The City of Sachse frequently asked questions (FAQs) page has been provided to answer questions about Sachse and questions related to living in Sachse.  We attempt to make our answers as comprehensive as possible.  

This list of FAQs will grow quite rapidly, therefore, we have opted to keep the graphics content of this page to a minimum.  Because we expect the file size to grow quite large, we wanted to ensure that you could quickly access the information you need without waiting for graphics to download. 

These questions have been compiled from actual inquiries to various departments within the City of Sachse, and should therefore provide a diverse information source about the City of Sachse.

HOT TOPICS

1. With the recent rainfall and lake levels returning to normal, the City of Sachse is relaxing its watering rules as follows:
  Effective July 6, 2007, Sachse returns to the voluntary conservation measures.  Due to actions taken by North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) to curtail Stage 3 Drought Restrictions, the City will drop its mandatory measures as well.  Due to high evaporation rates, we suggest residents refrain from watering between the hours of 10 am and 6 pm.
2. What does the Bond Package, approved by voters in November 2006, include?
  Voters approved a $38 million bond package consisting of six propositions:

Proposition 1 - $16,650,000 for street and road improvements
Proposition 2 - $870,000 for parks and recreation facilities
Proposition 3 - $10,200,000 for city hall facilities
Proposition 4 - $920,000 for improvements to the senior center facility
Proposition 5 - $615,000 for improvements to the library
Proposition 6 - $8,670,000 for a public safety facility to house fire and police

Information regarding the tax increase associated with the bond package and each individual proposition can be found on the city's website. 

If you have questions regarding the bond package, you may call City Hall at 972.495.1212, ext. 20, 21, 23 or 33.

 

City Hall – Administration

1. When and where does the Sachse City Council meet?
  City Council meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at Sachse City Hall, 5560 Highway 78, Sachse.  Council holds a "workshop session" starting at 6:30 pm, followed by the regular meeting at 7:30 pm.
2. How can I find out what is on the City Council agenda?
  Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance of the meeting at Sachse City Hall and on this website under City Council, Agendas.  Complete agenda packets may be viewed at the Sachse Public Library.
3. How is a City Council meeting conducted and may I address Council?
  The meeting format follows the posted agenda.  Each agenda has an item entitled "citizen input".  This is the time when citizens are asked to comment on items of concern; however, if the citizen has comments regarding an item that is on the current agenda, he/she is asked to wait until that item is up for discussion.
4. I would like to volunteer.  What types of volunteer opportunities are there in Sachse?
  Openings on the City's various boards and commissions are filled each year.  The application process begins in September with an announcement in The Sachse News and on this website that applications are being accepted.  You must fill out an application and return it to the City Secretary.  A reception is held in October to allow City Council members an opportunity to meet all applicants.  Interviews are conducted in October and appointments are made in November.  New members begin serving on their  board/commission at the December meetings.

Boards and commissions include the Planning & Zoning Commission; the Board of Adjustments; the Parks and Recreation Commission; the Library Board; the Animal Shelter Advisory Board; Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors and the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Board.  Additional information may be obtained on the web site under the Boards button.

Contact the City Secretary at 972.495.1212, ext. 23 for more information and an application.  An application may also be downloaded from the website on the City Secretary page under the Administration button or under the Forms and Applications button. 
5. What clubs does Sachse have and how do I find out about them?
  Organizations include the Sachse Chamber of Commerce; Sachse Fallfest Association; Sachse/Wylie Toastmasters; the Sachse Exchange Club; the Sachse Lions Club; the Sachse Historical Society; the Sachse Pet Pals; the Sachse Sports Association/Booster Club; and Friends of the Library.

Contact the Sachse Chamber of Commerce at 972.496.1212.  Their hours are from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm, Monday thru Friday.  You may also visit Links under General Information on this web site.
6. Does Sachse have a local newspaper?
  The Sachse News is published weekly.  Residents may receive newspaper delivery from:

The Wylie News (publisher of The Sachse News)
110 N. Ballard Drive, Wylie, Texas, 75098
972.442.5515

The Dallas Morning News
P. O. Box 655237, Dallas, Texas, 75265
214.745.8383
7. How does a citizen register to vote?
  Voter registration cards may be obtained at Sachse City Hall at the Public Information Center in the lobby or through the City Secretary's office.  You must be registered to vote 30 days prior to an election in order to vote in that election.
8. Where do we vote?
  CITY ELECTIONS - It depends on the election but generally early voting and voting on Election Day are both held at Sachse City Hall for Dallas County residents.  It is best to check this website under the City Administration/City Secretary button.

COUNTY AND NATIONAL ELECTIONS - Usually, early voting is held at Garland City Hall, 200 N. Fifth Street, Garland, for residents of Dallas County and at Wylie Municipal Building, 2000 N. Highway 78, Wylie, for residents of Collin County.  Voting on election day is held at various locations depending on your precinct number.  If you do not know your precinct number, you may call Dallas County Voter Registration at 214.637.7937, Collin County Voter Registration at 972.424.1460 or go to their websites at www.dalcoelections.org (Dallas County) or www.co.collin.tx.us/elections/ (Collin County).  If you are not sure, you may check this website under the City Secretary button or call City Hall at 972.495.1212, ext. 23.

Voting locations for elections may change from each election.  Check the local paper, this website under City Secretary, or call the City Secretary. 
9. Where is the tax office?
  The City of Sachse is no longer the collecting entity for city taxes.  If you have questions regarding your taxes or the appraised value of your property, you need to contact the county in which you live.

Dallas County Central Appraisal District - 214.631.0910
Collin County Central Appraisal District - 469.742.9200
                                                       866.467.1110 (toll-free)

If you want to know the amount of your taxes, you need to contact the following:

Dallas County - 214.653.7811 (for city and county taxes)
Garland ISD (school taxes) - 972.494.8570
Collin County - 469.742.9200 (for city and county taxes)
Wylie ISD (school taxes) - 972.442.5444
10. What is Sachse's current tax rate?
  2006 property tax rates are as follows:

Dallas County             0.5539
Garland School Tax    1.5449
Collin County             0.3227
Wylie School Tax       1.8170
City of Sachse           0.553408
11. My company would like to be added to the City's vendor list. Who do I need to contact?
  Send a letter on company letter head to the City Secretary requesting that your company be added to the vendor list. Be sure to indicate the services or products your company offers.
12. Who do I contact to obtain a copy of a City document?
  You must fill out an Open Records Request form and submit it to the City Secretary. By law, the City has 10 business days to fulfill the request.  You may download an Open Records Request form from this website on the front page under "Online Forms".
13. Is the cemetery off of Highway 78 a community or private cemetery?
  The cemetery located on Highway 78 is a community cemetery.  Information may be obtained by contacting Joe Stone at 972.495.1231.

The Pleasant Valley Cemetery, now marked with a Texas Historical marker, is located on Merritt Road.  Only family-owned space is available for sale.  Information may be obtained by contacting Wanda Smith at 972.278.0354.  
14. Who is the City Attorney?
  The city contracts with the firm Nichols, Jackson, Dillard, Hager & Smith, L.L.P.
15. Who are the City Engineers?
  The City Engineering Department may be reached at 972.495.7600.  The city also contracts with outside engineering firms.

Community Development/Building 
Inspections/Code Enforcement

1. How do I find out what the zoning sign posted at a location means? 
  You may contact the Community Development Department at 972.675.1633, or drop by the office at 5560 Highway 78, Sachse, for any questions regarding zoning, platting, or permitting. 
2. What department do I contact for building permits and certificates of occupancy?
  Contact the Community Development Department at 972.675.1633, or drop by the office at 5560 Highway 78, Sachse.
3. My business is interested in obtaining a permit for the sale of beer and wine and/or the sale of mixed beverages in our restaurant.  Who do we contact?
  Contact the Community Development Department at 972.675.1633, or drop by the office at 5560 Highway 78, Sachse.
3. I want to add on to my house.  Do I have to call the City first?
  Yes, you must obtain a building permit by contacting the Community Development Department at 972.675.1633, or drop by the office at 5560 Highway 78, Sachse.
4. Do I need a permit to conduct a garage/yard sale?
  Yes, you must fill out an Occasional Sale Permit. There is no fee associated with the permit. By City ordinance you are allowed two garage sales per calendar year.  You may contact the Code Enforcement Office or download a permit from the City's website on the Code Enforcement page under the Fire Department button or under the Forms and Applications button on the website's front page.  You may drop the completed permit to the Fire Administration Office at City Hall, mail it or fax it.  
5. I need an emergency gas/electrical inspection after hours.  Who do I contact?
  If you need an inspector after hours, please call the Police Department's non-emergency number at 972.495.2271, press 4 and the dispatcher can assist you.  We have inspectors on-call 24 hours a day for such emergencies.
6. Are the City's ordinances and codes available to the public?
  Yes, you may request a copy of any ordinance or code through the Public Information Request form or view the code book at City Hall or the Sachse Public Library.
7. Who do I contact about high grass or a fence in disrepair?
  The City's Code Enforcement is handled through the Fire Marshal's Office.  You may call 972.495.0975, ext. 42 with violation concerns. 
8. I am putting in a swimming pool.  Do I need a permit?
  Yes, you will need to obtain a permit from the Community Development Department for an in-ground pool and/or an above-ground pool.
9. I need to obtain a health permit and/or a mobile food vending permit.  Who do I need to see?
  You need to contact Billy Ho in the Community Development Department at Sachse City Hall or call him at 972.675.1633, ext. 58.

Fire Department/Ambulance
1. What type of fire/medical service does Sachse provide?
  The Sachse Fire Department has a paid full-time chief and a paid part-time assistant chief.  Within the 2007-2008 budget year, the department will be fully staffed, paid firefighters who are either paramedics or Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs).  Sachse runs its own ambulance service, currently housed at the Sachse Fire Station No. 2 on Ranch Road.  For additional information, check out the Fire Department button and/or the Ambulance button.
2. What are the closest hospitals?
  Baylor Medical Center at Garland
2300 Marie Curie Blvd., Garland
972.487.5000

Garland Community Hospital
2696 W. Walnut Street, Garland
972.276.7116

Lake Pointe Medical Center
6800 Scenic Drive, Rowlett
972.412.2273

Richardson Regional Medical Center
401 W. Campbell Road, Richardson
972.231.1441

Baylor Medical Center at Plano
4700 Alliance Blvd., Plano
469.814.2000

Medical Center of Plano
3901 W. 15th Street, Plano
972.596.6800

Presbyterian Hospital of Plano
6200 W. Parker Road, Plano
972.608.8000
3. Is it illegal to possess, make, or set off fireworks or smoke bombs in the City of Sachse?
  Yes, all fireworks including smoke bombs are illegal within the city limits of Sachse.  You may not possess or use in any form or manner an item considered fireworks within the Sachse city limits.
4. Can I burn brush and tree limbs in my yard?
  You may NOT burn any brush without a burn permit. An open burning permit may be obtained from the Fire Marshal's office and includes an application stating the purpose for the burn and a $20.00 permit fee. Contact Fire Administration at 972.495.0975.

Police Department

1. My house has an alarm system.  Do I need to register with the police department?
  Yes, you may contact the Sachse Police Department at 972.495.2271 or go by the station at 3815 Sachse Road.  An alarm permit may be downloaded from the website on the Forms and Applications button.
2. My neighborhood is interested in having a block party. Who do we need to contact?
  The Sachse Police Department at 972.495.2271 will be happy to help you with your block party.
3. Does Sachse have neighborhood crime watch areas?
  Yes, contact the Sachse Police Department at 972.495.2271.
4. May I sell items along the roadways or conduct door-to-door sales in Sachse?
  You may NOT sell without a vendor's permit, which may be obtained from the Sachse Police Department at 3815 Sachse Road.  Call 972.495.2271 for more information.
5. Does Sachse offer a fingerprinting program for the children?
  Yes, contact the Sachse Police Department at 972.495.2271 and they will make arrangements for you to have fingerprinting done for your child or for a group.
6. Do I need to have my pets registered with the City?
  Yes, you must register your pets with Animal Control at the Animal Shelter Facility, 6436 Sachse Road, or at the Police Department at 3815 Sachse Road.  You may call 972.495.2271, ext. 157 for more information.  The cost is $7.00 if your pet is NOT spayed or neutered; $2.00 if they are spayed or neutered.  Click here for more information on City registrations.

The Animal Shelter Facility is located at 6436 Sachse Road, next to Public Works.
7. I saw a loose animal on the road near my house.  Who do I call?
  Call Sachse Animal Control or the Police Department at 972.495.2271, press 4.
8. Does the City have any codes for owning exotic animals?
  Yes, you may contact Sachse Animal Control or the Sachse Police Department at 972.495.2271, press 2 for detailed information.
9. How can I get in contact with Animal Control?
  Animal Control is a division of the City of Sachse Police Department.  The Animal Shelter is located at 6436 Sachse Road.  Hours of operation are Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.  If you need to contact them after hours, please call the Sachse Police Department dispatcher at 972.495.2271, press 4.  To contact the Animal Control Officer during business hours, please call 972.495.2271 and press 2 or ext. 157.  If the Animal Control Officer is not in the office, your call will be returned as soon as possible.  All dogs and cats must have current rabies vaccinations and be registered with the City through Animal Control. 
10. Is there an ordinance against junk or abandoned vehicles?
  Yes, you may contact the Sachse Police Department at 972.495.2271 for details.
11. I operate a mobile food vending business.  Do I need a permit?
  Yes, you must contact Billy Ho in the Environmental Health Department at 972.675.1633, ext. 58. 
12. I received a citation/ticket.  Where do I go to take care of it?
  You must come in to City Hall, 5560 Highway 78 to the Municipal Court Clerk's office.
13. The traffic signal at an intersection is malfunctioning.
  Traffic signals are maintained and repaired by the Texas Department of Transportation, NOT by the City of Sachse.  We have no control over the functions of traffic signals.  However, you may report the problem to the Sachse Police Department at 972.495.2271, press 4.  The police dispatcher will report the problem to TxDOT. 
14. We need a traffic light at an intersection in the City.  Who do I contact?
  The City of Sachse cannot install traffic signals at their own discretion, even if we feel a signal is needed.  At the City's request, a traffic study is conducted by the City Engineer.  If the results of the study indicate the need for a traffic signal, the request is sent to the Texas Department of Transportation.
15. How do we get a speed hump installed in our neighborhood?
  The City of Sachse has a Speed Hump Policy.  Please contact City Hall at 972.495.1212, ext. 21 if you would like a copy.
16. How can we get signalization at the railroad crossings?
  The City of Sachse cannot install railroad crossing signalization.  The railroad is responsible for the crossings.  City Council and/or city staff must contact the railroad requesting that they investigate the need for crossing signalizations at a certain location.

Public Works

1. I just acquired a piece of property in Sachse.  How do I find out if there is water and sewer services?
  Contact Public Works at 972.495.7600.  Public Works offices are open from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.  In case of an emergency after 4:00 pm, you may call City Hall at 972.495.1212.  If it is after 5:00 pm, please call the Sachse Police Department at 972.495.2271, press 4.  Public Works personnel are on-call in case of emergencies.
2. What is Sachse's current water rates?
  Water rates are $6.50 base; $2.32 per 1000 gallons; $3.58 per 1,000 gallons on a sprinkler meter
Sewer rates are $6.75 base; $2.68 per 1000 gallons
If you have additional questions regarding your water/sewer rates, you may contact the Utility Billing Clerk at 972.495.1212, ext. 29 or 30.
3. I have a water/sewer leak that requires repair after business hours.  Who do I call?
  Please contact the Police Department's non-emergency dispatcher at 972.495.2271, press 4 and they can send a maintenance technician to your location.  There are maintenance techs on-call 24 hours a day.
4. When is garbage/recycling/bulk trash pick up?
  For residential customers, waste pickup is once a week.  Sachse uses the 95-gallon polycart method for waste pickup.  If you have an alley, your trash will be picked up in the alley.  Otherwise, you must place your cart in front of your home by the curb.  All polycarts must be out by 7:00 am of your designated trash pickup day.  For a map of the routes and the day they pick up in your neighborhood, click on the Garbage/Recycling tab under the General Information button.

Recycling pickup for residential customers is once a week on either Monday or Tuesday.  If you do not know which day, you may contact City Hall at 972.495.1212, ext. 29 or 30.

Bulk item pickup is once a month, during the second Wednesday week of the month on the same day that your polycart is picked up.  To find the correct week, go to the calendar and find the second Wednesday of the month.  Bulk item pickup starts on the Monday before the second Wednesday and runs that entire week.  (You may also go to the Garbage/Recycling tab under General Information to view a calendar.)  The material that you wish to be collected must be in front of your home, curbside no sooner than 7:00 am on Monday of that week.  (The trash trucks are too large to drive in our alleys, therefore they must pick up in front.)  Allied Waste will pick up bulk items not to exceed four cubic yards (about the size of two sofas).  If it is tree trimmings, they must be cut and bundled in four foot sections.  Hazardous waste materials such as oil, paint, tires and batteries are not included in bulk pickup.  Items with freon must be drained of all freon and tagged clear by a licensed air conditioning/heating company.  Furniture, appliances, brush (cut in 4' - 5' lengths) and other large items will be picked up as long as it does not exceed two cubic yards.  For additional information on special materials disposal, please contact Allied Waste at 972.422.2341.  For all other questions regarding waste pickup, call Utility Billing at 972.495.1212, ext. 29 or 30.

For hazardous material disposal, Sachse residents may use the Dallas County Home Chemical Collection Center at 11234 Plano Road (one mile north of IH 635 between Miller Road and Forest Lane).  Residency is verified using your current driver's license and water bill or other utility bill.  Please bring two forms of residency verification.  The building is easily identified by its white color and bright turquoise trim.  The entrance to the collection area is the first driveway north of the railroad tracks on the east side of the street.  DO NOT turn in the driveway closest to the building as this is the EXIT gate. 

Hours of operation are Tuesday from 9 am to 7:30 pm; Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 am to 5 pm; and the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 9 am to 3 pm.  They are NOT open on Sundays, Mondays, Fridays, or the first and third Saturdays of the month.

Things you CAN bring for disposal:  Chemical products for home use; paint and home repair products; lawn and garden chemicals; aerosol sprays; pool chemicals; craft and hobby supplies; cleaners and polishes; batteries of all kinds; automotive fluids and oil filters; and fluorescent light tubes.

Things you CANNOT bring for disposal:  business or commercial waste; containers larger than five (5) gallons; explosives or ammunition; shock sensitive materials; smoke detectors or other radioactive materials; medical waste; common trash or recyclables; construction debris; and electronics or appliances.

For more information you may call the Home Chemical Collection Center at 214.553.1765 or go to the Garbage/Recycling tab under General Information on this website.

The current rate for waste/bulk/recycling pickup is $9.81.  If an additional polycart is requested, this is an extra charge of $3.00 per month.  Additional polycart charges are assessed on your monthly water bill.  If the amount of bulk items you place out for pick up exceeds the allowed amount, you will be notified by Trinity Waste and you will be charged directly by Trinity Waste for the pick up service.

5. I have too many items to leave out for bulk pickup.  Does Sachse have a City dump?
  Sachse citizens have access to the Hinton Landfill and Wood Waste Center, 3175 Elm Grove Road, Rowlett at NO charge. The Hinton Landfill accepts all residential, non-hazardous waste.  These services are free of charge to Sachse residents. You must show your driver's license or a water payment stub to verify residency.  Also, new rules prohibit them from accepting trash loads that are not tarped.  Therefore, any load of trash, even bagged trash, must be tarped or you will not be allowed to dump. 
6. Who are the other utility providers in Sachse and how do I get in touch with them?
  Electric service is provided by ONCOR (formerly TXU) and FEC (Farmers Electric     Coop).  Other companies may also be used such as Reliant, Cirro, etc.   
ONCOR's Electric Customer Contact Center may be reached at 1.888.313.6862.
For power outages, contact TXU Electric Delivery at 1.888.313.4747.
FEC may be reached at 1.800.541.2662.
Atmos Energy provides gas service and may be reached at 1.800.460.3030.

Telephone service is provided by Verizon.  They may be reached at 800.483.4400.

Cable television service is provided by Time Warner (formerly Comcast) and Verizon (FiOS TV and Internet service).
Time Warner may be reached at 866.288.5434.
Verizon may be reached at 1.877.434.6788.
7. The street light on my corner is out.  Who do I report this to?
  The street lights in the median on Highway 78 are maintained by the City of Sachse.  All other street lights located throughout the City are installed by the developers or the electric company and all are maintained by ONCOR.  ONCOR is responsible for repairing and/or replacing street lights.  You may contact ONCOR at 1.888.313.4747 or call City Hall at 972.495.1212, ext. 20.
8. There is a big pothole in my street/alley.  Who do I report this to?
  Contact Public Works at 972.495.7600.  Public Works offices are open from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm.  
9. Does Sachse have a recreation center?
  Not at this time. 
10. Where are the parks located in Sachse?
  Heritage Park, located in the 4400 block of Hudson Drive (behind Sewell Elementary) is a 36-acre park with three ball fields, two soccer fields, playground equipment, a 3696' jogging/walking trail, picnic tables, barbecue grills, a pavilion, a concession stand and restrooms.  This park is handicap accessible.

Salmon Park, located on Williford Road just off of Highway 78, includes two ball fields, one soccer/football field, playground equipment, barbecue grills, a large covered pavilion, picnic tables and restrooms.  This park is handicap accessible.

If you are interested in using the pavilions at either Heritage Park or Salmon Park, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department between 7 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday for reservations.  The number is 469.429.0275.

Park Lake Estates Park, located at Miles Road and Trailridge, is a small jogging/walking trail around a pond with two lighted fountains.  There are several picnic tables situated around the trail.  The pond does contain fish and is designated as a community lake.  Fishing is permitted.

Cornwall Street Park is a small neighborhood park with a bench and playground equipment for children.

There are also several small neighborhood parks located throughout the various housing subdivisions within the City. 
11. Does Sachse offer recreation leagues?
  Yes, the Sachse Sports Association serves the youth and adult baseball and softball leagues in Sachse.  For little league baseball, contact Mark Cavalier at sachsebaseball@verizon.net, Gabe Montemayor at 214.725.4716 or Cyndi Mitchell at 972.414.9710; the contact for youth girls and adults (men's, men's church, women's, women's church and coed) is Larry McInis at 972.495.0627.  Also, neighboring cities such as Wylie, Garland and Plano offer various sports leagues such as soccer, football, hockey, basketball, etc.  Check the individual city's website for more information.
12. The electricity has gone off at my house.  Who do I need to call?
  Call your electric provider.  Do NOT call the City of Sachse.  The City has no control over the distribution of electricity and will not be able to help with power outages.  If you experience a power outage, call your electric provider.
13. Who do I contact regarding the public restrooms at the park?
  Contact Parks and Recreation Department at 469.429.0275.  If it is after working hours and an emergency occurs, contact the Police Department at 972.495.2271, press 4.  They will page a Public Works employee.
14. Who do I contact if I have a sewer backup or break in my line?
  If you are having sewer problems and want to find out if the source of the problem is the city's responsibility or yours, you may contact Public Works at 972.495.7600. They will send a technician out to turn off the water and check the line.  If it is after business hours, please call the police dispatch line at 972.495.2271, press 4.  They will page a maintenance tech.

School Information

1. Where will my children go to school?
  Sachse is a two county city and is served by two school districts.  If you live in Collin County, your children will attend Wylie ISD schools.  WISD has one elementary school located in Sachse, Cheri Cox Elementary, 7009 Woodbridge Parkway.  Children 5th grade and up must be transported to intermediate, junior high, or high school in Wylie.

If you live in Dallas County, your children will attend Garland schools.  There are two Garland elementary schools located in Sachse:  Sewell Elementary, 4400 Hudson Drive; and Armstrong Elementary, 4750 Ben Davis Road.  There is one middle school (6th thru 8th grades) located in Sachse:  Hudson Middle School, 4405 Hudson Drive; and Sachse High School (grades 9th thru 12th) is located at 3901 Miles Road.  For additional  information, go to the Education button on our website.
2. Where can I get information on Sachse schools?
  This website provides links and contact information to local area education facilities on its Education button.  The links may also be obtained through the General Information/Links button.
3. How can I contact the school district?
  The Garland Independent School District may be contacted by calling 972.494.8201.

The Wylie Independent School District may be contacted by calling 972.429.3000.

Government / Other Information

1. How can I get and/or renew my driver's license?
  A Texas driver's license can be acquired by contacting the Texas Department of Public Safety at any of the following locations:

350 W. I-30, Garland
For information regarding office locations and hours, you may call 972.861.2100.

2109 W. Parker Road, Suite 224, Plano
972.867.4221

10233 E. Northwest Highway, Dallas
214.553.0033
2. Where do I get license plates and renewal tags for my car?
  Dallas County Tax Office
North Garland Avenue, Garland
972.494.0018

Collin County Government Center
920 E. Park Blvd., Suite 100, Plano
972.881.3010

Renewal tags for CARS only may be purchased at:
Sack-n-Save
101 W. Buckingham Road, Garland
972.530.1772

or

Tom Thumb Supermarket
Highway 190 at Pleasant Valley, Garland

You may NOT purchase trailer tags at these two locations.
3. How can I get my utilities connected?
  Electricity:
ONCOR Electric
800.242.9113

Pleasant Valley area of City is serviced by:
Farmers Electric Coop (FEC)
972.442.6669

Natural Gas:
Atmos Energy
800.242.9113

Water:
City of Sachse
972.495.1212, ext. 29 or 30

Telephone:
Verizon (formerly GTE)
800.483.4400

Cable Television:
Time Warner Cable (formerly Comcast)
1.866.288.5434

Verizon FiOS TV and Internet Service:
1.877.434.6788
4. How can I contact the post office?
  Garland locations:

2346 Belt Line Road, Garland
972.414.8155

1000 W. Walnut Street, Garland
972.272.5541

Wylie location:

940 W. FM 544, Wylie
972.442.2622

For any postal questions, you may call 800.275.8777.
5. How and where can I get a marriage license?
  Marriage licenses must be obtained through a County office.  

Collin County Clerks Office
972.548.4134 or 972.548.4151
At the Collin County office, interested parties should bring a driver's license and $30 to obtain a marriage license.  Individuals under 18 require additional documents.

Dallas County Offices, Marriage License Division
509 Main Street, Garland or at the Dallas County Courthouse, Records Division, in
downtown Dallas; interested parties should bring identification (driver's license, passport, military I.D., or birth certificate), social security number, and $31 in cash.

You do not have to reside in the county where you obtain the marriage license since
the license is valid for all Texas counties.
6. How and where can I obtain a passport?
  Contact the following offices for information on obtaining a passport:

Passport Service Plano
900 E. Park Blvd., Plano, 75074
972.881.3090

Dallas County Office
214.653.6774

North Dallas Passport and Marriage License Office
10056 Marsh Lane, Suite 137, Dallas, 75229
214.904.3031

Individuals interested in obtaining a passport from the North Dallas office should bring their social security card, driver's license, birth certificate, and $75 in cash.
7. How can I contact the Justice of the Peace and Small Claims Court?
  The Justice of the Peace may be contacted at:

Dallas County (Garland)
Judge John Sholden
305 N. Fifth Street, Garland, 75040
972.276.8504

Collin County (Wylie)
Judge Terry Douglas
Wylie Municipal Bldg., 2000 N. Hwy. 78, Wylie, 75098
972.442.3289
8. Where is the nearest social security office located?
  3250 Craig Drive, McKinney, Texas, 75070
972.562.5710 or 1.800.772.1213
9. How can I obtain a birth certificate?
  Dallas County Certificates and Licenses
214.653.7477

Collin County Clerk's Office
972.548.4134
10. How can I get a death certificate?
  Dallas County Clerk's Office (for suburbs of Dallas County only)
Records Building, 2nd Floor
509 Main Street, Dallas 75080
214.653.7131

Collin County Clerk's Office
972.548.4134
11. Where is the Texas Workforce Commission (formerly Texas Employment Commission) located?
  Texas Workforce Commission
217 10th Street N, Garland, 75040
972.276.8361
12. Where can I get information on housing in Sachse?
  Information on housing, including neighborhoods and apartment housing is currently under development.  The Chamber of Commerce provides housing information to citizens.  The Chamber may be contacted directly at 972.496.1212.  The Community Development Department may also be able to offer some assistance.  They may be reached at 972.675.1633.
13. What banks are located in Sachse?
  First National Bank of Sachse is located at 6600 Murphy Road, Sachse.   They are a full-service bank with ATM locations in Wylie and Murphy.

Bank of America is located at 5010 Highway 78 in the Oak Grove Plaza shopping center at the corner of Highway 78 and Bunker Hill/Murphy Road.

1st Convenience Bank is located at 5190 Highway 78 inside the Kroger Signature grocery store.

American National Bank of Texas - Sachse is located at 5430 Highway 78 at the corner of Highway 78 and Ben Davis Road.

Washington Mutual Bank is located at 5250 Highway 78, Suite 100 in the Oak Grove Plaza shopping center next to the Kroger.
14. I have some old clothing and/or appliances I would like to donate.  Who do I contact?
You may call the Salvation Army at 972.688.4494 or Goodwill at 972.638.0600.
15. Who are the County, State, and U.S. government officials representing Sachse?
  County Commissioners:  Dallas County, Precinct 2 is Mike Cantrell;
Collin County, Precinct 2 is Jerry Hoagland

Texas Senators:  John Carona, District 16 (Dallas County);
Florence Shapiro, District 8 (Collin County)

Texas Representatives:  Joe Driver, District 113 (Dallas County);
Jodie Laubenberg, District 67 (Collin County)

U.S. Senators:  Kay Bailey Hutchison; John Cornyn

U.S. Congressmen:  Sam Johnson, District 3; Ralph Hall, District 4

For all governmental officials representing Sachse, including their addresses and phone numbers, go to the City Secretary page under the Administration button and scroll to   the bottom of the page. 

16. I have a question and I can't find it on this list.  Who do I call?
Contact Sachse City Hall at 972.495.1212, ext. 20.