The DeSoto Police Department is hiring

Minimum qualifications to test:

• Minimum age is 21, maximum age is 44
• Must be a US Citizen
• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an equivalency certificate
• Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record
• No illegal drug use within th...

Light Up DeSoto! Holiday Lighting Competition

The DeSoto Mayor and City Council invite you to take part in the Light Up DeSoto! holiday lighting competition.  All you have to do is have your home holiday lighting display up for all DeSoto to see by Friday, December 14th.

During the weekend of...

DeSoto Parks & Recreation presents the 25th Annual Daddy-Daughter Dance

25^th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance

The DeSoto Parks and Recreation Department presents the 25th Annual Daddy Daughter Crystal Ball Dance. You are cordially invited for a memorable evening of dancing and elegance. This black tie affair is a sophisticated and ...

New Water and Sewer Rates Take Effect October 1st

On September 18, 2018, the City Council approved a 5% increase in the water base and volume rates and a 5% increase in the sewer base and volume rates.  The approved rates will allow the Department of Public Utilities to cover increased operation...

THREE-PEAT FOR DESOTO: CITY WINS 3RD STRAIGHT DIGITAL CITIES AWARD

THREE-PEAT FOR DESOTO: CITY WINS 3RD STRAIGHT DIGITAL CITIES AWARD

Digital Efforts Now Ranked 4TH Among US Cities With Populations Up To 75,000 

The influential Center for Digital Government (CDG) announced Friday that the City of DeSoto (Texas) ha...

Library Excellence Award

Sign Up Here To Receive Emergency Alerts On Your Phone

Follow this link to sign up for City of Desoto's Code Red Emergency Notification System

Life Safety Awareness Program

If you are a resident of DeSoto, the Fire Department has initiated a Life Safety Awareness Program to proactively prevent fatalities by providing battery operated smoke detectors for residents who are elderly, handicapped or those having a demonstrated ne...

Storytime at the DeSoto Public Library

Starting in January 2019, bi-weekly Story Time at the DeSoto Public Library is changing from 10:30 am and 11:30 am on Thursdays to Wednesdays and Thursdays @ 10:30 am! Each early literacy class focuses on pre-reading skills and school readiness, with age ...

New Winter Hours

The DeSoto Public Library has new Winter Hours.

Holiday Closing

The DeSoto Public Library and Computer Lab will be closed December 23rd, 24th, and 25th, 2018 for the Christmas Holiday. The DeSoto Public Library and Computer Lab will close at 6 p.m. on December 31st, 2018 and will be closed on January 1st, 2019 for the...

25th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance

The DeSoto Parks and Recreation Department presents the 25th Annual Daddy Daughter Crystal Ball Dance. You are cordially invited for a memorable evening of dancing and elegance. This black tie affair is a sophisticated and stylish night where Dads make Da...

Registration Open: Youth Basketball

This is a local recreational basketball league for ages 4 through 14. Our goal is to teach basketball fundamentals, rules and skills. We emphasize on sportsmanship, team play and clean/fair competition. Register at the DeSoto Recreation Center.

Give Us Your Feedback

The DeSoto Parks and Recreation’s Park Maintenance Division would like your input. Your feedback is valuable to us. If you have visited a facility recently, please take our survey and let us know how we're doing.

Park Project Update

To get the latest update and insight on Park and Recreation projects, visit our page or subscribe to our newsletter. Each year the Parks Division dedicates time and resources to enhancing the DeSoto parks system. Through the City’s annual budget...

Wi-Fi Available at DeSoto Parks

Wi-Fi access is now available at all DeSoto Park locations. Having internet access will enable residents to stay better connected to family and friends, share park experiences and read e-books while enjoying open green spaces.

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Volunteer DeSoto

Volunteers support the DeSoto Parks and Recreation Department in a variety of ways – at special events, through clerical office work, with education programs, and with environmental projects. Volunteers add new dimension, personality, and depth to our pro...