Coppell
Texas
City of Coppell
In 1832, the farming community of "Grapevine Springs" was organized in the vicinity of the present-day Grapevine Springs Park. The springs area was utilized as campgrounds and was reportedly the location where Sam Houston signed a treaty with the local Indians. Settlers began moving to the area in the 1840's. Most of north central Texas settlers were of German or French descent. By 1846, Dallas County was organized and by 1856, the city of Dallas was founded.
By 1873, the community became known as "Gibbs," in honor of former Texas Senator and Lieutenant Governor Barnett Gibbs. The community changed its name again in 1890 - this time to "Coppell", in honor of George Coppell, the engineer credited with bringing the railroad to the community.
Transportation has played a key role in the history of the City. The Cotton Belt Railroad (part of the St. Louis and Southwestern Texas Railroad) established the "Gibbs Station" in the community in 1889, providing needed transportation for the area's many farms. The railroad was the major form of transportation into the community until the 1920's, when paved roads and automobiles became more prevalent in the area. It was not until the 1960's that the then-new Interstate Highway system extended regional access near, but not through Coppell.
Recent News
City Of Coppell Weekly eNewsletter - March 9, 2023
Coppell Receives an ‘Unmodified Opinion’ from Annual Audit The City of Coppell is proud to announce that it once again received an unmodified opinion on its annual Independent Auditor’s Report, indicating the City’s…
Read More »City Of Coppell Weekly eNewsletter - March 2, 2023
Stay Weather Aware! Be prepared for the potential for severe weather this afternoon and evening! Review your plan, stay alert, and seek shelter if a warning is issued for your area. To properly shelter in the event of a tornado, move to an…
Read More »City of Coppell E-News February 23, 2023
Coppell Weekly eNewsletter , we have so much in store this week— we can’t wait to share! Close up shot of the hood of a Coppell fire truck. Neighborhood Meeting: Fire Station #5 - TONIGHT! Thursday, February 23, 2023 | 6 pm Austin…
Read More »City Of Coppell Weekly E-Newsletter - February 16, 2023
Neighborhood Meeting: Fire Station #5 Thursday, February 23, 2023 | 6 pm Austin Elementary Cafeteria | 161 S. Moore Rd. Join the City of Coppell for a meeting to discuss preliminary plans to construct an additional fire station in Coppell at…
Read More »City of Coppell Weekly E-Newsletter - February 9, 2023
Coppell Weekly eNewsletter , we have so much in store this week— we can’t wait to share! State of the City 2022 The Coppell Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual State of the City presentation on Thursday, February 9, 2023. In his…
Read More »City of Coppell Weekly E-Newsletter - February 2, 2023
Coppell Weekly eNewsletter , we have so much in store this week— we can’t wait to share! Ice hanging off a car bumper Inclement Weather Update As the temperature warms and roadways thaw, please continue to use caution when…
Read More »City Of Coppell Weekly E-Newsletter - January 26, 2023
City of Coppell Selects New Deputy City Manager The City of Coppell is proud to announce that Kent Collins has been selected to serve as Deputy City Manager effective January 28, 2023. Collins has worked as the City’s Director of Public…
Read More »City Of Coppell Weekly E-Newsletter - January 19, 2023
Coppell Parks and Recreation is Now Coppell Community Experiences! Have you heard the news? Coppell Parks and Recreation is now Coppell Community Experiences! We know what you’re thinking, “…but they maintain our…
Read More »City Of Coppell Weekly E-Newsletter - January 12, 2023
City of Coppell Offices Closed January 16 City of Coppell administrative offices, Coppell Municipal Court, Coppell Animal Services, Biodiversity Education Center, Coppell Arts Center, Cozby Library and Community Commons, and Coppell Senior and…
Read More »City Of Coppell Weekly E-Newsletter - January 5, 2023
January Event Guide Discover something new in the new year! Visit this month’s Event Guide for a list of local events. Twelve Days of Coppell Ends TOMORROW! Through January 6, 2023 If there are still a few things missing on your wish…
Read More »City Of Coppell Weekly E-Newsletter - December 29, 2022
New Year Holiday Facility Hours City of Coppell administrative offices, Coppell Municipal Court, and Coppell Senior and Community Center will be closed on Monday, January 2, in observance of the New Year holiday. Regular business hours will resume…
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