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Published by THE CITY OF LANCASTER, TEXAS

IN THIS ISSUE Citizens Public Safey Academy KaBoom-Playground Build Lancaster ISD Board CUBE Award Turkey Bowl Fall Trash Off No-Smoking Ordinance District 4 Town Hall Meeting City Council of the Year Mayor’s State of the City Scenic City Award

Best Yard Award Program Christmas Parade Boards & Commissions Points of Pride, Parents Self Serve MLK Day Parade www.lancaster-tx.com 1

Table of Contents:

Page Scenic City Gold Certification 3 2017 City Council of the Year 3 Important Numbers 4 Cover: Allstate & KaBoom!

5 Calendar 5 Civic Leadership Academy 6 Public Safety Academy 7-8 Turkey Bowl, Fall Trash Off 9 District 4 Town Hall Meeting 10 Mayor’s State of the City 10 Best Yard Award 11 Health Safe & Engaged Community 12 Lancaster Smoke Free Ordnance 13 Free Fix, Did you know?

13 Christmas Parade, Rules & Guidelines 14-15 Boards and Commissions & Application 16-17 LISD Points of Pride 18 LISD Parent Self Serve, LISD Discount Program 19 Winter Averaging & Utility Rates 20 Senior Discount, Water Saving Tips, Cease the Grease 21 Fall Yard Care, Compost for Spring 22 Code Red 23 MLK Day Parade, Rules & Guidelines 24-25 Did you know? And LEEP Program & Application 26-27 Residential Solid Waste Collection & Bulk Trash Pickup 28-29 Never Miss Another Collection Day 30 Simplerecycling 31 Christmas Tree Recycling, Winterize your sprinkler system 32 Lancaster Recreation Center 33 Aquatics 34 Youth Programs 35 Youth/Teen Sports/Recreation 36-37 Adult Fitness Programs 37-38 New Program Offerings 38 Adult Athletics/Volunteers 39 Library 40 Family & Adult Library Programs 41 Senior Life Center 42 Senior Activities, Classes and Programs 43-45 Facility Rentals 46-48

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Lancaster ISD Board of Trustees earn 2017 CUBE Annual Awards for Urban School Board Excellence

Ty G. Jones, President District 5 Robbie Johnson, Vice President - District 6 LaRonda Mays, Secretary - District 4 Ellen Clark - District 7 Cynthia Corbin-Jarvis District 2 Rhonda Davis-Crawford District 3 Marion Hamilton - District 1 Awarded by the National School Board Associations” (NSBA) Council of Urban Boards of education (CUBE), the CUBE Award recognizes school boards that exhibit excellence in school board governance, academic improvement, educational equity, and community engagement.

Lancaster receives Scenic City Gold Certification On August 8, 2017 the Scenic City Certification Program awarded the City of Lancaster Gold certification status. The Scenic City Certification Program supports and recognizes Texas municipalities that implement high-quality scenic standards for public roadways and public spaces. The Scenic City Certification Program provides a proven, highlyregarded tool to Texas cities for assessment, evaluation and recognition of infrastructure standards. Any Texas City may apply to the program for an objective, points based review of existing municipal infrastructure ordinances. Every application receives a score sheet evaluation; cities that score at the upper level and demonstrate a landscaping/ tree planting program, on premise sign regulations and prohibitions of new billboards may earn Certified Scenic City designation.

Benefits of participation include: • Provides expert third-party evaluation of existing standards; • Facilitates internal review and analysis of development plans; • Serves as a platform to educate citizens on the impact of local regulations; • Fosters community character and civic pride; and • Enhances economic development efforts.

PROUD TO BE A Certified Scenic City

Mayor Pro Tem Clyde C. Hairston accepts Certified Scenic City Award for the City of Lancaster at the Annual TML Conference.

2017 City Council of the Year

Presents at the Texas Municipal League Annual Conference.

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18-1210

18-1200

Important Numbers

18-1794

Animal Services

972-218-1200

27-0995

Building Inspections/Code Compliance

972-218-1200

19-1800

City Career Opportunities

972-218-1794

City Hall

972-218-1300

Country View Golf Course

972-227-0995

Dallas County Health Dept (immunizations)

214-819-1800

18-3706

Dallas County Tax Office

214-653-7811

18-2600

Development Services

972-218-1200

27-5721

Driver’s License Office

469-272-9301

Economic Development

972-218-1314

Facility Rentals

972-218-3706

18-3709

Fire (Non-Emergency)

972-218-2600

18-1307

Lancaster Regional Airport

972-227-5721

18-2700

Library 972-227-1080

75-1752

LISD Administration

972-218-1400

Municipal Court

972-218-1334

Parks Operations

972-218-3709

18-3706

Planning & Zoning

972-218-1307

18-2324

Police (Non-Emergency)

972-218-2700

Public Works

972-275-1752

Recreation Center

972-218-3700

Senior Life Center

972-218-3780

Texas State Auxiliary Museum

972-218-3790

Volunteer Opportunities

972-218-3706

Water/Sewer Repair

972-218-2324

Water/Utility Billing

972-2181328

18-1300

53-7811

72-9301

Sign up for CODE RED to receive urgent weather emergency notifications.

18-1314

Lancaster-tx.com/CODERED

18-1200

27-1080

18-1400

18-1334

18-3700

18-3780

18-3790

18-1328

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Cover: Allstate and

November

Thank you to Allstate and KaBOOM for supporting the City of Lancaster through Play.

Volunteers from Allstate, Kaboom, Mayor and City Council Members, Lancaster residents, Cedar Valley College Suns Baseball Team, LHS Drumline, LHS Cheerleaders, members of LHS Senior Class 2018, Lancaster Senior Center, Parks and Recreation Zumba Dance Team, former Texas running back Priest Holmes and former Oklahoma (and Dallas Cowboys) safety Roy Williams: both participated in the build and led local kids in a football skills activity, Texas and Oklahoma fans alike, City staff, and more joined KaBOOM on Friday, October 13th to bring joy and laughter to Lancaster kids by building a new playground at Kids Square Park.

The playground opened to the public on Wednesday, October 25th.

4th City Wide Trash Off 6th Special City Council Work Session 7th P&Z Meeting 13th Civic Leadership Academy Graduation

City Council Meeting 14th ZBA Meeting Economic Development Public Meeting 15th Economic Development Public Meeting 16th City Council District 4 Town Hall Meeting 18th Economic Development Public Meeting 20th-24th LISD Fall Break - Schools closed 23rd Thanksgiving - City offices closed 24th City Holiday - City offices closed 28th PID Advisory Board Meeting 30th Responsible Pet Ownership Workshop

December 4th-8th LISD State Testing Days 5th P&Z Meeting 9th Annual Christmas Parade & Festivities 11th City Council Meeting 12th ZBA Meeting 18th City Council Work Session 18th-29th LISD - Closed for Winter Break - Schools Closed 21st LISD Early Release 22nd City Holiday - City offices closed 25th Christmas - City offices closed

January 1st New Year’s Day - City offices closed 1st-5th LISD - Closed Winter Break 2nd P&Z Meeting 8th LISD Teacher Work Day - No School 8th City Council Meeting 9th ZBA Meeting 11th Mayor’s State of the City Address 13th MLK Day Parade 15th MLK Day Holiday - City offices closed 22nd City Council Work Session www.lancaster-tx.com

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Civic Leadership Academy visits Lancaster Regional Airport Commemorative Air Force Museum

The next class of Civic Leadership Academy begins in the fall of 2018.

Citizens’ Public Safety Academy This academy is FREE to all participants!

Among the course subjects: organization and operations of both departments, emergency medical services, S.W.A.T., Emergency communications, medical helicopter services, home safety prevention and much more!

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Spring session begins on February 22, 2018 and runs through April 19, 2018. Classes are on Thursday evenings. Submit your application today!

Applicants for this academy will undergo personal background checks as part of the application process.

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Please complete the application and background questionaire on pages 7 and 8. The application and class schedule are also available at: http://www.lancaster-tx. com/Document Center/View/5554.For more information contact 972-218-2700.

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Citizens’ Public Safety Academy Application

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Citizens’ Public Safety Academy STATE OF TEXAS

Waiver

DALLAS COUNTY

WAIVER OF LIABILITY, RELEASE, INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT

KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:

THAT I, the undersigned______________________________________________________________________________, For and in the sole consideration of the privileges of being a participant in the Lancaster Citizen Public Safety Academy of the , and being allowed to use the City of Lancaster property, equipment and services, including but not limited to, the firing range and instruction in selfdefense, and recognizing that such activity involves certain inherent risks and dangers to my property and person, to include property damage and/or physical injury do hereby agree to assume the risks attendant to all activities associated with participation in the Citizen Public Safety Academy of the city of Lancaster, including but not limited to: property damage and/or personal injury to me as a result of motor vehicle accidents or motor vehicle collisions on either public streets or private property; property damage and/or personal injury to me as a result of the acts of others associated with any and all Citizen Public Safety Academy activities including the firing range activities and self-defense instruction; property damage and/or personal injury to City of Lancaster property or employees or any third persons resulting from acts of third parties whether caused by error, omissions or negligent acts of said third parties or myself; property damage and/or personal injury to me resulting from my own errors, omissions, or negligent acts of omission, or negligent acts; property damage and/or personal injury to others resulting from my own errors, omissions or negligent acts.

I hereby waive all claims, release, indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City of Lancaster and all of its officials, officers, agents, emergency technicians, fire staff, and employees in both their public and private capacities, from any and all liability, claims, suits, demands, expenses of litigation, or cause of action which may arise by reason of injury to persons or loss of, damage to or loss of use of any property occasioned by error, omission, or negligent act of myself or any other persons with regard to this Agreement and I will at my own cost and expense defend and protect the City of Lancaster against any and all claims and demands.

I hereby agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City of Lancaster and all of its officials, officers, agents, emergency technicians, fire staff, and employees from and against any and all claims and losses, damages, causes of action, suits, and liability of every kind, including all expenses of litigation, including but not limited to court costs and attorney’s fees for death, injury to or debt of any person or loss of, damage to, or loss of use of any property arising out of or In connection with this Agreement. Such indemnity shall apply whether the claims, losses, damages, causes of action, suits, of liability arise in whole or in part from negligence of the City of Lancaster, of its officials, officers, agents, emergency technicians, fire staff, and employees. It is the express intention of the parties here to, both myself and the City of Lancaster, that the indemnity provided for in this paragraph is indemnity by the undersigned to indemnify and protect the City of Lancaster’s own negligence, whether that negligence is the sole or concurring cause of the injury, death, or damage.

It is further agreed that the execution of the “Wavier of Liability, Release, Indemnification and Hold Harmless Agreement” Will not constitute a wavier by the City of Lancaster of the defense of governmental immunity where applicable, or any other defense recognized by the courts of the State of Texas.

Signed, this the _________ day of _______________________________, 20___.

Signature: _______________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________ City/State/Zip Code: _______________________________________________________________ Telephone: _______________________________________________________________________

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Turkey Bowl You are invited to the annual Turkey Bowl and Open House at the Lancaster Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

November 18, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Bowl for a FREE Turkey!

Fall Trash Off

Volunteer opportunities available. Lancaster residents only with proof residency. The City of Lancaster welcomes residents to participate in the upcoming Trash-Off event on Saturday, November 4, 2017 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 1501 N. Dallas Ave. The Trash-Off event is a great opportunity for Lancaster residents to clean their home, garage, and yard of bulk trash, recyclables, scrap metal, brush, and electronic waste (i.e. computers, kitchen appliances, televisions, etc.) at no additional cost. On-site donations also available.

For volunteer interest, please call 972-218-1300.

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Council District 4 Mayor’s Town Hall Meeting State of the City THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2017 7:00 P.M.

HOUSTON ELEMENTARY, 2929 MARQUIS LANE

DISTRICT 4

TOWN HALL MEETING

• • •

Talk to your Council Member Discuss concerns Learn ways to be involved in the community & make a difference in your neighborhood

COUNCIL MEMBER SPENCER W. HERVEY, JR. MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS! MEET YOUR COUNCIL MEMBER! MEET CITY OF LANCASTER STAFF!

Questions? Call 972-218-1300 or visit www.Lancaster-TX.com

On January 11, 2018 Mayor2929 Marcus HOUSTON ELEMENTARY, MARQUIS LANE E. Knight will give his annual State to your Cou of the City Address at the luncheon• Talk Member concern hosted by the Lancaster Chamber ••ofDiscuss Learn ways to b TOWN HALL MEETING involved in the Commerce.

DISTRICT 4

community & m difference in you neighborhood

The Luncheon will be held at the COUNCIL MEMBER Lancaster Recreation CenterSPENCER GrandW. HERVEY, J MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS! Hall.

MEET YOUR COUNCIL MEMBER! OF LANCASTER contactMEET theCITY Chamber of STAFF!

Please Commerce at 972-218-1300 972-227-2579 towww.Lancaster-TX.c make Questions? Call or visit your luncheon reservations.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2017 7:00 P.M. HOUSTON ELEMENTARY, 2929 MARQUIS LANE

DISTRICT 4

TOWN HALL MEETING

• • •

Talk to your Council Member Discuss concerns Learn ways to be involved in the community & make a difference in your neighborhood

COUNCIL MEMBER SPENCER W. HERVEY, JR. MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS! MEET YOUR COUNCIL MEMBER! MEET CITY OF LANCASTER STAFF!

Questions? Call 972-218-1300 or visit www.Lancaster-TX.com

THURSDA NOVEMBER 16 7:00 P.M.

THURSDA NOVEMBER 16 7:00 P.M. HOUSTON ELEMENTARY, 2929 MARQUIS LANE

DISTRICT 4

TOWN HALL MEETING

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Talk to your Cou Member Discuss concern Learn ways to b involved in the community & m difference in you neighborhood

COUNCIL MEMBER SPENCER W. HERVEY, J MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS! MEET YOUR COUNCIL MEMBER! MEET CITY OF LANCASTER STAFF!

Questions? Call 972-218-1300 or visit www.Lancaster-TX.c

Please join the City of Lancaster, Lancaster Chamber of Commerce, LISD, the Best Southwest Partnership and the Dallas Regional Chamber in our ongoing team coordination and public involvement workshops. Residents are encouraged to attend one of the four (S.W.O.T.) workshops on November 14th, 15th and 16th to find out more about our strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in regards to Economic Development in the City of Lancaster.

The Lancaster team wants to hear from you! If you have questions, suggestions, or comments, or if you would like to be added to the project e-mail list, please contact us at ispeck@ lancaster-tx.com.

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Best Yard Award Congratulations! to the

First Best Yard Award recipient Melva Jefferson

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Healthy, Safe & Engaged Community

Lancaster is a place where we embrace public safety and compassionate enforcement in our neighborhoods to sustain vibrant residential and business communities. The community celebrates unity and participates in city-wide events, recreational and cultural activities.

Residents have opportunities for involvement in civic life through boards and commissions, youth and parent volunteer opportunities in recreation, sports teams, city elections, civic academies, schools and city-wide celebrations.

One of City Council’s Goals and Objectives for fiscal year 2017/2018 is to develop an expanded community health initiative.

It’s Time Texas Community The 2018 Community Challenge Kicks Off Challenge January 8, 2018 and runs through March 4, 2018.

Join us in 2018 and register for the free community challenge on January 8, 2017. All you need is an email address to register at https://itstimetexas.org/ communitychallenge/ on January 8th.

Then it’s simple. Record your healthy eating and water consumption in the IT’s Time Texas app. The city earns points for each registered participant, healthy selfies of you eating and drinking healthy, and healthy activities or exercise.

What a great way to loose those holiday love handles! Join us on January 8th and let’s start the new year off getting fit!

Lancaster placed 3rd in 2017 and 2nd in 2016 as one of the Community Challenge Finalists!

Convoy of Hope

Thank you to the many volunteers!

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health services, family portraits, shoes, and a hot lunch.

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October 14th Convoy of Hope, the City of Lancaster and LISD hosted a free community event at Lancaster High School.

Lancaster residents were provided nutrition education, health services, immunizations, community services, haircuts, breast

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Smoke-Free Ordinance

FREE FIX ‘Rabies Shot & Microchip for residents in 75134 zip code Affordable rates for others

2nd FRIDAY of each month Spay Neuter Network surgery transport picks up pets at 1501 N Dallas Avenue, Lancaster 75134.

Pets are transported to our Dallas clinic for surgery and are returned the same day.

Lancaster Smoke-Free Ordinance Lancaster City Council recently approved a comprehensive citywide smoke-free Ordinance No. 2017-06-22 making all workplaces in the city smoke-free, including all bars and restaurants.

Second hand smoke contains more than 7,000 chemicals, including hundreds that are toxic and at least 69 that are known to cause cancer. Exposure to secondhand smoke kills over 40,000 nonsmokers in the United States every year. The Surgeon General has found that secondhand smoke causes lung cancer, heart disease, serious respiratory illnesses, low birth weight in babies, and sudden infant death syndrome.

Nonsmokers who are exposed to high levels of tobacco smoke on the job double their risk of developing lung cancer and lung and heart disease. The scientific evidence is clear – there is no risk-free level of exposure to secondhand smoke.

The new ordinance went into effect Monday, June 26, 2017.

For questions, please call 972-218-1300.

Appointments are required.

For spay/neuter appointments and quicker service visit www.spayneuternet.org or call 972-472.3500

Did you know?

Did you know that you can receive a citation for letting your dog run loose?

Avoid receiving a citation by taking the following precautions: • Keep your dog and/or cat contained in your yard; • Dogs must be held by a leash at all times in a park or public playground, except in park areas designated and posted by the parks and recreation department to be “dog friendly areas”, such as City Park across from the Country View Golf Course. www.lancaster-tx.com 13

Christmas Parade Entry#_________

City of Lancaster & Lancaster Lion’s Club 64th Annual Christmas Parade Saturday, December 9, 2017 All Entry Forms Must be Submitted by 3 p.m. Friday, December 1, 2017 This form is available online at: www.lancaster-tx.com/ChristmasInLancaster

Contact Information: (PLEASE PRINT) Organization:________________________________________________________________________ Group Name:________________________________________________________________________ Contact Name: ______________________________________________________________________ Address:_________________________________________ City: _____________________________ Phone:___________________________________________ Email: ____________________________

Entry Description:

Type of Entry:_______________________________________________________________________ Detailed Description:_________________________________________________________________

Category:

Band

Float Motorcycle

Walkers

Dance/Cheer Group Horse Other __­­­­_____________________________________ Number of Participants: ____ Music: Yes

No

If Yes, Describe: ____________________________

*No amplified music is permitted (small portable sound systems are allowed)

Award Categories: Please indicate your judging preference: Best Holiday Themed Entry

Best Performance Group

Best Entry- Business Best Entry – Organization (churches, civic groups, etc.) _____________________________________ ____________________________________ Applicant Signature Date Return this form to: City of Lancaster Attn: Community Relations 211 N Henry Street (in person) PO Box 940 (by mail) Lancaster, TX 75146

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Questions?

Call: 972-218-1300 Fax: 972-275-0917 Email: communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com

Rules and Guidelines Entry Fee: The entry fee is a donation of new unwrapped toys or at least five (5) non-perishable food items to be brought to the mandatory parade meeting. All donations will benefit The Society of St. Vincent De Paul Community Outreach Center.

All entries are required to attend a mandatory parade meeting on Thursday, December 7, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Lancaster City Hall, 211 N. Henry Street.

Entry lineup will be from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. traveling eastbound on Pleasant Run Road from Elsie Robertson Middle School to southbound Dallas Avenue concluding at Historic Town Square (weather permitting). Prior to the parade, you will be provided a designated time to arrive and location for your entry. Event staff and volunteers will assist you to locate your line up position; do not change the parade lineup. All individuals and vehicles associated with your entry must check in together.

The parade will begin promptly at 5:00 p.m.

Judging will take place along the parade route and awards will be presented at the end of the parade in the Historic Town Square (weather permitting) or the Lancaster Recreation Center (if inclement weather) at 6:00 p.m.

Once the parade has begun, please do not stop until the conclusion of the parade.

One banner preceding your entry is allowed; there is no size limit. There is no limit on the number of banners that can be attached to the entry.

Entries may be sponsored by a business; however, the entry may not be used primarily for advertising purposes and must be in keeping with the spirit of the parade and theme.

All entries must be decorated or in support of the theme “A “???”.

Hometown Christmas”.

Children under 13 years of age must be adequately supervised from the parade lineup to completion.

All motorized equipment must be clean and in good working condition. All vehicles must maintain a safe distance of at least 20 feet between units.

Use live music when possible. No amplified music is permitted (small portable sound systems are allowed).

Pursuant to the City ordinance # 2004-06-18, and for the safety of the spectators, throwing candy is prohibited. Those wishing to distribute candy must walk along-side parade route.

All participants must dress appropriately. Shoes and shirts are required. No clothing that makes mention of or reference to any obscenities, sexually explicit material and/or drugs. Appropriateness is at the discretion of staff.

All parade entries must submit a parade application to the Community Relations Division by 5:00 p.m. Wednesday November 29th. Applications can be submitted on the City website at www.lancaster-tx.com.

Please refrain from the inclusion of live Santa costumes, as this can confuse children.

For additional information call 972-218-300 or email communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com. www.lancaster-tx.com

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Boards & Commissions Do you have a specialized knowledge, an ability to plan for the future, or an enthusiastic interest in improving the quality of life right in your own community: The City of Lancaster needs people who have a strong interest in the community to serve on one of the City’s many boards and commissions.

Submit your application today!

• Youth Advisory Committee • Property Standards & Appeals Boards • Lancaster Economic Development Corporation (4A) • Parks & Recreation Advisory Board • Lancaster Recreational Development Corporation (4B)

• Library Advisory Board • Historic Landmark Preservation Committee • Airport Advisory Board • Planning and Zoning Commission • Animal Shelter Advisory Committee • Museum Advisory Board • Zoning Board of Adjustment • Civil Service Commission

Have Questions? Please contact the City Secretary’s office at 972-218-1310, or via email at: citysecretary@lancaster-tx.com 16

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City of Lancaster, Texas Boards and Commissions Application

Name: _____________________________________ Date: ___________________________ Address: ______________________________________________ Zip: _________________ Home Phone: __________________________ Cell Phone: ___________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________Length of residency: _________ Occupation: _________________________________________________________________ Please list the Boards/Commissions/Corporations you wish to serve on in order of preference.

1. ___________________________________________ 2. ___________________________________________ 3. ___________________________________________ Have you ever served as a member of any Lancaster boards, commissions, or committees?

□ YES

□ NO

List any particular qualifications you feel would be beneficial to serving on any particular board or commission. You may also attach additional sheets as well as a resume.

To be an effective member of a Board or Commission, you must be willing to attend and participate in all scheduled meetings.

DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION I, _____________________________, an applicant for, or an appointed official, for the City of Lancaster, Texas, elect to:

□ ALLOW □ NOT ALLOW

public access to my personal information public access to my personal information

Note: Under the Public Information Act, a personal e-mail address is not public information and would not be released.

Signature____________________________

Date____________________________

Please return your completed application to the City Secretary’s Office at 211 N. Henry St., or mail to P. O. Box 940, Lancaster, TX 75146 or fax to (972) 275-0914 or email at citysecretary@lancater-tx.com.

For consideration during the annual appointment process, please submit your application by November 10, 2017.

Applications are always welcome as vacancies may occur throughout the year. *Office Use Only* Received by: ___________________________ Date: _____________________________ www.lancaster-tx.com 17

LISD Points of Pride

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LISD Parent Self Serve

PARENT SELF SERVE WHERE TO SIGN UP?

ONE LOGIN FOR ALL OF YOUR STUDENTS

(Same as online registration username/password)

ATTENDANCE INFORMATION

• Go To www.LancasterISD. org • Click Parent Self Serve

HAVE AN EXISTING ACCOUNT?

REPORT CARD/PROGRESS REPORTS

• Click • Enter Username/Password

CAMPUS MESSAGES

*Same as your online registration (If you need assistance with username/password, please contact your student’s campus.)

NEW USER ACCOUNT?

IMMUNIZATION RECORDS

• CLICK YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING TO CREATE A NEW ACCOUNT: • • • • •

DISCIPLINE INFORMATION

Parent first and last name Student ID Student first and last name Student birthdate Zip code of parent address

NOTIFICATION SETUP EMAIL TEACHER

All information must match exactly what is currently associated with student.

www.LancasterISD.org Info@LancasterISD.org ● 972-218-1400

LISD Discount Program All employees of the Lancaster Independent School District are entitled to a reduced rate of $85.00 for annual membership at the Lancaster Recreation Center. Paid annual membership provides access to the following: Fitness Atrium Usage Gymnasium Usage Wellbeats Virtual Fitness (during designated hours)

Indoor Walking Track Indoor Pool (during designate hours) 10% OFF Facility Rentals 10% OFF Recreation Programs www.lancaster-tx.com

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Winter Averaging and Utility Rates Winter averaging is a practice by which water use during the winter time period is used to determine maximum sewer charges for the upcoming year.

The utility bases winter average on the average water consumption during December, January, and February. The winter averaging rate is effective April 1st of each year.

Why does the city use winter use for averaging?

Your sewer bill is based upon your water consumption. Outdoor water use (such as irrigation, car washing and recreational use) does not typically enter the city’s wastewater system and using winter averaging consumption therefore, prevents the wastewater portion of your utility from spiking during the summer.

How is winter averaging calculated?

Consumption information is calculated using the three winter billing periods to arrive at the winter average.

For example, if your water use for December =5000 gallons, January =3000 gallons, and February =5500 your total winter consumption would be 13,500 gallons. This consumption is divided by 3 to determine your winter average would be 4500 gallons (13,500 gallons / 3 months = 4500 gallons). our winter average consumption would be 4500 gallons. The figure of 4500 gallons would be your maximum sewer consumption of the next year.

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What if I use less water than my winter average?

If an account uses less water than the winter averaging consumption, the sewer charges would reflect charges for the actual water use. For example, if your winter averaging rate was 4500 gallons and your current water consumption was 3900 gallons, your sewer charges would reflect 3900 gallons of sewer use.

What can I do to reduce my sewer charges?

Reducing overall water use during the winter averaging period is essential in cutting your sewer charges for the coming year. This reduction can be accomplished by fixing all leaks as soon as possible (toilets, faucets, service lines, irrigation systems).

• Turn off irrigation systems.

• Consider replacing old toilets with new, water-efficient models.

• Replace old shower heads and faucet aerators with new, efficient models.

• Use only the water that is needed when washing hands, dishes or brushing teeth.

Please note: If you have a water leak during this time period which caused your water consumption to be higher than usual, it is extremely important to notify the billing office at (972) 218-1328.

Senior Discount

Senior Citizens over the age of 62 qualify for a discount on their water bills.

How much is the discount? $1.94 water $1.76 sewer How do I sign up?

Complete the form located at the utility billing desk at City Hall (211 N. Henry).

The days are getting shorter and the leaves are starting to turn color, a sure sign that fall is on its way.

Now is a great time to prepare your garden and irrigation systems for winter. Here are some tips to get you started: Check for leaks- while you can do this year round, fall is a great time to check for leaks again. Fix leaks as soon as possible to avoid losing any more water or money than necessary.

What should I bring with me?

Bring your driver’s license for proof of identity. The water bill must be in the senior citizens name., Nobody wants to deal with expensive plumbing disasters this fall. Fats, oils, and grease (FOG) come fro meats,butters, and margarine, lard, food scraps, sauces, salad dressings, dairy products, and cooking oil.

• Do put oil and grease in covered collection containers.

• Do scrape food scraps from dishes into trash cans and garbage bags and dispose of properly Avoid using the garbage disposal.

• Do remove oil and grease from dishes, pans, fryers, and griddles. Cool first before you skim, scrape, or wipe off excess grease.

Get your free Fat Trapper Bag at City Hall, 211 N. Henry Street, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Don’t pour oil and grease down the drain.

Don’t put food scraps down the drain.

Don’t rinse off oil and grease with hot water.

For additional information visit www. ceasethegreasentx.com. www.lancaster-tx.com 21

Fall Yard Care

Compost your autumn leaves and other garden debris so you will have homemade mulch to add to your garden come spring.

Add water wise plants to your garden now so that they can use this fall’s rainfall to start getting established. Get ideas from our Water wise Plant.

Remember to winterize your automatic sprinkler system and faucets.

Taking time to winterize this fall will help to prevent broken pipes this winter and ensure that your system will function correctly when you set everything back up next spring.

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COMMUNITY NOTIFICATION ENROLLMENT What is CodeRED and why is it important to me? CodeRED is an emergency notification service that allows emergency officials to notify residents and businesses by telephone, cell phone, text message, email and social media regarding time-sensitive general and emergency notifications. Only authorized officials have access to the CodeRed system.

When will CodeRED be used? Any message regarding the safety, property or welfare of the community will be disseminated using the CodeRED system. These may include AMBER alerts, notifications of hazardous traffic or road conditions, boil water advisories or evacuation notices.

Does the CodeRED system replace other systems that have been used to provide timesensitive information to residents? This system is an enhancement to existing means of communications and is meant to supplement current or past systems used for mass notification.

Does CodeRED system already have my telephone number, or do I need to sign up to receive CodeRED notifications? The CodeRED database contains information received from public databases, including regional phone books. However, no resident should assume that their information is in the system. The home page of the City of Lancaster website, has a link to the CodeRED Community Notification Enrollment page where you can register online. If you can not register online, you can call 972-218-2600 and speak with on of our communications specialist to complete your registration over the telephone.

City of Lancaster, TX I have a business located in Lancaster. Can I arrange to have CodeRED contact my business? Yes. Fill out the CodeRED registration form but be sure to select the “This address is a business” option. Please note that emergency calls can only be delivered to a direct dial number. Automated attendants will disrupt the process and the calls will not be delivered.

Businesses should register their main number and establish a procedure for distributing the CodeRED message to their workforce.

What if I want to register additional numbers for my address? After you submit the initial registration form, your may start the registration process again ad submit more numbers for the same address.

Is my personal information protected?

CodeRED is a service of Emergency Communications Network which takes security and privacy concerns very seriously. They will not sell, trade, lease or loan any data citizen supplied data to third parties.

How will I recognize a CodeRED message? A CodeRED Emergency message will have a call ID of 866-419-5000. A CodeRED General message will have a caller ID 855-969-4636. We suggest you program both numbers in your cell phone as a “new contact” and use “CodeRED Emergency” and CodeRED General” as the contact name.

CodeRED Community Notification Enrollment https://public.coderedweb.com/cne/enUS/8A6624CF2BC2 Please direct additional questions to Lancaster Fire Department 972-218-2600. www.lancaster-tx.com

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MLK Day Parade

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Save the Date January 13, 2017 City of Lancaster MLK Day Parade

Parade Application

Contact Information: (PLEASE PRINT)

Entry#_________

Organization: ______________________________________________________________________________ Group Name: ______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Name: ____________________________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________ City: _______________________________ Phone: _______________________________________________ Email: ______________________________

Entry Description:

Type of Entry:______________________________________________________________________________ Detailed Description: ________________________________________________________________________

Category:

Band

Float

Motorcycle

Walkers

Horse

Other _______________________________________

Dance/Cheer Group

Number of Participants: ____

Music:

Yes

No If Yes, Describe: ____________________________

*No amplified music is permitted (small portable sound systems are allowed)

_____________________________________ Applicant Signature

____________________________________ Date

Return this form to: City of Lancaster Attn: Community Relations 211 N Henry Street (in person) PO Box 9840 (by mail) Lancaster, TX 75146

Questions?

Call: 972‐218‐1300 Fax: 972‐275‐0917 Email: communityrelations@lancaster‐tx.com

-------------------------------------------Rules and Guidelines-----------------------------------------

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• EntryCONNECTION Fee: The entry fee2017 is a LANCASTER Fall

donation of at least five (5) non-perishable food items to be brought to the mandatory parade meeting. All donations will benefit The Society of St. Vincent De Paul Community Outreach Center.

MLK Day Rules and Guidelines • Entry Fee: The entry fee is a donation of at least five (5) non-perishable food items to be brought to the mandatory parade meeting. All donations will benefit The Society of St. Vincent De Paul Community Outreach Center.

• All entries are required to attend a mandatory parade meeting on Thursday, January 11, 2018, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Lancaster City Hall, 211 N. Henry Street.

• Entry lineup will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. traveling northbound on State Highway 342 (Dallas Avenue) and concluding at Lancaster Recreation Center. Prior to the parade, you will be provided a designated time to arrive and location for your entry. Event staff and volunteers will assist you to locate your line up position; do not change the parade lineup.

All individuals and vehicles associated with your entry must check in together.

• The parade will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m.

• Once the parade has begun please do not stop until the conclusion of the parade.

• One banner preceding your entry is allowed; there is no size limit. There is no limit on the number of banners that can be attached to the entry.

• Entries may be sponsored by a business; however, the entry may not be used primarily for advertising purposes and must be in keeping with the spirit of the parade and theme “MLK Day”.

• Children under 13 years of age must be adequately supervised from the parade lineup to completion.

• All motorized equipment must be clean and in good working condition. All vehicles must maintain a safe distance of at least 20 feet between units.

• Use live music when possible. No amplified music is permitted (small portable sound systems are allowed).

• Pursuant to the City ordinance #2004-06-18, and for the safety of the spectators, throwing candy is prohibited. Those wishing to distribute candy must walk along-side parade route.

• All participants must dress appropriately. Shoes and shirts are required. No clothing that makes mention of or reference to any obscenities, sexually explicit material and/or drugs.

Appropriateness is at the discretion of staff.

• All parade entries must submit a parade application to he Community Relations Division by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, January 4th. Applications can be submitted on the City website at www.lancaster-tx.com.

For additional information call 972-218-1300 or email at communityrelations @lancaster-tx.com. www.lancaster-tx.com

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The City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division is seeking volunteers to join the Lancaster Eyes and Ears Program (LEEP) The LEEP Program will primarily perform duties in the field identifying code violations for code officers to perform further investigation.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Patrol assigned areas to identify code violations such as: Excessive accumulation of trash and debris; Parking of vehicles, boats, trailers on unimproved surfaces; High grass and overgrown weeds/vegetation; Junk vehicles; Illegal dumping and litter; and Illegal placement of signs.

Volunteers are requested to volunteer a minimum of 4 hours per week. Work schedules are flexible based on your availability but are limited to daytime hours. Volunteers must possess a Texas class “C” driver’s license, successfully complete a background check and drug test, reside in the City of Lancaster.

To join, complete the application on the next page and return to 211 N. Henry Street. For more information contact the City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division at 972-218-1200 or email at fkabona@lancaster-tx.com.

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SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

LEEP APPLICANT INFORMATION:

Name (First, Middle Last) Maiden Name

Previous Address 1

Education Level:

City/County/State

( ( ( (

Dates of Occupancy

Address: Apt. #: Gender:

E-mail Address

Alias Names

Employment Experience:

Volunteer Availability (Check all that applies):

Previous Address 2

Male

Female

Circle One

City Home Phone work Phone

City/County/State

( ) Weekdays ( ) saturdays

Dates of Occupancy

Date of Birth Social Security #

Driver’s License #

State

wAIVER/RELEASE OF INFORMATION: i, following:

( ) evenings ( ) sundays

Skills & Interests (Check all that apply):

Cell Phone

) high school student ) high school diploma/Ged ) College student ) College degree

, do understand and agree to the

( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( ( (

) Typing/Word Processing ) data Processing/spreadsheets ) Research ) Filing/sorting materials ) Answering Phones ) Administrative Tasks ) Customer service ) Planting/Gardening ) General Outdoor Projects ) Clean up/Park beautification ) Children’s Programs ) senior Citizen Programs ) Animal service Programs ) special events ) lancaster eyes and ears Program ) Other:

1. i am not entitled to compensation for performance of my duties as a volunteer, nor any employee benefits, nor am i covered by any workers’ compensation. My liability coverage only covers official volunteer duties. employment is contingent upon 2. The offer to volunteer employment and consideration of continued volunteer

acceptable review of information including but not limited to consumer credit history, criminal conviction history, driving record and other such reports that may exhibit information on my work habits, performance, education and experience, along with reason for termination of employment from previous employers where such information exists.

3. I knowingly and voluntarily authorize and consent to allow the City of lancaster to request information from

various Federal, state and other such agencies which maintain records concerning and relating to records that

may contain my driving history, criminal history, credit history, civil history and other experiences. i hereby authorize without reservation any party or agency contacted by the City of lancaster, as a condition of volunteer employment, to furnish the listed information on this application and to release and hold harmless all parties

involved from any liability and responsibility for doing so. This authorization and consent shall be valid in its original,

faxed or copy form. including its agents, employees or 4. i hereby agree to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City of lancaster, representatives, from any and all claims or causes of action, including any claims or causes of action resulting

from the negligence or liability of the City of lancaster, including its agents, employees or representatives,

including, but not limited to, property damage, bodily injury or death arising out of or in any way connected to my

participation in the City of lancaster Volunteer Program. to utilize my image or likeness for 5. i knowingly and voluntarily authorize and consent to allow the City of lancaster promotional purposes, both electronically and in print.

6. i certify that all information i have provided is true and correct.

Parent/guardian must authorize permission for background check on minor. _________________________________________________ Applicant Signature

_________________________________________________ Date

__________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature __________________________________________________ Date www.lancaster-tx.com

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• leaves Water heaters • Bagged December).

• Kitchen appliances • Refrigerators/Freezers (must be tagged certifying removal of refrigerant) • Yard tools Please refer to map on the PROHIBITED • Furniture following page to find your • Bundled carpet in 4 ft. lengths • Commercial construction and remodeling debris (call CWD for estimate) service area and the chart • Bagged leaves • Household hazardous waste (paint, motor oil, pool chemicals, etc.)to identify your bulk • Refrigerators/Freezers (must be tagged certifying removal of refrigerant) • Tires, batteries service week.

PROHIBITED • Propane tanks construction and remodeling debris (call CWD for estimate) • Commercial

Residential Solid Waste

On odd months, residents may drop off up to 12 cubic yards at the CWD REGULAR picked up ONCE a week.

All trash bestation at the REGULAR TRASH isTRASH pickedisup ONCE a week.

All trash mustmust be transfer following address: secured in bags within youryour GRAY cart. secured in bags within GRAY cart.

• • •

Household hazardous waste (paint, motor oil, pool chemicals, etc.)

Tires, batteries Propane tanks

REGULAR TRASH is picked up ONCE a week. All trash must be secured in bags within your GRAY cart.

2010 California Crossing Dallas, Texas 75220 A copy of your current water bill is required.

Charges will apply to volumes in excess of 12 cubic yards.

RECYCLING is picked up ONCE a week with trash pickup.

Everything BLUE bearecyclable RECYCLING is with picked upcart ONCE week with trash pickup.

RECYCLING is picked uptheONCE amust week withmaterials. trash pickup.

All brush and bulk materials must be set Everything with the BLUE cart must be recyclable materials.

Everything with the BLUE cart must be recyclable materials.out and ready for pick If at any time you do not comply within the above mentioned up by 7:00 a.m. the guidelines, your address will be documented as NO PICK UP for Monday of your If at any time you do not comply within the above mentioned If at any that time you do not comply within the above mentioned collection week. week’s collection.

guidelines, your address will be documented as NO PICK UP for that guidelines, your address will be documented as NO PICK UP for week’s collection. that week’s collection.

We provide

We provide

If you are physically unable to roll your cart or take your recycling cart to your pick up location, help is available.

If you are physically unable to roll your cart or take your recycling cart to Disabled individuals for a manual trash collection by submitting a manual collection form available at your pickup location, helpmay is qualify available.

City Hall along with a Doctor’s note stating your need for special assistance. This special assistance program allows the driver to get out of the waste truck and pick up the trash/recycling cart from your property without it Disabled individuals may qualify for a manual trash collection by placed by unable the curb. to roll your cart or take your recycling cart to your pick If you are being physically

to identify your bulk service week.

On odd months, residents may drop off up to 12 cubic yards at the CWD transfer station at the following address: California Crossing BULK2010 TRASH or heavy Dallas, Texas 75220 trash is picked up EVERY OTHER MONTH A copy ofon youreven current months (February, water bill is required.

April, will June, Charges apply to volumes October, in excess of 12 August, cubic yards.

December).

Please refer to map on the following All brush and bulk page to find your materials must be set service area and the out and ready for pick chart up to by identify your 7:00 a.m. the bulk service Mondayweek. of your collection week.

On odd months, residents may drop off up to 12 cubic yards at the CWD transfer station at the following address:

up location, help is available. submitting a manual collection form available at City Hall along with 2010 California For more information or questions please call 972-218-1324. a Doctor’s note stating your need for special assistance. This special Disabled individuals may the qualify for atomanual trash collection submitting form available at Crossing assistance program allows driver get out of the wastebytruck and a manual collection Dallas, TX 75220 Citythe Hall along with a Doctor’s noteyour stating your need for special program pickup trash/recycling cart from property without it beingassistance. placed This special assistance allows the driver to get out of the waste truck and pick up the trash/recycling cart from your property without it by the curb. being placed by the curb.

A copy of your For more information or questions please call 972-218-1324.

For more information or questions please call 972-218-1324. current water bill is

Curb side brush/bulky waste collection: ACCEPTABLE • Washing machines/Dryers • Water heaters • Kitchen appliances • Yard tools • Furniture • Bundled carpet in 4 ft. lengths • Bagged leaves • Refrigerators/Freezers (must be tagged certifying removal of refrigerant)

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PROHIBITED • Commercial construction and remodeling debris (call CWD for estimate) • Household hazardous waste (paint, motor oil, pool chemicals, etc.)

• Tires, batteries • Propane tanks

required.

Charges will apply to volumes in excess of 12 cubic yards.

All brush and bulk materials must be set out and ready for pick up by 7:00 a.m. the Monday of your collection week.

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Do you need to schedule a special bulk pickup?

What is the minimum fee for a special bulk pickup?

There is a $65.00 minimum fee on every special bulk pickup; price may increase depending on the size of the bulk/brush. The charge is added to you next water bill.

Special bulk pick up requests are needed in writing from the account holder. Please send this request to communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com with a subject title “Special Pickup”.

What if the bulk is on my vacant lot?

Vacant lots generally do not have active water accounts with the City. If your brush/bulk is on your vacant lot we cannot take payment. You will need to contact CWD customer service at 972-392-9300 and you will be able to pay CWD directly for the special brush/bulk pickup service. www.lancaster-tx.com 29

Recycle Coach

Have Your Trash/Recycle/Bulk Pickup Schedules at Your Fingertips Download the FREE app from your Apple store or Google Play and get a personalized trash collection schedule.

This app allows you to set reminders for your trash, recycling, bulk/brush collection from an hour, 12 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours or even a week prior to collection at no cost to you.

Search “Recycle Coach� and select LANCASTER, Texas for your location.

Simple Recycling Each year, over 21 billion pounds of clothing go into U.S. landfills - in an effort to combat this growing problem, the City of Lancaster has partnered with Simple Recycling to offer curb-side pick-up of clothing, shoes and small household items.

Simple Recycling is a for-profit recycler committed to offering residents the easiest way to keep usable materials from the landfill. The program is free of charge and simple to use.

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Simple Recycling

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Simple Step 1: Place clothing, shoes and home goods into the orange bags provided by Simple Recycling.

Simple Step 2: Place your bags at the curb on your

regular collection day by 7:30 a.m. Simple Recycling materials should be placed beside residents recycling container. DO NOT PLACE SIMPLE RECYCLING BAGS INSIDE OR ON TOP OF TRASH OR RECYCLING CONTAINERS.

Simple Step 3: A Simple Recycling truck will collect the

Please note, only items placed inside the bags will be collected.

Simple Recycling will not pick up anything left outside of the bag.

bags and recycle the items for reuse. Additionally, Simple Recycling will leave behind additional replacement bags for future use upon collection.

The following items will be accepted at the curb by Simple Recycling: • Men, women and children’s clothing • Coats and Jackets • Jewelry • Shoes • Purses • Hats • Toys • Pictures • Mirrors • Blankets • Drapes/Curtains • Pillows • Sleeping Bags • Small Furniture

• Small Appliances, such as toasters, microwaves and coffee makers • Irons • Radios • Lamps • Hair dryers • Tools • Silverware • Dishes • Pots/Pans • Glasses • Backpacks

All of the materials collected are graded and sorted locally based on quality and condition. The top quality materials will be resold to local thrift outlets, mid-grade is exported to international markets and “unusable” items are processed for raw materials.

Additional bags can be made available by visiting simplerecycling.com/supplies, calling 866835-5068 or emailing info@simplerecycling.com.

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Holiday Tips

Community Waste Disposal (CWD) will pick up Christmas trees on your trash day during the weeks of January 8th and 15th. The following guidelines must be followed in order for the tree to be collected: • Place the tree at the front of the house by the edge of the street by 7:00 a.m. on your pick-up day.

• Remove all lights and decorations.

• In case of snow, place the tree on top of the snow to increase its visibility.

• All artificial Christmas trees should be disposed as part of bulk during your bulk collection week.

Failure to remove decorations or placing the tree in a plastic bag will result in the tree not being collected that first week and, consequently, the resident will have to wait until the following week. Trees placed out on days other than your trash day will be considered a code violation. Trees placed out after the week of January 15th will not be collected. For any questions, please call City Hall at 972-218-1300.

Remember to winterize your automatic sprinkler system and faucets. Taking time to winterize this fall will help to prevent broken pipes this winter and ensure that your system will function correctly when you set everything back up next spring.

Give your lawn a little TLC. Fall is a great time to give your lawn a little pick me up for next spring and summer.

City Offices will be closed for the following holidays: November 23 and 24, 2017 for Thanksgiving.

December 22 and 25, 2017 for Christmas.

January 1, 2018 for New Years.

Trash/Recycling will not be picked up on Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years Day however will resume on the next business day.

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Lancaster Recreation Center Fitness Atrium Our state of the art equipment will help anyone looking to reach potential fitness goals. The facility is surrounded by windows with scenic views to inspire you during your workout. Multiple televisions and our locker rooms make it easy to fit in a workout before or after work.

Fitness Atrium Equipment Hours of Operation: Monday -Thursday 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Friday 6 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Indoor Walking Track Gymnasium with two full basketball courts and bleacher seating • Indoor Aquatic Center • Grand Hall with catering kitchen • Mirrored Aerobic Room • Game room • Classroom • Conference room

Reservations We have over 6,500 sq. feet of space for rent for your enjoyment. You can plan that special event for you and your guest to remember for days and years to come. Not only do we offer meeting rooms, a banquet hall set up for rent we also offer parks, pavilions, fields, gymnasium and a 165,000 gallon pool that includes zero depth entry, lazy river, two story water slide and lap lanes. For more information call 972-218-3700 or visit the Recreation Center during hours of operation.

For more information call 972-2183700 or visit the Recreation Center during hours of operation.

• Treadmills • Weight machines and more!

• Elliptical • Exercise Bikes • Free Weights

Fitness Atrium Orientation/Assessments Receive a free atrium orientation and physical Assessment with a Fitness Atrium monthly or annual pass.

The orientation will teach you how to get the full benefits of the fitness equipment in order to reach your optimum level of fitness. The assessment consists of BMI, strength, flexibility, blood pressure, fat count, and weight. See the front desk for more details.

The Fitness Atrium is open to ages 17 and older.

Must have a Fitness Atrium Pass.

Daily Pass Monthly Pass Annual Pass

Resident $5 $20 $160

Non-Resident $5 $25 $200

Monday-Thursday, 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Friday, 6:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m., Saturday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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Aquatics Water Aerobics Have you ever noticed how challenging it is to walk through a swimming pool? The resistance provided by water makes it a great course for all fitness levels. It is low impact yet increases stamina and strength.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday Saturday Monday-Thursday Monday-Thursday

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

$30/Monthly or $7/Drop-in $7/Drop-in $40/Monthly or $7/Drop-in Fitness Swim Membership

Lifeguard Certification (Age 15+) Learn basic lifesaving techniques and get certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard. Includes CPR/First Aid/AED. Great for those seeking part-time summer jobs; or to fulfill requirements for those who work as lifeguards at Texas pools. Advance registration and swim skills are required.

Please inquire at the front desk for future classes. $85 per class.

Dive In Movie (All ages) It’s time to dive in to the pool! Every third Thursday, enjoy a feature film while relaxing in the water.

All movies are free (with current Recreation Center ID card) November 16, 7:30 p.m.

Swim Lessons

All Learn-to-Swim classes provide instruction to swimmers of all ages and help them develop swimming and water safety skills in a positive learning environment. Each session includes four 45 minute classes over a two week period. Visit the city website at www.lancaster-tx.com for more information on the pre-requisites for each class level.

Parent & Tot (6-48 months): Parents learn water safety and infants develop comfort in the water. Parents must enter the water for all classes.

Monday/Wednesday

5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

$30/Session

Youth (4-12 years): .Learn basic strokes, floating, breathing, treading water and diving skills.

Skill Levels are divided into three different skills levels: Level I for New Beginners, Level II, for those with Basic Skills and Level III for Intermediate Swimmers.

Tuesday/Thursday Tuesday/Thursday

5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Level I, II, III 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Level I, II, III

$30/Session $30/Session

Semi-Private (13+ years): This course is designed to assist teens and adults with learning basic and advanced swim techniques. Each instructor is paired with only three students, allowing more for individual instruction.

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Youth Programs Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)

S.A.F.E. After School Program

The Lancaster City Council created the Youth Advisory Council for the purpose of seeking input of its youth on municipal government issues, serving in an advisory nature to evaluate relevant issues. The mission of YAC is to provide youth with opportunities to volunteer and take the initiative on projects that will promote a positive change. These young service leaders help to develop and execute key initiatives, serve as ambassadors and take an active part in helping to build a more viable community. Get involved! Meetings are scheduled the first Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. For more information contact 972-218-3700.

Open to Grades K-8 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Monday Friday $85.00/monthly for first student, $70/Monthly for each additional student. Open to students grades K-8.

First come first serve basis with limited enrollment.

Register at the City of Lancaster Recreation Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway 972-218-3700

Karate

Youth Karate age 5-15, Martial arts are a great way to build self-confidence and character in children. Karate and self-defense techniques are for all skill levels.

Lancaster, Texas 75134 Tuesday/Thursday Tuesday/Thursday

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Ages 5-15 Ages 5-15

$40/Monthly $40/Monthly

Dancing From the Soul You will dance from the soul in this field collegiate style dance conditioning class where your child will learn Ballet, Jazz and Hip-Hop class.

Monday 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday 6:00 p.m.. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Ages 4-18 Ages 4-18 Ages 4-18

$40/Monthly $40/Monthly $40/Monthly

Music for all Occasions This class will teach students the proper techniques of piano and keyboard. Music for all occasions also provides complete orientation to the keyboard for beginning pianists. There is a $30 one time registration fee.

Tuesday Saturday (2nd and 4th)

6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Ages 4-Adult Ages 50-Up

$48/Monthly $15/Monthly

Tutu’s & Taps Tots love to dance! Introduce our child to ballet, rap rhythms and games to improve their coordination and confidence. Ages 3-5. Starting September 5, 2017.

Tuesday

5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Ages 4-Adult

$30/Monthly

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Youth/Teen Sports/Recreation Volunteers . . . Coaches Needed Volunteer coaches and referees for baseball, basketball, and soccer are needed for athletic programming. Complete volunteer applications at the front desk of the Lancaster Recreation Center. For more information call 972-218-3700.

Monday Night Baseball is a great program that allows all interested Lancaster youth the opportunity to learn the game of baseball. MNB is free to the public and welcomes all ages and talent levels. Join us, year round, at Royce Clayton Field (Community Park). FREE. Contact: Lancaster.rbi.baseball@gmail.com.

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Start a pick-up game of basketball with friends or just come work on your shot.

Open gym is available only during open gym times below. Recreation ID card is required.

Monday-Friday

Monday Night Baseball (Ages 5-14)

Monday

Teen Open Gym (Ages 8-16)

Free

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Baseball

Jr. Mavs Fundamental Basketball Program (Ages 5 – 13) Lancaster RBI Fall Baseball is taking participants for the Fall Season for the following age groups. 6U, 8U, 10U, 14U, 15U. To register please contact Lancaster.rbi. baseball@gmail.com.

Basketball

Jr. Mavs Fundamental Basketball Program (Ages 5 – 13) Organized developmental basketball program designed to increase fundamental understanding of the game of basketball, while preparing players for competitive play. Registration includes uniform use. Rolling enrollment.

Monday/Wednesday

5:30 p.m.

$35/Monthly

Kick Start Soccer

Program provides learning through group play and skill building, different from traditional play. Focus is on understanding the game of soccer as players gradually complete.

Monday/Wednesday

5:30 p.m.

$35/Monthly

Lancaster Tiger Sharks

The Lancaster Tiger Sharks is a yearly swim team. Swimmers are trained in all competitive strokes and develop endurance and strength. The swim team is a great way to increase fitness, learn valuable skills and make new friends. The Lancaster Tiger Sharks compete locally, regionally, and statewide in the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF). New swimmers are welcome. Rolling enrollment.

Tuesday/Thursday 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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Volleyball

Girls Volleyball Program (Ages 7-14) (New) The Volleyball program will introduce a strong foundation of the sport while developing fundamental skills and promoting self-confidence, team cooperation and sportsmanship. This is a great opportunity for youth to play a great game in a fun environment.

Thursday

7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.

Adult Fitness Programs

$25/Monthly

Sewing for Kids and Adults

This class teaches you how to operate Sewing and Serger machines. You will also be able to sketch and illustrate designs. This class reinforces focus on knit fabrics. You will learn how to make your favorite shirts, skirts and jeans!!!

Monday/Thursday Monday/Thursday

6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Ages 7-17 Ages 18-Up

$40/Monthly $40/Monthly

Want to be an instructor?

Do you have a special talent or skill that you’d like to share with others? Whether you teach children, adults or seniors, we would love to hear from you. For more information on how to become a contract instructor, call 972-218-3700 or visit the Recreation Center.

Dancersize

This is a line dance exercise which provides a fun and unique way to help you get in shape. You will learn the latest line dances while enjoying a fun and fulfilling cardio aerobic workout.

Saturday (2nd and 4th)

9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

$14/Monthly, $8 drop-in

Zumba Zumba, a class that uses hip hop, weights, salsa, merengue, mambo, martial arts, squats and lunges all in one class. Come to the party and experience a full body workout in Zumba.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday Monday/Tuesday/Thursday Saturday

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

$30/Monthly, $7 drop-in $30/Monthly, $7 drop-in $20/Monthly, $7 drop-in

Power Hour Walking Fitness Walking program will help improve physical and mental health of those who walk. It will increase weight loss and improve fitness. Walking at a minimum of 3 minutes a day can improve your health greatly. Free with Recreation ID card or $5.00 drop-in without a Recreation ID card.

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

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Body Pump - Self Pace Program for Adults Body Pump is a conditioning and weight training, self-paced program using stationary weight equipment and a variety of exercises for each weight station. Free with Fitness Atrium membership.

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m.

WELLBEATS on Demand Fitness You will be engaging in exercise programs let by virtual qualified instructors. It’s Fitness on request, a comprehensive group fitness solution that combines pre-recordings of several different classes with live class management software. Free with Annual fitness atrium membership or $5 Drop-in.

Monday-Friday

9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Cycling This class is designed specifically for those who are new to spinning utilizing interval training. This means you will sit and stand during the ride. You will alternate between light tension with faster pedaling, which simulates riding on a flat ground, with slower pedaling and higher tension, which simulates riding uphill. Interval training burns fat and builds muscles. Recreation ID card is required.

Tuesday/Thursday

6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

New Program Offerings

$20/monthly, $8 drop-in.

Combo Programs Double or triple your work-out each month, it’s worth it. Working out those muscles and strengthen those lungs each day and boost your energy.

OPTION 1: Duo class, you can work-out in the fitness atrium and participate in fitness swim for the month.

OPTION 2: Trio class, Spin class, fitness atrium and fitness swim for the month.

Duo Class Monthly Fees Trio Class Resident $30 Non Resident $35 Resident $40 Non Resident $45

Early Bird Fitness Swim and Atrium Annual Pass Members who are looking to utilize the pool and fitness atrium during the early morning hours are encouraged to try this membership. This will allow members to swim and workout during early morning open swim and fitness atrium hours until 4 p.m.

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$140/Annually

Adult Athletics/Volunteers Adult Co-Ed Kickball League

Bring the family out on Sunday afternoon in the park. Join us for a social engagement, friendly competition and a great experience through co-ed kickball. Also, known as soccer baseball, teams must consist of at least five men and five women.

Sundays, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Team Fee $300

Adult Open Play Basketball

Start a pick-up game of Basketball with friends or just come work on your shot. Open gym is available only during open gym times below Monday-Thursday

6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Recreation ID Required

Adult Open Play Volleyball

Jump! Set! Spike! Open Play Volleyball is open to adults who want to meet new people and enjoy the game of volleyball. Teams will be formed on a first come first serve basis. Come on and let’s have fun.

Wednesday Ages 18-up 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Recreation ID card required

Pickleball

A paddle sport created for all skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.

Monday/Wednesday

12:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Recreation ID Card required

Simplified Natural Living and Essential Oils

Health and wellness go hand-in hand with natural living. Join us and learn how easy it is to start incorporating essential oils into your life, naturally.,

First Wednesday Second Saturday

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

$15/Monthly, $6/Drop-in $15/Monthly, $6/Drop-in www.lancaster-tx.com

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Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library Programs for Children

for middle school kids in 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Future City is a national competition that offers students a fun way to build their math and science skills and learn abut engineering by solving the real-world problems in designing cities of the future. This group meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Family Story Time: every Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. and Saturday at 1:00 p.m. for all ages stories, songs, and a take-home craft project. The first Wednesday of each month is bilingual story time, in Spanish and English.

Teen Programs

Future City Competition

Toddler Time:

Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. for ages 0-4 years - stories, songs, activities and fun!

Teen Club: for ages 11-18 meets the first and third Thursdays of each month from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. for movies, games, crafts, anime and fun!

July 6th - Summer Special July 20th - Summer Reading Club Finale Party August 3rd - Summer Reading Project Help August 17th - Ghost Festival September 7th - Games

Halloween Clue Saturday, October 28, 2:30 p.m. Participatory game for teens.

1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway

Library Hours

Monday - Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Wizards and Time Machines Science Fiction and Fantasy Discussion Group:

Open to everyone. Check the library’s website for the current reading list. This program is held third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. November 15th.

Family Game Night: will be held the first SimCity (Future Cities): Build a city using SimCity software and construct a model of the city by using Lego Blocks. Team meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. (August 1st and September 4th.) November 7th and December 5th.

Family Movie Night: will be held on

July 25th at 6:00 p.m. November 19th and December 14th.

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Family Craft Night

Hook, Yarn, & Needle: held on Tuesdays

The third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Supplies are provided, a variety of take-home craft projects will be offered for all ages and skill levels. (October 16th, November 20th, December 18th)

at 2 p.m. This is an introductory class on the fundamentals of knitting and crocheting.

Juggling Class: held the third Saturday

of each month at 2:30 p.m. Open to all skill levels and all ages. November 18th and December 12th.

Programs for Adults Poetry Nights: every fourth Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Create poetry with the black-out method.

Share your original poems or your favorites written by others. (October 26th, no meetings in November or December due to holidays; resumes January 25, 2018.)

Tome Talkers: enjoy talking about your favorite books with others on the Third Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. (No meetings on November 21st and in December).

Computer Classes for adults: learn beginning level for keyboarding, searching the Internet, using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, held on a rotating basis on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Book-a-Librarian One-on-One Tech Help: sessions are available by appointment at least 72 hours in advance. Are you unable to make it to a computer class? Schedule your own private session!: Learn beginning level for keyboarding, searching the Internet, using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, held on a rotating basis on Wednesdays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

Genealogical Research Assistance: Available on Monday nights (except third Mondays) from 6 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Lancaster Genealogical Society: meets the second

Tuesday of each month to hear speakers on related topics.

Everyone with an interest in family history is welcome. www.lancaster-tx.com

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Senior Life Center 240 Veterans Memorial Parkway 972-218-3780 Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Annual Membership Dues Lancaster Resident $3 Non-Resident $5 DAILY ACTIVITIES Coffee Served Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Fitness Room Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Congregate Meal Program Monday – Friday Noon to 1 p.m.

This daily lunch program ensures a nutritious meal for senior participants ages 60 years of age and older. It is FREE and Senior Participants do not have to be a member of the Lancaster Senior LIFE Center.

Senior participants, who are not members of the Senior LIFE Center, ages 50-59, can purchase the nutritious meal for an additional fee.

Sponsored in part by the Dallas Area Agency on Aging “DAAA” and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services.

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The Lancaster Senior LIFE Center is a full service activity center open to adults 50 years and up, and includes several TOP FEATURES: • Banquet and Dining Hall with Full Catering Kitchen, with full size stage.

• Nintendo Wii Consoles for fun, fitness and entertainment.

• Classroom for Computer Education and Training.

• Fitness Room and Croquet Course.

• Arts and Craft Rooms for Sewing, Knitting, Crochet, Quilting, and Creative Card Making.

• Bid Whiz, Spades, Chess, Chicken Foot, Dominoes.

• Reading Lounge with large selection of books.

• Well-stocked game room with billiards, poker tables and shuffle board.

• DAAA and other educational and informative presentations from community liaisons.

Available Resources...

The Senior Source 3910 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75219 (214) 823-5700 www.theseniorsource.org

Dallas County

Older Adult Services Program 2377 North Stemmons Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75207 214-819-1848

Dallas Area Agency on Aging

1341 W. Mockingbird Ln., Suite 1000 W, Dallas, TX 75247 (214) 871-5065 www.theseniorsource.org

Activities, Classes, and Programs BINGO There was a farmer who had a dog and BINGO was his name - oh! B, I, N, G, O; B, I, N, G, O; B, I, N, G, O and BINGO was his name - Oh! Quarterly Breakfast BINGO every three months with continental breakfast included. $1.00 per BINGO card.

Friday

Nutrition Education

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Quarterly

Coloring for Seniors (Words, Numbers, Puzzles) Who doesn’t love to color? Especially outside of the lines!

Join seniors for competitive coloring contests and prizes.

Monday - Friday

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Weekly

Computer Education and Training Enjoy computer access and learn different software, programs, and navigation on the Internet. Create Facebook pages and enjoy other forms of social media.

Tuesday/Thursday

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Weekly

Groom and Glamour Lounge Who doesn’t like looking good? Groom and Glamour Day are back! Senior participants (men and women), you owe it to yourself to be pampered. Must sign up early at the Senior LIFE Center. Available seating is limited.

1st and 3rd Wednesday

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Monthly

Creative Card Making Learn to create unique, fun and personalized greeting cards. All supplies are provided. $1.00 per personalized card.

Thursday

Sit in on a comprehensive and effective presentation that is designed to provide you with valuable information, tools and resources to make more informed and healthy food choices. One Nutrition Education Session is required on an annual basis for Congregate Meal Program participants.

2nd Monday 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Monthly

Senior Water Fitness and Exercise A fantastic class for all water fitness levels, with a focus on balance, and more flexibility for stressed joints. A very comfortable workout!

Transportation will be provided from the Senior LIFE Center to the Lancaster Recreation Center.

Third Wednesday of the Month 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

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Activities, Classes, and Programs Vision 2 This is a majestic group of singing senior participants meets regularly and performs occasionally at special events throughout the City of Lancaster. Enjoy the majestic sound of singing seniors throughout the week during Congregate Meal Program.

Wednesday

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Weekly

Knitting and Crochet Come and enjoy the lively company of a tightly knit group of senior participants, designing items through knitting and crochet. Class is open to all (beginners, intermediates and advanced members).

Tuesday/Thursday

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Weekly

Lifetime of Legacies Every day in essence, is our birthday, but we designate one day each month to celebrate the lifetime and legacies of our senior members with recognition, cupcakes, ice cream, and fun. It is what we do best. “Adding Living to Life!”

1st Thursday

11:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Monthly

Line Dancing Line Dancing with Flavor! Seniors with sequences of steps showcase line dancing and swing dancing. Learn the basic steps.

Monday/Wednesday

1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Weekly

PuzzleRama Everyone loves games. PuzzleRama is a wonderful way to exercise your ingenuity and your wealth of knowledge, as only seniors know how. We have a variety of puzzles. Increase your “inductive reasoning aptitude” and discover logic in the palm of your hands. PuzzleRama exercises the mind, body and soul, by challenging you to pick up the pieces and solve the problem.

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Weekly

Activities, Classes, and Programs Men’s Power Hour Men Only! This is a powerful hour of empowerment. Come join in fellowship with others to discuss and engage in conversations specifically important to men. This very popular class is open to men of all ages and distinctions. Strength is mighty. One’s mind is mightier. Lively and spirited discussions in relation to the male population of Older Americans regarding maturity, love, companionship, relationships, parenting, politics, etc. Empower your mind through conversations with men of all ages, races and nationalities.

Monday/Wednesday

10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Weekly

Reading is FUN Reading is an essential to the livelihood of all individuals, so much so that it is the most popular program at the Senior LIFE Center. Money is fundamental, wisdom is powerful, and knowledge is an advantage. Nothing, however, compares to the written word on paper. Engaging, energizing, informative and empowering, re-develop your love of reading.

Tuesday/Thursday

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Weekly

Sewing and Quilting Bring your own materials and enjoy conversation, assistance with technique, and the company of fellow craftsmen. A quilting horse and sewing machine is provided. Participants regularly create items to be donated to area hospitals and care facilities.

Tuesday/Thursday

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Weekly

Senior Water Fitness/Exercise The resistance provided by water makes it a great course for all fitness levels. It is low-impact, yet increases stamina and strength.

3rd Wednesday

10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Monthly

Senior Walking Club We hold the hearts of our senior members in the palms of our hands. Get healthy and fit through walking and low impact exercise. Participants meet at the Senior LIFE Center and are transported to the Lancaster Recreation Center.

Monday/Wednesday

10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Weekly

Seniors in Motion Low Impact chair exercises modified for seniors that targets the upper body muscles.

Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday

11:50 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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Facility Rentals We have over 6500 sq. feet of space for rent for your enjoyment. You can plan that special event for you and your guest to remember for days and years to come. Not only do we offer meeting rooms, a banquet hall set up for rent we also offer parks, pavilions, fields, gymnasium and a 165,000 gallon pool that includes zero depth entry, lazy river, two story water slide and lap lanes.

For more information call 972-218-3700 or visit the Recreation Center during hours of operation.

Senior Life Center

Grand Hall Banquet Facility

240 Veterans Memorial Parkway (972) 218-3700

1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway (972) 218-3700 Deposit $250 Set-up $50 Kitchen $30/ hr.

1,100 sq. ft. 760” Rounds 1-6’ Tables 56 Chairs 2,200 sq. ft.

14- 60” Rounds 2-6’ Tables 112 Chairs 3,300 sq. ft.

24- 60” Rounds 3-6’ Tables 192 Chairs

Resident Rate

Non-Resident Rate

$50/hr.

$75/hr.

$75/hr.

$100/hr.

Deposit $250 Set-up $50 Kitchen $30/hr.

4 hour rental 6 hour rental

Resident Rate

Non-Resident Rate

$400 $600

$500 $750

Gymnasium

Four (4) hour minimum if outside hours of operation.

Resident/Non-Resident Deposit

$100

Half Gym Fees $100/hr.

$125/hr.

Resident Non-Resident $50/hour $65/hour

Full Gym Fees

Resident Non-Resident $75/hour $90/hour

Community House 100 N. Henry Street (972) 218-3700

Full Gym-Tournament (allows gate fees/ concessions) Resident Non-Resident $100/hour $125/hour Athletic Fields

Each field has two (2) hours minimum, lights are an additional fee of $15.00 per hour.

Resident/Non-Resident Deposit $100

All Fields Deposit $150

Resident Rate $200 $300

4 hour rental 6 hour rental 46 LANCASTER CONNECTION

Non-Resident Rate $225 $325

Fall 2017

Resident Non-Resident $25/hour $35/hour Cedardale Park – Baseball/Softball City Park – Softball Royce Clayton Ball Park - Baseball Community Park – Football/Soccer

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Facility Rentals City Park Pavilion 1

211 W. Beltline Road Lancaster, TX 75146 (972) 218-3700 • Baseball Field • Basketball Court • Concession Stand

City Park Pavilion 2

211 W. Beltline Road Lancaster, TX 75146 (972) 218-3700 • Baseball Field • Basketball Court • Concession Stand

Community Park

200 N. Dallas Avenue Lancaster, TX 75146 (972) 218-3700 • Amphitheater • Backstop • Baseball Field

Kids Square Pavilion

1990 W. Beltline Road Lancaster, TX 75146 (972) 218-3700 • Grill • Pavilion • Restrooms

Rocky Crest Pavilion

698 E. Main Street Lancaster, TX 75146 (972) 218-3700 • Backstop • Baseball Field • Basketball Court

Bear Creek Park

1000 Bear Creek Road Lancaster, TX 75134 (972) 218-3700 • Butterfly Garden • Climbing Rock • Equestrian Trail

Meadowcreek Park

901 Meadowcreek Drive Lancaster, TX 75146 (972) 218-3700

J.A. Dewberry Park

2975 Green Drive Lancaster, TX 75134 (972) 218-3700 • Basketball Court • Grill • Large Open Space

Heritage Park

250 N. Dallas Avenue Lancaster, TX 75146 (972) 218-3700 • Gazebo

Parks and Gazebos Rental Fees Deposit Fee Resident $75 $75 Non-Resident $100 $100

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Visitors Center and State Auxiliary Museum

Helen Giddings Amphitheater Helen Giddings Amphitheater 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway 972-218-3700

Deposit Resident Non Resident

$150 $150 FEES 4 hour rental $200 $325 6 hour rental $275 $400 Each additional hour after 6 hours

$50 $75

Parks Pavilion The vintage characteristics and historic dĂŠcor of this wonderful facility will compliment your event and create an ambiance of long lasting memories.

Deposit

FEES

Rent this venue for your next business meeting, conference, art showcase, photo shoot or private social gathering.

103 N. Dallas Avenue Lancaster, TX 75146 972-218-3790

Resident Non-Resident www.lancaster-tx.com Deposit

$250.00 $250.00 Set-up Fee $50.00 $50.00 3 Hour Rental (After hours) $350.00 $400.00 3 hour minimum and maximum for after hour reservations.

Conference Room (during hours of operation only) Deposit $100.00 $100.00 Hourly rate (2 hour minimum) $50.00 $75.00

Resident Non-Resident $100 $100 $75 (4 hours)

$100 (4 hours)