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7 City Council Special Work Session & Regular Meeting, 7:45 pm @ Council Chambers Card Making /Knitting/Crochet, 10 am Genealogy Research, 6 pm

8 Coffee/Conversation/Coloring, 9 am Knitting/Crochet Class, 10 am Toddler Time, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Dominos/Cards/Board Games 1 pm Hook, Yarn, & Needle, 2 pm Family Games Night, 6:30 pm

9 Coffee/Conversation/Coloring, 9 am Knitting/Crochet class, 10 am Card Making/Knitting/Crochet, 10 am PowerPoint Basics, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Job Seekers Class, 9 am- 1 pm PuzzleRama, Dominos/Cards/Board Games & Line Dancing, 1 pm Ping Pong, 1:30 pm Bilingual Family Storytime, 4 pm

10 Coffee/Conversation/ Coloring, 9 am Card Making/Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am Computer Training, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Family Movie Night, 6 pm

11 Coffee/Conversation/ Coloring, 9 am PowerPoint Basics, 10:30 am @ Library Card Making/Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am

12 Mother/Daughter Tea & Fashion Show, 11 am Book a Librarian, 9-10 am, 3 pm Family Storytime, 1 pm

13 Mother’s Day

14 Card Making/Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am Genealogy Research, 6:00 pm Special City Council Work Session & Council Meeting, 6:45 pm Canvass Votes for City Council District 4 at Council meeting

15 Coffee/Conversation/Coloring, 9 am Knitting/Crochet Class, 10 am Computer Training, 10:30 Toddler Time, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Dominos/Cards/Board Games 1 pm Hook, Yarn, & Needle, 2 pm Spring Break Movie, 4:00 pm Lancaster Genealogical Society Meeting, 6:45 pm

16 Cedar Valley College Food Pantry, 9:00 am Coffee/Conversation/Coloring, 9 am Knitting/Crochet class, 10 am Card Making/Knitting/Crochet, 10 am Word Basics, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Job Seekers Class, 9 am- 1 pm @ Library PuzzleRama, Dominos/Cards/Board Games & Line Dancing, 1 pm Ping Pong, 1:30 pm Family Storytime, 4 pm

17 Coffee/Conversation/ Coloring, 9 am Card Making/Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am Computer Training, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Teen Club Night-Video Game Night, 4 pm Dive In Movie, 7:30 pm @ Aquatics Center

18 Coffee/Conversation/ Coloring, 9 am Center Word Basics, 10:30 am Card Making/Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am Karaoke On The Fly, 1:30 pm

19 Book a Librarian, 9-10 am, 3 pm Family Storytime, 1 pm Beginning Juggling Class, 2:30 pm

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21 Card Making/ Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am Family Craft Night, 6:30 pm City Council Work Session, 7:00 pm @ Pump Station

22 State Primary Run Off Election Day Coffee/Conversation/Coloring, 9 am Job Seekers Class, 9 am- 1 pm Knitting/Crochet Class, 10 am Computer Training, 10:30 Toddler Time, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Dominos/Cards/Board Games 1 pm Hook, Yarn, & Needle, 2 pm Juggling Class, 4 pm

23 Coffee/Conversation/Coloring, 9 am Knitting/Crochet class, 10 am Card Making/Knitting/Crochet, 10 am Excel Basics, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Job Seekers Class, 9 am- 1 pm Ping Pong, 1:30 pm Family Storytime, 4 pm

24 Coffee/Conversation/ Coloring, 9 am Card Making/Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am Computer Training, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Poetry Night, 6:30 pm Public Safety Academy Class 1, 6:30 pm

25 Coffee/Conversation/ Coloring, 9 am Excel Basics, 10:30 am Card Making/Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am Summer Reading Club Registration Begins

26 Book a Librarian, 9-10 am, 3 pm Family Storytime, 1 pm Essential Oils Presentation, 3:00 pm Public Works WeekBooth at Home Depot, 9 am – 11 am

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28 Memorial Day Holiday – City offices closed

29 Coffee/Conversation/Coloring, 9 am Knitting/Crochet Class, 10 am Computer Training, 10:30 Toddler Time, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm Dominos/Cards/Board Games 1 pm Hook, Yarn, & Needle, 2 pm Crescent Medical Center Blood Pressure & Glucose Checks

30 Coffee/Conversation/Coloring, 9 am Job Seekers Class, 9 am- 1 pm Knitting/Crochet class, 10 am Card Making/Knitting/Crochet, 10 am Excel Basics, 10:30 am Book a Librarian, 12-4 pm PuzzleRama, Line Dancing, 1 pm @ Senior Life Center Ping Pong, 1:30 pm Family Storytime, 4 pm LISD Graduation, UTA College Park Center

31 Coffee/Conversation/ Coloring, 9 am Card Making/Knitting/ Crochet, 10 am Computer Training, 10:30 Last Day of School

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Green Text – Senior Life Center Activities Blue Text – Library Activities

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The month was named after the Greek Goddess of Fertility, Maia. One famous poet suggests that the name comes from the Latin word, "maiores" which means "elders".

No month other than May ever begins or ends on the same day of the week, in the same year. It may match with the months of the following year.

May is the month of Autumn in the Southern Hemisphere, and spring in the Northern Hemisphere.

Your City Council

Mayor Marcus E. Knight Mayor Pro Tem – Carol Strain Burk – District 1 Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Nina Morris – District 6 Councilmember District 2 – Stanley Jaglowski Councilmember District 3 – Marco Mejia Councilmember District 4 – Spencer Hervey Councilmember District 5 – Clyde C. Hairston

City Council Meetings • May 14, 2018

City Council Meeting

• May 21, 2018

Work Session

* Meetings are subject to change or be cancelled with notice.

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State Elections (Primary Run Off, Uniform)

May 14, 2018 – First day of Early Voting May 18, 2018 – Last day of Early Voting May 22, 2018 – Primary Run Off Election Day October 9, 2018 – Last day to register to vote for Uniform Election October 22, 2018 – First day of Early Voting

November 2, 2018 – last day of Early Voting November 6, 2018 – Uniform Election Day https://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/voter/2018important-election-dates.shtml 3

Mark your calendar May 12 May 13 May 17 May 22 May 26 May 28 May 31

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Mother/Daughter Tea & Fashion Show Mother’s Day Dive In Movie Primary Run Off Election Day Public Works Week – Home Depot Memorial Day – City Offices Closed LISD - Last Day of School

Dive In Movie Thursday, May 17, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. at the Aquatics Center.

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). For all ages!

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May 13th - 19th

May 21st – 27th

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

Citizens Public Safety Academy (CPSA) is designed for persons living in or working for the City of Lancaster who wish to learn more about the Lancaster Police and Fire Departments.

Participants are given the opportunity to have “hands on” demonstrations of emergency operations. 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!

Applicants for this academy will undergo personal background checks as part of the application process. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity; submit your application today at www.Lancaster-tx.com!

Registration is now for classes beginning on May 24, 2018.

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Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is committed to protecting the health and welfare of the communities they serve from mosquitoes and vector-borne disease. Residents experiencing a mosquito problem may call 214-819-2115 or go to http://www.dallas.leateamapps.com/PublicMap/ to set up a free service request.

Reduce the Risk of West Nile Virus As mosquito season is upon us, residents are strongly encouraged to take protective measures by utilizing the ‘4Ds’ to reduce the risk of West Nile Virus: DEET All Day, Every Day: Whenever you’re outside, use insect repellants that contain DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus.

DRESS: Wear long, loose and light-colored clothing outside.

DRAIN: Remove all areas of standing water in and around your home.

DUSK & DAWN: Limit outdoor activities during dusk and dawn hours when mosquitoes are most active.

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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!

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

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

Have questions? Please contact the City Secretary’s office at 972-218-1310, or via email at: citysecretary@Lancaster-tx.com For more information go to: www.Lancaster-tx.com HOME>GOVERNMENT>CITYCOUNCIL>BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

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BUYER & SELLER BEWARE If you like utilizing apps like Offer Up, Craigslist, 5miles or even Facebook Classified’s please follow a few safety precautions: 1. Meet the buyer/seller in a public place (Police Department parking lot or lobby), where there are cameras and good lighting.

2. Do not go to the home of another person unless absolutely necessary and if required, take a friend. Be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times.

3. Remember safety first at all times.

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Stay Safe CodeRED Weather Warning will alert citizens in the direct path of severe weather.

Alert Types Notifications will be sent out moments after a severe thunderstorm warning, tornado warning or flash flood warning has been issued by the National Weather Service. Only citizens in the immediate impact area will be alerted.

Caller ID You will know the call is from CodeRED Weather Warning when you see the telephone number 888-566-9780. If you would like to hear the last message delivered to your phone, simply dial the number back.

Privacy Your contact information will remain private and will only be used for severe weather alerts. You may also receive alerts in other areas that use CodeRED for community notifications. http://www.lancaster-tx.com/194/CodeRED-Emergency-Notifications

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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.

• 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.

A survey conducted in the Upper Trinity Basin reveals that 89% of North Texans still believe that industry is to blame for pollution in our waterways, not recognizing that their own daily activities contribute to water pollution.

What can I do to prevent Stormwater pollution?

We can all work together to reduce and prevent Stormwater pollution. Some activities are federal government responsibilities, such as ensuring that federal lands are properly managed to reduce soil erosion. Some are state responsibilities, for example, developing rules to govern certain activities to protect water bodies.

Others are best handled by your community, such as by developing zoning or erosion control ordinances. And each individual can play an important role by changing certain everyday habits. For example: Do not dispose of used cooking oil and grease by dumping it into the storm drain. Select native and adapted plants that require less water, fertilizer, and pesticides to thrive, making your yard a Texas SmartScape. By recycling litter and disposing of trash properly you can help keep it out of waterways. www.nctcog.org/envir/seeclean/stormwater/ 14

Lancaster Animal Shelter 690 E. Main Street Lancaster 972-218-1210

Doo The Right Thing!

Love your pet every day by committing to always pick up their waste and dispose of it properly. More on how pet waste affects you, your pet and our environment at DFWStormwater.com/PetWaste.

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

Avoid receiving a citation by taking the following precautions: 

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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 City of Lancaster to be "dog friendly areas", such as the Dog Park at City Park across the Golf course.

Did You Know?

Transportation Code Sec. 545.303 The Texas State Transportation Code States: (a) An operator who stops or parks on a twoway roadway shall do so with the right-hand wheels of the vehicle parallel to and within 18 inches of the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway. (b) An operator who stops or parks on a oneway roadway shall stop or park the vehicle parallel to the curb or edge of the roadway in the direction of authorized traffic movement with the right-hand wheels within 18 inches of the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway or left-hand wheels within 28 inches of the lefthand curb or edge of the roadway. This subsection does not apply where a local ordinance otherwise regulates topping or parking on the one-way roadway.

Did you know the City of Lancaster ordinance (Sec. 22.06.004) prohibits leaving or parking a motor vehicle, boat or other impediment on any public street or alley between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. within ten (10) feet of a mailbox, except a United States Postal Service vehicle, and except on Sundays and federal holidays.

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Cyber Safety Being online exposes us to cyber criminals and others who commit identity theft, fraud, and harassment. Every time we connect to the Internet—at home, at school, at work, or on our mobile devices—we make decisions that affect our cybersecurity. Emerging cyber threats require engagement from the entire American community to create a safer cyber environment—from government and law enforcement to the private sector and, most importantly, members of the public.

More information can be found at the Homeland Security website.

Lancaster Eyes and Ears Program (LEEP) The City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division is seeking volunteers to join the

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The LEEP program will primarily perform duties in the field identifying code violations for code officers to perform further investigation.

Essential duties and responsibilities: 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.

To join or for more information contact the City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division at 972-218-1200.

Download the NEW 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, and 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.

Lancaster residents can recycle reusable clothing, shoes, and housewares with free, curbside pick-up on their regular recycling collection day. Simply place your orange bags provided by Simple Recycling beside your recycling bin before 7:30 AM and they will take care of the rest, leaving behind replacement bags for your continued convenience. For a list of acceptable items, you can visit their website at www.simplerecycling.com. 19

Bulk Trash Schedule

When is your Bulk Trash Week?

Download the free Recycle Coach app from your app store, or go to the city website at http://www.lancastertx.com/1081/Interactive-Maps to determine your bulk trash week by entering your address.

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Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library 1600 Veterans Memorial Pkwy Lancaster, Texas 75134

LIBRARY HOURS Monday – Thursday: 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. Fridays: 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Saturdays: 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

www.lancaster-tx.com

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Family Craft Night Monday, May 21 at 6:30 p.m.

Make a take-home craft as a family, all supplies are provided.

Summer Reading Club Read and Win Prizes!

Registration begins Friday, May 25 Kick Off Party Saturday, June 2 at 3 p.m.

Griot Story Telling with Afiah Bey

Juggling Classes Saturday, May 19th, 2:30 p.m.

Tuesday, May 22nd, 4:00 p.m.

The class is designed for beginners but is open to jugglers of all skill levels!

Materials will be provided. Ages 6 and up.

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Job Seeker Class Series Tuesdays, May 22nd, June 12th, and July 31st 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway

May Computer Classes Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

May 16th & 18th – Word Basics May 23rd & 25th – Excel Basics May 30th – Excel Basics

Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway 972-227-1080

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EBooks at the Library Did you get a new tablet recently? Learn how to get new eBooks on your digital device using your library card! The collection has both ePub and Blio formats.

Library card holders will be able to check out books from home using a Kindle Fire, Kindle HD, Android, iPad, iPod, and iPhone, Nook, Sony or Kobo by using the Blio App or the AxisReader App.

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EBooks for Children with Tumblebooks Fun eBooks for elementary age children. Read and watch animated stories from a laptop, desktop, IOS (iPad & iPhone), Android or other eReader device. Learning is fun in the cloud. Come see for yourself.

Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway 972-227-1080

Hook, Yarn, & Needle Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m.

Join us for the knit and crochet group. All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own supplies.

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Senior Life Center

Senior Life Center Special Programming - May 2018 Monday, May 14th Tuesday, May 15th Thursday, May 17th Friday, May 18th Tuesday, May 22nd Wednesday, May 16th Thursday, May24th Monday, May 28th Tuesday, May 29th Thursday, May 31st

10:00 a.m. Movie Monday 10:30 a.m. Programs/Special Events 10:30 a.m. Bingo with Cigna HealthSpring 1:30 p.m. Karaoke On The Fly 10:30 a.m. “Bricks and Breakfast” Play Well 11:00 a.m. ZUMBA with Uptown Brown 12:45 p.m. Senior Outing, Walmart Memorial Day – City offices closed 10:30 a.m. Tuesday Topic 10:30 a.m. Breakfast Bingo with Humana

* Programs are subject to change or be cancelled.

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Senior Life Center Ongoing Programs Monday-Friday Tuesday Thursday Mon, Wed, Fri Tues, Thur Thursday Tue, Thur Tue, Wed Mon, Wed Tue, Thur Monday-Thursday Wednesday Wednesday

9:00 a.m.

Coffee/Conversation/Coloring 10:00 a.m. Knitting and Crochet Class 10:00 a.m. Card Making/Knitting/Crochet 10:30 a.m. Senior Walking Club 10:30 a.m. Computer Training Class 11:45 a.m. Lifetime of Legacies 1:00 p.m.

Reading/Sewing/Quilting 1:00 p.m.

Dominoes/Cards/Board Games 1:00 p.m.

PuzzleRama 1:30 p.m.

Croquet 1:30 p.m.

Ping Pong 1:30 p.m.

Vision 2 (Senior Singing Group)

By Appointment “Wellness Wednesday”

“Wellness Wednesdays” engage our growing community of senior citizens. At the Recreation Center each Wednesday we feature healthy drinks or snacks to taste with the recipe to take home. Fitness assessments are offered to all members and those seeking to get back on the path to Wellness. There is no fee for an initial assessment, which takes about 45 minutes, and can be scheduled for later dates.

For only $20 a month Lancaster residents can take advantage of our well-equipped fitness atrium, or fitness swim ($15 a month), or enjoy our indoor walking track or workout on their own with our state of the art Well Beats Program. Instructor classes are also available at an additional charge. * Programs are subject to change or be cancelled.

Lancaster Senior Center 240 Veterans Memorial Parkway 972-218-3780

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Dallas Area Agency on Aging Benefits Counseling Monday, May 14, 2018 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Lancaster Senior Life Center 240 Veterans Memorial Parkway Benefits specialists provide individual counseling in order to help seniors and caregivers understand programs such as Social Security, Supplemental Security income, Medicare & Medicaid.

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Do you need a Toll Tag? Toll tags are available for purchase from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 211 N. Henry Street, Lancaster, TX 75146. You must complete your application online before we can issue the tag. Online applications must be completed through the City of Lancaster website at www.lancaster-tx.com.

National Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) customer service centers are located at the following locations: Dallas: 39025 LBJ Service Road Fort Worth: 4825 Overton Ridge Blvd., Suite 304 Grand Prairie opening spring 2018: 5524 S. State Highway 360 Irving: 5555 President George Bush Turnpike Plano: 5900 W. Plano Parkway

Important Numbers

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Lancaster Regional Airport

972-227-5721

Animal Services

972-218-1210

Building Inspections/Code Compliance

972-218-1200

Texas State Auxiliary Museum

972-218-3790

City Hall

972-218-1300

Country View Golf course

972-227-0995

County Health Dept (Immunizations)

214-819-1800

County Tax Office

214-653-7811

Development Services

972-218-1200

Driver’s License Office

469-272-9301

Economic Development Facility Rentals

972-218-1314 972-218-3706

Fire (Non-Emergency)

972-218-2600

City Career Opportunities

972-218-1794

Senior Life Center

972-218-3780

Library

972-227-1080

LISD Administration

972-218-1400

Municipal Court

972-218-1334

Outreach Center

972-227-0138

Recreation Center

972-218-3700

Parks Division

972-218-3709

Planning & Zoning

972-218-1240

Public Works

972-275-2324

Volunteer Opportunities

972-218-3706

Water/Utility Billing

972-218-1328

Water/Sewer Repair

972-218-2324

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