Life Connected. Magazine | July - August 2023

Life Connected.

MEET MAYOR RYAN TUBBS

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To our residents and friends of Celina:

A NOTE from the Mayor CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS

I am so glad you are taking time to enjoy Life Connected., the official magazine of the City of Celina. With our hometown shining as one of the most exciting places to live, work, and raise a family, this edition will offer you endless opportunities to connect with one of the most dynamic cities in the United States. In this edition, you can experience recent events, read about upcoming plans, and find endless opportunities to become involved in a community with a vibrant past, an exciting present, and a robust future. If you are new here, we welcome you.

Please take time to carefully read about all of our exciting events for the summer, updates on upcoming developments and new businesses, and introductions to the people and milestones upon which we are building. As a new mayor, I am humbled for you to read about my vision and values for holding to our treasured past while diligently building and developing our city as we grow in an unprecedented way. These are some of the most exciting times in our city’s rich history, and I hope you will look for ways to engage with us as we take every step towards our brightest tomorrows.

As we journey together through this monumental season, my every hope is that we can do so in the same unified spirit that has defined our community since our humble beginnings over a century ago. The vision and values that have made Celina great across the generations are as alive today as ever before. We stand on the precipice of an incomparable future, and we do so on the shoulders of a rich and storied past that has laid the groundwork for this moment in time.

As you soak up the information in our Life Connected. Magazine, you will find a place where you and your family may intentionally become a part of our remarkable story as it is being written. Again, please take time to read the stories of our past, present, and future in this magazine. In doing so, you will quickly understand why Celina is one of the most sought-after places in Texas, and thus in the country. Our City officials and those of us elected to serve are here to help you engage in what we call Life Connected

My hope is that you will not only live or work here, but that you will immerse yourself in this community in a way that helps shape the legacy we are building. On behalf of our City Council and the amazing men and women who support the work before us, we look forward to experiencing these summer months with you. Please take a moment to say hello when we are out in the community and let us know if we can make your time here better in any way.

From my family to yours, have a wonderful and safe summer.

Ryan Tubbs

Celina Mayor

Philip Ferguson PLACE 1

Jay Pierce MAYOR PRO TEM, PLACE 2

Andy Hopkins PLACE 3

Wendie Wigginton

DEPUTY MAYOR PRO TEM, PLACE 4

Mindy Koehne PLACE 5

Tony Griggs PLACE 6

City Council Highlights

Proclamations

The Development Services Department was presented with a Proclamation declaring May as Building Safety Month.

Assistant Chief Brent Brown was presented with a Proclamation from Mayor Pro Tem Jay Pierce declaring May 14 – 20 as National Police Week.

The Public Works Department was presented with a Proclamation declaring May 21 – 27 as National Public Works Week.

MEETING INFORMATION

The City of Celina is a “Home-Rule Municipality” governed by a Mayor and six City Council members who are elected by the residents. City Council Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:00 PM inside City Council Chambers located at 112 N. Colorado St in Celina.

All City Council Meeting agendas are posted at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act. Each meeting is livestreamed and recorded for those who cannot attend. Streaming information and agenda packets can be found online at www.celina-tx.gov/citycouncil.

Ryan Tubbs took the Oath-of-Office and was sworn in as Celina Mayor at the City Council Special Meeting.

Wendie Wigginton took the Oath-of-Office after she was re-elected to her seat in Place 4 on the Celina City Council.

The Celina Economic Development Corporation gave a presentation to City Council on Celina’s process to becoming a Texas Film-Friendly City.

Mindy Koehne took the Oath-of-Office after she was re-elected to her seat in Place 5 on the Celina City Council.

Dunaway Associates gave a presentation on the final concept for the Wilson Creek Park Master Plan.

RESIDENT RESOURCES

UTILITY SERVICE

BILL PAYMENT OPTIONS

Phone: (877) 216-4105 ($1.25 processing fee)

Online: www.municipalpayments.com/celinatx ($1.25 processing fee)

Auto Draft: Fill out the auto draft form and submit to the Utility Billing Department. Visit www.celina-tx.gov to download the form.

In-Person/Mail: Mail or pay in-person at 142 N. Ohio St, Celina, TX

MYCELINAH20

Monitor your water usage and set up alerts online!

Set up your account today at mycelinah20.com

BRUSH AND BULKY TRASH is available as a twice-a-month service through Waste Connections.

THREE WAYS TO SCHEDULE A PICKUP:

Phone: (469) 452-8000

Online: www.wasteconnections.com

Wasteconnect App available on Google Play or Apple App Store

SCAN TO SET UP YOUR TRASH PICK-UP DAY

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RESIDENT DASHBOARD

This interactive dashboard allows citizens to learn more about City of Celina services for their specific address!

Click on the search box in the upper right corner and type in an address.

Once an address is entered, please select from the drop down options to identify which address you would like to select.

Once an address is selected, the map will automatically zoom to the searched address and display different information for that property such as: HOA contract information, ISD information, Code & Health Officer information, whether the property is in City Limits or not, and Waste Collection pickup day.

CELINA BUSINESS DIRECTORY

The Celina Business Directory is a growing list of local businesses to help you find professional services, retail and restaurants in Celina. This directory is a free resource from the Celina EDC in collaboration with Bludot.

Celina business directory listings are updated directly by business owners. Find current business information, photos, specials, and more within each business profile.

Discover Celina businesses quickly using the search bar feature. Utilize the filter, area, and category sections of the directory to narrow your search.

Businesses listed in the Celina Business Directory are exclusive to Celina, TX. The directory is the best way to keep up with all new businesses moving in.

Easily find business location through the map view.

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SCAN TO VIEW CELINA BUSINESSES OR ADD YOUR OWN!

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Ryan Tubbs

Q: Would you provide our readers with a quick biographical sketch of Ryan Tubbs—where you grew up, where you went to school, who/when you married, kids, church, work?

My wife and I had the privilege of growing up here in North Texas. I was the youngest in the family to an older brother and sister. My parents were hard-working role models for my siblings and me. My dad worked for UPS, and my mom had several jobs across the years, but she thrived the most taking care of us kids. I met my wife, Carmen in 2006, through a mutual friend, when I was a junior at North Garland High School. After we graduated from high school, I attended Richland College and Carmen attended SMU.

In 2013, just after Carmen’s graduation, I married my high school sweetheart and the love of my life. Soon after, we bought a home in Allen and had our first baby girl. In 2017, when our second daughter was on the way, we moved to Celina to raise our family in a community with which we could grow and that was a safe area with great schools. Our daughters, Aria and Cora, are now 7 and 5, respectively. My family faithfully attends Rock Creek Church where our mission is to help people meet and follow Jesus. Carmen works for Salt & Light Laundry Services, and I am an IT Manager for American National Bank of Texas based over in Terrell, Texas.

The place first caught our eye, but the people quickly caught our hearts.”

Q: Can you talk about the people, the place and the values of Celina that attracted you and your family to live and lead here?

Having spent our lives in North Texas, my wife and I knew we wanted to settle our family in a community in this area that had a rich heritage, was known for public safety, had excellent schools and churches, and a place where neighbors knew and cared about each other. When we first visited Celina, we realized that we had found our spot in North Texas that met every criteria.

The place first caught our eye, but the people quickly caught our hearts. The more folks we got to know, and the more friends we made, we realized not only does Celina have a rich and strong heritage, but our family shared the deep values and convictions entrenched here. Since the day we arrived, we have never looked back, and I can’t see a day where we would ever want to live anywhere else. It’s always a beautiful day in Celina!

Q: The title of Mayor of Celina is a high and honorable one. With that title, however, comes the great weight and responsibility of leadership. What was it about the office and the huge responsibility that accompanies it that captured your interest to pursue your new role?

When we moved to Celina and recognized the incredible character of this community, I immediately wanted to immerse myself and my family here. I began volunteering with my HOA and looking for any and every way to be involved. I actively sought opportunities to meet as many people and serve in as many places as I could.

I recognized quickly that this City really had so much potential, even as growth and developments multiplied around us. I began attending Planning & Zoning Meetings, council meetings, and watching and listening around the community. Along the way, I began to feel a stirring—a calling—to lead here. I sought the counsel of my wife and our trusted friends and I prayed about where I would best be able to lead and make an impact, and I filed to run for mayor. It is a high and noble calling, and I believe that if I’m diligent to continue to seek wise counsel and remain grounded in my faith, I can make a positive mark during my time of service.

Q: If you had to identify a handful of priorities that you believe are the most important to address—and for which you will one day be remembered as mayor—what would those highest priorities be for you?

Frankly, I think back to those initial components that my wife and I sought when we fell in love with Celina, and those really will help define my priorities, and hopefully my legacy long after my time as mayor concludes. First, I want to prioritize maintaining our strong heritage, no matter how much growth and development we experience. Our historic Square, our iconic water tower, our hometown traditions, our historic values, our long-standing support of our schools, and the spirit of Celina that really defines us all must be preserved. Every decision the Council and I make should always compliment these defining characteristics.

Secondly, I want to work to maintain the impeccable reputation of our public safety professionals and make sure that they always have everything they need—ahead of the growth—to give comfort and security to families who live here and businesses who invest here. Also, we will work to forever continue the high level of mutual respect shared between our public safety officials and the community. The continued expansion of facilities, personnel, and equipment will always be a highest priority. Thirdly, I want to work with our Economic Development Corporation to continue to attract and incentivize small and large businesses. While we will work with and welcome large national chains to the community, this community must always strengthen and support small businesses that are here and those that might consider coming to Celina. Another critical priority is to partner with school officials in Celina to make sure our administrators, teachers, coaches, staff, and students know that their City loves and supports them and will work together in whatever capacity possible to continue this great relationship that has always been enjoyed between our City and schools.

Q: We hear so much talk about growth and development as it literally happens all across Celina’s footprint. What is your approach to growth and development, and what should the city focus on, most critically, to position us for sustainability in these next couple of decades while Celina builds-out?

For cities like Celina that are experiencing significant growth, it is important to focus on sustainable development that balances economic growth with environmental and social considerations. This means having a long-term vision for development that considers the needs of future generations as well as the current population.

To position Celina for sustainability in the next couple of decades, the City should focus on several key areas: transportation, infrastructure, parks and trails, and community engagement. In doing so, the City can position itself for sustainable growth and a high quality of life for its residents in the years to come.

Q: Celina has a massive footprint, but it has the heart of a “Mayberry, USA” type of community. Is it possible to grow to the population estimates but to maintain the heart of this community that the people have cherished for generations?

I would have never moved my family here and would have never embarked on running for mayor if I didn’t believe it is completely possible to maintain the heart of our Celina, even as we grow towards the projections before us. While we are pioneering growth never before seen here, we must always remember that everything we do is on the shoulders of those who have lived, loved, and built this community into who we are today. I am committed to guarding the heart and soul of this community, and though the growth is inevitable, I will never waiver on holding true to our heritage. Many communities have handled their growth well; some have not. I love this place too much to sacrifice our incredible heritage at the altar of progress. We will grow, and we will forever guard the heart of Celina.

Q: Let’s stay on the topic of our heritage. Celina is a special place. Our history and the giants who built and paved the way for the community we know and experience and love today are deeply admired and highly esteemed. As mayor, many in the community will expect that the history and heritage are carefully guarded. As mayor, how will you work to embrace this beautiful past while leading through the robust future before us?

Getting to know the people who have built the place is a high priority of mine, especially in these early days of my time as mayor. We have a heritage museum with pictures and artifacts and great people that all tell the Celina story. We have residents living here in their 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and beyond who have not only resided here all those years but have been pillars in the community for decades. The Council and I need to talk with them, hear their stories, look for ways to honor them, and then build and develop in a way that they would be proud and a way that honors their legacy. I love the historical articles in each issue of this magazine that also tell the great stories of our past. I think one of the wisest ways to build our future is to do so with a firm understanding of from where we have come.

Q: So much of our storied history is wrapped up in generations of residents and civic officials who worked tirelessly with our school leaders to create an inextricable link between the success of the City and the success of our schools, teachers, coaches, students, teams, etc. Are you prepared to continue to work to maintain this historical partnership with our school leaders?

While I have been blessed with the high honor of being Celina’s mayor, the highest honor my wife and I share is that of being parents. There will never be anything more important to me than maintaining the best relationship with our schools and their leaders. We do have a glorious relationship with our schools, as I was reminded just weeks ago when I attended the raising of our state championship flag at Bobcat Stadium. I want families that move here to do so because our schools are phenomenal, and they are celebrated and beloved by the City.

I understand some have been critical over my recognition of the fact that kids within Celina’s boundaries now attend one of two school districts. Unfortunately, I wasn’t around decades ago when school district boundaries were being drawn, or we might have all been wearing the same colors. Interestingly, when those boundaries were being drawn, students within our current city boundaries, back in those days, attended multiple schools. Celina ISD had a high school downtown. Then there was a school that wasn’t a Celina ISD School where the current Celina High School sits. Another school in an old county district was over near Weston. So many of those students and families all loved each other, loved their traditions, and still shared this community. I expect nothing less now. We will always celebrate the Celina Bobcats. The tower will light orange after every state championship, and the homecoming parade will go through our historic downtown. As for the other half of our students living in Celina but zoned to a Prosper ISD school, we will love and celebrate their achievements. They are Celina kids, and they, too, deserve our support. But, as I have mentioned, I am huge on honoring our heritage, and that heritage is inextricably linked to Celina’s schools, to the championships, and to the many memories, and I will work tirelessly to support and celebrate Celina ISD and the young people they are preparing to serve as the leaders of tomorrow.

Q: Finally, Mayor, we have just completed a very hard-fought, emotional, and close-to-the-finish political season in Celina. It seems that through each cycle, these elections become more heated and emotionally-charged. Some have said over the past few cycles that Celina feels like it is becoming a divided community. How do you plan to grow forward, build unity, and lead and serve our entire community—from our longest and deepest-rooted residents to our newest neighbors?

The race I ran and won was very close, and supporters of both candidates worked hard to get their candidate elected. As has been the trend in national and statewide elections over the past few cycles, we experienced here more of the divisiveness that sometimes accompanies elections. Following every election, emotions take time to settle, as the work of the elected officers continues.

My deepest convictions center around the fact that I was elected the Mayor of Celina, not just the mayor of those who agree with me and say nice things about me. People who supported my opponent love Celina. People who voted for me love Celina. I now have the task of leading us all forward to the greatest and brightest days for our City. For me, this isn’t a career—it is a calling. For however long I’m allowed by the voters to lead this great City, I will represent anyone who has a heart to see Celina enjoy our finest days.

We will celebrate victories together, and we will walk through challenges together. I will never lead “this Celina” or “that Celina.” There is one Celina—a place and people on the shoulders of our glorious past, enjoying this exciting present, and wisely walking toward our robust future. We can and should do that as a unified community. While we may have differences in the way we vote or voice our concerns, our values and our love for this incomparable Celina are shared, and that should propel us to the most memorable days in this history book that continues to be written.

CELINA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

NEW BUSINESS

• Frisco Feeding & Speech Therapy 1580 W. Frontier Pkwy #110

• Prosper North Animal Medical Center 1580 W. Frontier Pkwy #130

• Cook Children’s Pediatric Clinic 545 S. Preston Rd #100

• Blossom Pediatric Dentistry 1640 W. Frontier Pkwy #150

• YS Taekwondo – Relocation 695 N. Preston Rd #160

• AT&T Cellular 525 S. Preston Rd #100

ICSC LAS VEGAS SHOW

Alexis Jackson, Executive Director, and Melissa Thomas, Marketing Manager, attended the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) Las Vegas Show as exhibitors alongside members of the Celina City Council and EDC Board in May. The Celina EDC met with retailers at the event to discuss development opportunities in Celina.

M c CARROLL NAMED EDC COORDINATOR

McCarroll graduated Magna Cum Laude from Liberty University in May with a bachelor’s degree in finance and economics. During his time at Liberty, McCarroll was the founding member of the Real Estate Club and later served as the Treasurer.

• Feng Cha 1590 W. Frontier Pkwy #110

• Bliss Beauty Bar Aesthetics 3248 S. Preston Rd #130

• Granny’s Bakery 401 W. Pecan St

• Achieving Milestones Pediatric Therapy, PLLC – Relocation 200 N. New Mexico Dr

• 7-Eleven 3608 S. Dallas Pkwy

• Daylight Donuts 1640 W. Frontier Pkwy #120

• Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids 1640 W. Frontier Pkwy #110

• Monarch Veterinary Clinic 2730 S. Preston Rd #100

• AquaKids 1590 W. Frontier Pkwy #130

The Celina EDC welcomed Joshua McCarroll as its new EDC Coordinator after spending the summer of 2022 serving as an intern with the corporation.

CONNECTED TO OUR PAST

Chances are, if a resident or visitor in Celina has never experienced the Celina Area Heritage Association & Museum, they have undoubtedly walked past it, as they made their way to the historic Downtown Square. One of the finest and most visited gems in downtown, the museum opens the floodgates of this community’s storied past and gives locals a chance to immerse themselves in the Celina story. Historic photographs, special exhibits, volumes of books, war memorabilia from the town’s service men and women, and artifacts unique to the region fill the building that once housed The Celina Record, the paper that served the area since its earliest days of incorporation. For those who have yet to stop by, a visit will further solidify one’s love for this place and the pioneers who paved the way for the Celina that many know and love today.

Step inside the door and say hello to Ms. Joyce who joyfully greets everyone who comes inside and who never forgets to tell a few stories and ask her visitors to sign the guestbook. In the welcome area are wonderful photos from Celina’s yesteryear, some books available for purchase, and the grand entryway into the greatest living history book for which any community could wish.

Entering into the great room, visitors will see the actual massive oak teller desk that adorned the lobby of one of Celina’s earliest banks. Banking and accounting machines, an old safe, and financial record books logging the bank’s transactions from decades ago can be viewed. The brick walls that stand tall above the room are nestled against an old, exterior wall of a car service facility. Much of the plaster that was used to cover the bricks has been removed, and history buffs love the old painted advertisement that was discovered during the removal.

Standing before each visitor are bookshelves that hold collections of some of the most carefully written and published historical documents about Celina’s past. There are reminiscences written by residents from the earliest days of the last century. Biographical sketches and memoirs of brave heroes who served in our nation’s wars can be read. Occasionally, one or two of those heroes will stop by and say hello, bringing the stories to life. Volumes of cemetery records that were painstakingly kept for the internments that took place in cemeteries around the community for generations are in the books resting on those shelves. Guests can read the

life stories and learn about the families of every pioneer family as presented in those records. Furthermore, yearbooks from Celina ISD trace back nearly a century, allowing students and educators here today to connect with the predecessors they will never know.

Seasonally, artifacts from the Celina Bobcats’ state championship seasons can be viewed. Game programs, letter jackets, megaphones, and state championship rings from many of the eight title seasons are enshrined to remember the teams of the past and inspire the teams of the future. Groups of children who come annually to the museum with their school classes especially love the tributes and artifacts representing the legacy of the Bobcats.

Along the walls and into the hallway are authentic World War II posters and artifacts carefully preserved by folks in Celina who served or had loved ones who did. Community quilts, stitched by generations of ladies who lived in and loved Celina are encased near one of the highlights of the museum—the original printing press of The Celina Record with the typesetting tools, picture plates, and other necessary

printing materials still chillingly sitting as if a new paper could be printed the next day. There is a farming exhibit just beyond the press room. Locals who made their living farming the fertile nearby lands that once were uninhabited donated tools and equipment and clothing from eras gone by. Look around carefully enough, and artifacts from the blacksmith shop can be seen, as well. The shop still stands today and was most recently the home of the Carmela Winery.

Stepping into the other great room in the museum’s wellappointed space, visitors will find even more priceless pieces from the past. Furniture from pioneer homes, pews and a pulpit from churches long-gone, a restored original barber chair, military uniforms from hometown heroes, stained glass windows that once stood in honor or memory of family members, antique telephones, and so many other fascinating artifacts help every visitor connect to the rich heritage that every Celina resident shares today. A “then and now” wall really helps make the connection, as old photos hang next to more recent ones—pictures taken from similar angles at the same places, from that era and this one.

While not open to the general public, the museum contains a resource room with filing cabinets full of thousands of photographs and paper items from the earliest days of the community. In this room, museum board members voluntarily work tirelessly to scan old copies of the Celina Record, while assisting special guests conducting research on the area and offering them access to items not normally displayed in the museum.

Perhaps one of the richest treasures this museum offers is the voluminous collection of The Celina Record newspapers that are available online, free to the public. Few residents might realize that every paper printed between 1911 and 1994, that is still in the possession of the museum, is available at celinamuseum.com. Few communities can boast of such a digital collection as this. Also available online at no charge to the reader is every digital biographical sketch and reminiscence of Celina’s war heroes from the hard copies housed in the museum’s collection.

The museum is open on Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. On Saturdays, guests can visit from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Admission is free; however, donations are always gratefully accepted to cover the expenses associated with its operation and upkeep. The museum’s mission statement, adopted in 1999, best summarizes their passion for preserving the past while pioneering towards the future: “Out of love for our community, respect for our founders, and for the purpose of educating current and future generations, we will research and preserve our rich heritage and document the continuing present.” That, they do. And for generations of Celina residents wanting to encounter the glorious chapters from this city’s past and its people now gone, the Celina Area Heritage Association & Museum is the best place to dig into roots that helped bloom a community that, today, is Life Connected.

Sharing

the Stories that Connect Our Community

Life in Celina is the official community podcast of Celina, Texas. Hosted by motivational speaker and author Drew Myers, the Life in Celina Podcast is a storytelling podcast through the eyes of the residents that make our community so special. The podcast regularly shares the stories behind the amazing people, businesses, and groups that make Celina home. It’s aimed to inspire our residents to live a Life Connected

Since its first episode in January 2020, Life in Celina has accumulated a library of over 100-plus stories from those who connect our community. Life in Celina can be heard twice a month and can be found wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Previous guests have included:

• Punk Carter, Legendary Horseman

• Bill Elliott, Celina Head Football Coach

• Brian Fleming, Celina Resident and War Hero

• Rachel Baty, Owner of Annie Jack

• Torii Hunter, Former Major League Baseball Player

• Ryan Merritt, Former Major League Baseball Player

• Dr. Tom Maglisceau, Celina ISD Superintendent

• Natalie Imhoff, Owner of Buff City Soap

• City of Celina Residents

• City of Celina Council Members & City Staff

• … and many more!

Most recent guests include:

• Mindy Koehne, City Council member

• Capt. Justin Beamis & Jacob Talley, Firefighter

• Cory & Remy Yow, Celina residents

Listen now at lifeincelina.com/podcasts or on your favorite podcast platform.

STREET & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS

The Celina Public Works Department began its Annual Street Maintenance Project in June. These projects are expected to be completed by the end of September.

ROADWAY REHABILITATIONS

CRACK SEALING

CIP

Road improvements that will repair portions of the existing pavements to reset the deterioration process. The Public Works Department will be focusing on the following areas:

• Falcon Ct, Falcon Rd, and Ascot Pl

• County Road 134

• Lake Dr

• Saddle Horn Ct

• Bridle Bend

The Public Works Department will Crack Seal over 40,000 linear feet along Heritage and Preston 455 where they will put an adhesive sealant into cracks in the concrete to prevent the infiltration of moisture and non-compressible materials.

ROAD & SIDEWALK PANEL REPLACEMENTS

The Public Works Department identified several areas throughout Celina that would need to go through the concrete panel replacement process. In these areas, the concrete from the road is removed with heavy machinery then the area is prepped and ready for new concrete. The crew will make any necessary upgrades to the area before the new concrete is poured. Concrete Panel Replacement will occur in the following area:

• Tolleson Estates

• Winn Rd

• Heritage Trail

• Greenway Ave

• Preston 455

• Sycamore St

Sidewalk Panel Replacements follow a very similar process as our roads. Once the areas are identified, the crew will remove all of the damaged sidewalk panels, make any necessary repairs, and pour new concrete. Sidewalk Panel Replacements are scheduled in the following developments:

• Carter Ranch

• Heritage

• Greenway

• Mustang Lakes

• Sutton Fields

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FACILITY UPDATES

Downtown Inner Loop

Downtown Patio Project

Water Storage Tanks

Police Headquarters

Fire Station #3

Ralph O’Dell Senior Center

CELINA PUBLIC LIBRARY

CELINA PUBLIC LIBRARY MASTER PLAN

The Celina Public Library Master Plan is almost here! In consultation with the Library Board, Parks Board, Community Leaders, Community Stakeholders, and staff, the City has embarked on a journey to find out what the priorities are in our future library. The final product of our efforts will be a plan that outlines best practices and the next steps that will enhance Celina’s Public Library system. This Master Plan seeks to be comprehensive, actionable, forward-thinking, and develops creative space planning recommendations to allow the library to respond to community needs, desires, and goals from now through the year 2040!

The Master Plan recommends spaces that allow the Celina Public Library to meet the standards and community needs for space, collection, study rooms, and technology based on data and extensive community input gathered throughout the process. The vision of the Celina Public Library is to be a premier participant in the development of an enriched, informed, and connected community that lives, grows, works, and plays in a quality hometown environment.

ON THE SAME PAGE BOOK CLUB

If you follow the Celina Public Library on social media, you may have seen that the Library has started a monthly Book Club. “On the Same Page” is an adultsonly Book Club that meets on the first Tuesday at 10:00 AM and first Thursday at 6:30 PM of the month in the Library. Come join us for our July read (August discussion) where the group will be reading Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano.

SUMMER READING PROGRAM SCHEDULE

The Summer Reading Program begins at 11:00 AM at the Celina Public Library.

JULY 11

Celina Fire Department

JULY 18

Gregg Ka-zam! (Magician)

JULY 25

Krithika Subramanian Mukund (Classic Indian Dancing)

JULY 28

End of Summer Reading Party (Certificates will be awarded at a future City Council Meeting)

Wilson Creek Park will be Celina’s next big park!

Dunaway, who has been tasked with developing Wilson Creek Park, presented the Final Master Plan to the Celina City Council during its June Meeting. Wilson Creek Park, which will be located at Roseland Pkwy and the future Sunset Blvd, will incorporate some unique natural features into the overall design of the approximately 100-acre park.

Since September 2022, the Parks & Recreation has been working closely with Dunaway to gather feedback from the Celina residents about what they would like to see in the park. With over 1,000 online responses and 455 written responses, Dunaway was able to look through the information to create a final master plan that will fit the needs of the Celina residents.

The final Wilson Creek Park Master Plan includes:

• Diamond Sports Fields

• Multi-Use Sports Fields

• Amphitheater

• Dog Park

• Pond

• Splash Pads

• 1.5-Mile Trail Loop

• Court Sports

• Pavilion and Playgrounds

• Future Fire Station Site

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THINGS TO DO Around Celina

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Meet the Mayor

9:00 AM | Lucy’s on the Square

Join Mayor Ryan Tubbs along with members of Celina City Council for Meet the Mayor on Friday, July 7, at 9:00 AM at Lucy’s on the Square. Come out and engage, ask questions and hear directly from our City leadership.

Friday Night Market

6:00 – 9:00 PM | Downtown Square 7/7

Friday Night Market is a great way to get outside, shop local, eat delicious food, and listen to live music – all held in Celina’s Downtown Square. Friday Night Market features a fantastic variety of vendors with something for everyone. Make sure to #ShopLocal and support our homemade, handmade, and homegrown vendors. July’s musical guest will be Scotty Schafer. Visit lifeincelinatx.com/fnm for more information.

Splash & Blast

5:00 – 10:00 PM | Old Celina Park

Splash & Blast presented by Champion Waste & Recycling Services is Celina’s Biggest Backyard Bash of the Summer!

Immerse yourself in live music with the talented looping musician Jett Platt, indulge in the country classics played by Neon Prophets, and dance the night away to the beats of our headliner, Extended Play.

This family-friendly outdoor event is FREE to the public and features a large Kids Zone with water slides, foam pits, rock wall, and new this year, the Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course! Our patriotic celebration will conclude with an incredible Fireworks Show! Visit lifeincelinatx.com/splash for more information.

7/11

City Council Meeting

5:00 PM | City Council Chambers

Celina City Council Meetings occur on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:00 PM in the City Council Chambers located at 112 N. Colorado St. City Council Meetings are livestreamed and recorded. Visit www.celina-tx.gov/livestream

7/21

Music Night on the Square

7:30 PM | Downtown Square

Music Night on the Square presented by Sinacola is a free live music series held on Celina’s Downtown Square. Feel free to dance on the Square or bring chairs and blankets to get cozy while you listen to great local music. Come hungry, Celina’s Downtown shops and eateries will be open for you to grab a bite to go. Attendees are welcome (and encouraged) to order take-out from any of our local restaurants and bars for your enjoyment during the concert. Escape will be this month’s featured musical performers, and this powerhouse group is the premier Journey tribute band in North Texas. Visit lifeincelinatx.com/music for more information.

Clean Sweep

8:00

The City’s Public Works Department puts together three Clean Sweep events during the calendar. On July 29, the City will host its summer Clean Sweep event where residents are invited to bring their bulk trash, household hazardous waste items, and more for disposal. This event is open to all Celina residents with proof of residency.

Friday Night Market

6:00 – 9:00 PM | Downtown Square 8/4

Friday Night Market is a great way to get outside, shop local, eat delicious food, and listen to live music – all held in Celina’s Downtown Square. Friday Night Market features a fantastic variety of vendors with something for everyone. Make sure to #ShopLocal and support our homemade, handmade, and homegrown vendors. August’s musical guest will be Hannah Hokit. Visit lifeincelinatx.com/fnm for more information.

City Council Meeting

8/8

PM | City Council Chambers

Celina City Council Meetings occur on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:00 PM in the City Council Chambers located at 112 N. Colorado St. City Council Meetings are livestreamed and recorded. Visit www.celina-tx.gov/livestream

Movie Night on the Square

7:00 PM; Movie starts at sundown | Downtown Square 8/18

Reminiscent of an outdoor drive-in theater, our Movie Nights on the Square presented by Sinacola features a massive inflatable screen with seating on the bleachers, or bring a blanket and sit on the lawn.

Prior to the movie, each evening includes select vendors offering food and beverages and theater-style popcorn brought to you by Cody Paxman State Farm. In addition, each event includes a free Kids Zone courtesy of JEB Homes and Supreme Lending Dallas with rotating activities, such as costumed characters, bounce houses, games, and crafts. August’s movie will be Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.

In addition event event includes a free Kids Zone courtesy of JEB Homes and Supreme Lending Dallas with rotating activities, such as costumed characters, bounce houses, games, and crafts. Visit lifeincelinatx.com/movienight for more information.

The City of Celina hosts Friday Night Market presented by REX Real Estate on the first Friday of each month on the Downtown Square from 6:00 – 9:00 PM. These free-to-attend Markets offer a great way to get outside, shop local, eat delicious food, and listen to live music. Over 60 vendors proudly promote their homemade, handmade, and homegrown items.

Reminiscent of an outdoor drive-in theater, our free Movie Night on the Square presented by Sinacola features a massive inflatable movie screen with seating on the bleachers and lawn. Prior to the start of the movie, each event includes select vendors offering food and beverages along with theater-style popcorn courtesy of Cody Paxman State Farm. In addition event event includes a free Kids Zone courtesy of JEB Homes and Supreme Lending Dallas with rotating activities, such as costumed characters, bounce houses, games, and crafts.

Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo Festival, which is hosted by El Puente de Celina and City of Celina, celebrates the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the Second French Empire in 1862. Celina’s Cinco de Mayo celebration occurred on the first Saturday of May on the Downtown Square and featured live music, Lucha Libre Wrestling, traditional dances, local food and market vendors, and games. All net proceeds from the celebration went toward a scholarship for one of our Celina High School students.

The City of Celina hosted its largest and most popular annual event Celina Cajun Fest presented by REX Real Estate in May. While feasting on one of the biggest crawfish boils in North Texas, attendees enjoyed live alligator shows, local vendors offering food, drinks, and unique items as well as a large Kids Zone area with inflatables and carnival rides. The event was highlighted by a free concert from Grammy Award-winning and Country Music legends Diamond Rio.