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CITY OF LANCASTER

The City of Lancaster is dedicated to making our community a great place for commerce and to live, work, learn, and play Join us in our commitment and participate in the 2023 Spring/Summer Banner Program.

We believe this program helps to reinforce our city pride, invigorate our downtown, and showcase our community's economic vitality

To ensure the success of this program, we ask for participation and support from individuals, families, schools, civic organizations, churches, and businesses.

Banners will be displayed in three central locations.(1) Beltline Rd from I-35 to Bluegrove (2) Pleasant Run Road, from I-35 to S H 342 (Dallas Avenue) (3) S H 342 (Dallas Avenue) from Wintergreen to Pleasant Run Road.

Should you wish to sponsor a banner, please contact Community Relations Division at City Hall by visiting 211 N Henry St , Lancaster, Texas 75146, or contact Community Relations at (972) 218-1306 or communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com.

Help us Brighten Up Our City Streets and Display Your Business through the City Banner Program

EVENTS HAPPENING IN APRIL! EVENTS HAPPENING IN APRIL!

TheLifeAfterAdvocacyGroupispartnering withTheCityofLancasterfortheWalkAMileIn HerShoesEvent.

Thiseventwilltakeplaceatthe Lancaster RecreationCenter,1700VeteransMemorial Pkwy,Lancaster,Tx75134

ParentUniversityisanopportunitytobring LancasterISDparents,businessowners,and communitymembersbackintothe campusinapositiveway.Thisisafree programthatwilltakeplaceoneSaturdaya monthoverthenextfourmonths.

AllParentUniversitysessionswilltakeplace from10:00a.m.to1:00p.m.attheBarack andMichelleObama9thGradeCampus locatedat1109W.MainSt.,Lancaster,TX 75146.

Formoreinformation,pleasevisit

https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1335006.

EVENTS HAPPENING IN APRIL! EVENTS HAPPENING IN APRIL!

JoinusonApril27,2024from8:00a.m.to 12:00p.m.aswebeautifyourcity!

ComeJoinusandOncorinkeeping Lancasterbeautiful.Bloomwhereyouare planted!

Springissevereweatherseason.Do youknowhowtoprepareyourself andyourfamilyforsevereweather andotheremergencies. Aswewill beteachingabilingual(English& Spanish)SevereWeather

Preparednesstraining.Friendsand familyareinvitedtoattendthe bilingualfreepublictraining!!

Curb-sidePick-up:

Pleasecall972-227-1080topick-upyourfavorite readingmaterials Besuretocallaheadtoreserve youritems.

LibraryHours:

Monday:Closed

Tuesday-Thursday:11:00a.m.-7:00p.m.

Friday-Saturday:10:00a.m.-6:00p.m.

Sunday:Closed

TheLancasterPublicEngagement Committeewillvoteforandchoosea lawnthatbestdemonstratesthe qualitiesofuniqueness,beauty, appeal,andconsistencywiththe followingguidelines.

ComevisitLancaster'sVisitorsCenter& StateAuxiliaryMuseum!

Locatedat103N.DallasAve,Lancaster, Tx75146.Stepintothepastandexplore thediverseheritageofLancaster throughengagingexhibitsthatare botheducationalandentertaining. Bestofall,admissionisFREEfor everyone!

Scheduleagrouptourtodayby contactingourmuseumspecialistat 972-218-1324oremailusat museum@lancaster-tx.com. Seeyousoon!

Senior Citizens over the age of 62 qualify for a discount on

Senior Citizens over the age of 62 qualify for a discount on your sewer and water utility bills. your sewer and water utility bills.

How much is the discount?

How much is the discount?

Discount is Discount is $5.00 off $5.00 off for both Sewer and Water bills! for both Sewer and Water bills!

How do I sign-up? How do I sign-up?

Complete the form located at the utility billing desk at City Hall.

Complete the form located at the utility billing desk at City Hall.

What should I bring with me?

What should I bring with me?

Bring your Driver’s License for proof of identity. The water bill

Bring your Driver’s License for proof of identity. The water bill must be in the senior citizens name. must be in the senior citizens name.

Whether it is a Whether it is a Spring Break Spring Break vacation or a month-long vacation or a month-long excursion, the Lancaster Police Department wants to help excursion, the Lancaster Police Department wants to help make your vacation an enjoyable one. make your vacation an enjoyable one.

The Residential Security Check Program is to be used when

The Residential Security Check Program is to be used when you will be out on a weekend trip or a month-long excursion you will be out on a weekend trip or a month-long excursion and no one should be at the home unless authorized. The and no one should be at the home unless authorized. The Lancaster Police Department will patrol by your residence and Lancaster Police Department will patrol by your residence and check to ensure it is safe. check to ensure it is safe.

Go online to our city website at Go online to our city website at www.lancasterwww.lancasterttx.com/229/Residential-Security-Check x.com/229/Residential-Security-Check, fill out the request , fill out the request form, and fax it to (972) 218-2790 or bring it to the Lancaster form, and fax it to (972) 218-2790 or bring it to the Lancaster Police Department at least 72 hours prior to your planned trip Police Department at least 72 hours prior to your planned trip.

Forms are only accepted and processed Monday through Forms are only accepted and processed Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday (excluding holidays), 8 a m to 5 p m

The Lancaster Aquatic Center is located inside the Recreation

The Lancaster Aquatic Center is located inside the Recreation Center and is a great place for the whole family to cool off! Center and is a great place for the whole family to cool off!

Areas include: zero-depth entry, lazy river, 2-story waterslide,

Areas include: zero-depth entry, lazy river, 2-story waterslide, and lap lanes. Locker rooms with showers are available. and lap lanes. Locker rooms with showers are available.

The City of Lancaster Recreation Amenities & Programs

The City of Lancaster Recreation Amenities & Programs

Amenities Amenities

Programs Programs

Classroom space

Classroom space

Conference room Conference room

Fitness atrium

Fitness atrium

Aerobic/dance room

Aerobic/dance room

Locker rooms with showers

Locker rooms with showers

Gymnasium Gymnasium

Programs are available for all Programs are available for all ages, ranging from athletics and ages, ranging from athletics and fitness to creative arts and fitness to creative arts and academics. Stop by and see academics. Stop by and see what we have to offer. what we have to offer.

Indoor aquatic facility

Indoor aquatic facility

Indoor walking track

Indoor walking track

Game room Game room

Banquet hall with kitchen Banquet hall with kitchen

LANCASTER RECREATION CENTER LANCASTER RECREATION

Hours of Operation Hours of Operation

Monday - Thursday: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Monday - Thursday: 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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

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

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Sunday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED

The facility features scenic The facility features scenic views, televisions, and views, televisions, and access to locker rooms. access to locker rooms. The available equipment The available equipment includes elliptical, includes elliptical, treadmills, exercise bikes, treadmills, exercise bikes, weight machines and free weight machines and free weights. weights.

240 W Belt Line Rd, Lancaster,

240 W Belt Line Rd, Lancaster,

It takes 2-5 years for a tossed cigarette butt to break down, and ONE MILLION YEARS for a plastic bottle to break down. If you see it, pick it up. There are many benefits to having a clean community. Higher property values, community pride, sense of ownership in our community, attraction of new businesses, and a more attractive environment. Participate in our Trash Off on July 15 - more information next page!

Adopters will agree to a minimum of a 1-year agreement, renewable upon approval.

Litter pick-up will be at a minimum of 1 time per month during the 1-year adoption period One of the pick-ups must occur on the City of Lancaster's Annual Trash-Off

The City of Lancaster will be responsible for supplying trash bags, pick up and disposal of trash bags after each group completes clean up in their adopted area.

The Adopt-a-Spot program is a joint effort between your City government and the residents to keep our rights-ofway and neighborhoods clean and beautiful.

Scan the QR Code to download and fill out your application.

www.lancaster-tx.com www.lancaster-tx.com www.lancaster-tx.com and and and click on the "Report a Concern" click on the a Concern" click the "Report a Concern" button to make a report. button to make a report. button to make a report.

¡Visite el sitio web de la ciudad en www.lancaster-tx.com y use

nuestro mapa interactivo para ver su horario masivo específico!

ADOPTION PAGE ADOPTION PAGE

MEETHANNA

Hanna is such a sweet dog. She loves playtime and is learning how to retrieve toys and loves making them squeak! She is very alert and enjoys being around other dogs!

Pluto is always happy and enjoys playing 1-way fetch. When he has the opportunity to play with other dogs he gets very excited! He is also super sweet and very observant.

Hello friend, I’m Phoenix! I have a heart of gold and love meeting new people. I am very sweet and a good listener. Come visit me at the shelter today!

MEETPHOENIX

MEETTAYA

Hi! I’m Taya! I’m very charming and a skilled walker who effortlessly guides younger pups. I’m fully potty trained and eagerly awaiting my forever home.

If you've ever thought about fostering a dog, now is the time!

Please help us find these dogs a loving foster home until they have a forever home.

If you or anyone you know is interested in fostering or adopting a dog, contact our Animal Shelter at 972-218-1210 OR email animalshelter@lancaster-tx.com today!

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Pet Ownership

Owning a pet is a privilege, but the benefi ts of pet ownership come with responsibilities.

Be a Responsible Pet Owner:

Avoid impulsive decisions when selecting a pet.

Select a pet that’s suited to your home and lifestyle.

Keep only the type and number of pets for which you can provide appropriate food, water, shelter, health care and companionship.

Commit to the relationship for the life of your pet(s).

Recognize that pet ownership requires an investment of time and money.

Make sure your pet receives preventive health care (vaccinations, parasite control, etc.), as well as care for any illnesses or injuries.

Provide appropriate exercise and mental stimulation.

Clean up after your pet.

Don’t allow your pet to stray or become feral.

Properly socialize and train your pet.

Limit your pet’s reproduction through spay/ neuter, containment, or managed breeding.

Obey all local ordinances, including licensing, leash requirements and noise control.

Make sure your pet is properly identifi ed (i.e., tags, microchips, or tattoos) and keep its registration up-todate.

Prepare for an emergency or disaster, including assembling an evacuation kit.

Make alternate arrangements if you can no longer provide care for your pet.

Recognize any decline in your pet’s quality of life and make timely decisions in consultation with a veterinarian.

This message brought to you by the American Veterinary Medical Association

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Program Steps: Program Steps:

Citizen contacts City and asks to participate in the Cost Share program.

If funds for the current fiscal year are not available, the citizen's name is added to a group list for the following year. When funding for the following fiscal year becomes available, city staff will contact citizens through individual authorization letters, requesting a response indicating interest in continuing with the program.

For each positive response, city staff visits the property and assesses the sidewalk repair needs.

City staff sends the citizen an individual quote for the cost share, a sketch of the replacement limits and a 30-day deadline for submitting payments.

City staff then prepares a contract with the residential property owner.

The work is completed by the city and comes with a one-year warranty.

LANCASTER PHONEDIRECTORY

WHO DO I CALL?

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972-218-1210

972-218-1200

972-275-1794

972-218-1300

972-227-0995

214-819-1800

214-653-7811

972-218-1200

469-272-9301

972-218-1314

972-218-3706

972-218-2600

972-277-5721

972-277-1080

972-218-1400

972-218-1334

972-218-3709

972-218-1307

972-218-2700

972-275-1752

972-218-3700

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