Lancaster Today July 2018

Lancaster Published by City of Lancaster, Texas

www.Lancaster-tx.com

July 2018

Your Mayor and City Council

Carol Strain-Burk Councilmember District 1

Stanley Jaglowski Deputy Mayor Pro Tem District 2

Derrick D. Robinson Council Member District 4

Racheal Hill Council Member District 5

Marco Mejia Mayor Pro Tem District 3

Clyde C. Hairston Mayor

Nina Morris Council Member District 6 1

Mark your calendar!

July 4

Holiday – City Offices Closed 4th of July Celebration & Fireworks Show July 4th Celebration Lancaster Community Park 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

July 11 July 14 July 19

Free Vet Services for residents in 75134 zip code 2nd Saturday on the Square Dive In Movie

Dive In Movie: 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!

July 21

July 25 July 30

City Wide Trash Off Mobile Microchipping Vet Services Free Vet Services for residents in 75134 zip code Walk In Court Walk In Court: July 30th at 2:00 p.m.

Sign in between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.

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City Council Meetings July 30

Special Work Session/Special Meeting

August 13

City Council Meeting

August 20

Work Session

August 27

City Council Meeting

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

Save the Dates!

August 7 August 9 August 16 August 18 August 30 September 11 September 18 September 20 October 2 October 16 October 18 October 30 November 15

National Night Out in Neighborhoods Public Hearing – City Facility Naming Sub-Committee Dive In Movie Budget Town Hall Meeting Budget Town Hall Meeting City Council District 1 Town Hall Meeting City Council District 5 Town Hall Meeting City Council District 4 Town Hall Meeting Dive In Movie City Wide National Night Out Event City Council District 2 Town Hall Meeting Dive In Movie City Council District 6 Town Hall Meeting Dive In Movie City Council District 3 Town Hall Meeting

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Free Event 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Community Park 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, Texas Fireworks, Games, Vendors, Food, Live Music

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FUN for Humans – SCARY for Pets

Keep Your Pet INSIDE Secure your pet inside your home to prevent escape & potential injury

Update Microchip & ID Make sure your information is up-to-date

Keep Them Busy Provide your pet an interactive toy, bone or treat to keep him/her occupied

Calm & Quite Provide a calm, quite & safe space for your pet to ease any anxiety 6

July 21st from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. $15 for each chip (cash only)

IT’S THE LAW! Effective February 19, 2018, all dogs and cats 4 months and older are required to be microchipped.

6 ENFORCEABLE BY CITATION.

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Expired Medication Drop Off Do you have expired medications that you do not know what to do with?

Drop off your expired medications (no needles) at the City Wide Trash Off on July 21st from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., 1501 N. Dallas Avenue.

Also, the City of Lancaster has implemented a secure drop off program for expired medications. You can drop off your expired medications Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, 1650 N. Dallas Avenue.

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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.

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, 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.

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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.

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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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Want to request Deferred Adjudication on your traffic citation?

Lancaster Municipal Court now offers online Deferred Adjudication Request via Traffic Payment. Fees and restrictions apply. www.trafficpayment.com

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 11 Plano: 5900 W. Plano Parkway

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 Board • Lancaster Economic Development Corporation • 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 Have questions? Please contact the City Secretary’s office at 972218-1310, or via email at: citysecretary@Lancaster-tx.com For more information go to: www.Lancaster-tx.com HOME>GOVERNMENT>CITYCOUN CIL>BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

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Civil Service Examination A Civil Service Examination is scheduled for Saturday, August 11th.

The deadline to submit all documents electronically is 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, August 9th. For additional information go to the city website at www.Lancaster-tx.com.

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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Do you know someone (yourself, a neighbor, or a business) who is doing a great job maintaining their yard on a regular basis? Nominate them today! The City would like to recognize those who go above and beyond to keep our neighborhoods beautiful.

Go to http://www.lancaster-tx.com/1212/Best-YardAward to access nomination form.

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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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Vet Services at the Lancaster Animal Shelter July 21st from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Only $15 for each chip

Lancaster Animal Shelter 690 E. Main Street 972-218-1210 Vet Services are open to all Lancaster residents each 3rd Saturday of the month.

July 21st from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

First come, first served.

Free Vet Services FREE Vet Services (for residents within the 75134 zip code) Wednesdays, July 11th and 25th Appointments are required and can be made at 972-472-3500.

1501 N. Dallas Avenue 972-472-3500

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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.

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Courtesy Notice This is a courtesy notice from your neighborhood trash and recycling partner CWD. We need your help! In order to safely pick up trash and recycling items, the trucks need ample space in order to maneuver into the alleyways. Cars parked across form the alleyways impede this process and increase the chance of private property being damaged.

Can you please help us out?

On service days, please ensure your vehicle is not parked in this area.

Code Compliance will be notified about repeat offenders.

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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.

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

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.

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Zumba Join us for Zumba at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held daily from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. except Sunday and Thursday. Thursday classes are from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Water Aerobics Join us for Water Aerobics at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held daily from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. except Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Recreation Center ID is required.

Monthly fee for class applies.

For additional information call 972-218-3700

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Step Aerobics Join us for Step Aerobics at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held daily from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

Boot Camp Join us for Boot Camp at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. on Saturdays.

Recreation Center ID is required.

Monthly fee for class applies.

For additional information call 972-218-3700

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Yoga Join us for Yoga at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Adult Cycling Join us for Adult Cycling at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held from 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. on Tuesdays & Thursdays.

Recreation Center ID is required.

Monthly fee for class applies.

For additional information call 972-218-3700

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Sewing for Adults Join us for Sewing for Adults at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Mondays.

Music for Adults Join us for Music for Adults at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays.

Recreation Center ID is required.

Monthly fee for class applies.

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Swing Out for Adults Join us for Swing Out at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held from 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Dancing from the Soul for Youth Join us for Dancing from the Soul at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.

Recreation Center ID is required.

Monthly fee for class applies.

For additional information call 972-218-3700

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Handles and Hoops Basketball Camp Join us for Handles and Hoops Basketball Camp at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

July 2nd – 6th July 9th – 13th July 16th - 20th July 23rd – 27th

Open Swim Join us for Open Swim.

Mondays from 12:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.

Recreation Center ID is required.

Monthly fee for class applies.

For additional information call 972-218-3700

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About the Academy Have you ever wondered how potholes are repaired or how the fire department is able to respond so quickly to emergencies?

How does the City of Lancaster prepare its budget or decide where a park should be located?

Citizens are welcome to learn the answers to these questions and more during our annual Civic Leadership Academy.

Eligibility • Not running or currently serving in a political office • Must be willing to commit to attendance of sessions • Must be a Lancaster resident o City employee • 18 years of age or older Structure • Weekly 2 hour classes (Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.)

• Participants will hear presentations from representatives of City departments and elected representatives • Light meal provided at each class for participants only from 6:10 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

• Graduation Ceremony at a designated City Council Meeting

Schedule September 13, 2018 Class 1 September 20, 2018 Class 2 September 27, 2018 Class 3 October 4, 2018 Class 4 October 11, 2018 (no class this week) October 18, 2018 Class 5 October 25, 2018 Class 6 November 1, 2018 Class 7 November 8, 2018 Class 8 November 12, 2018 Graduation

Apply online: http://www.lancastertx.com/585/Civic-Leadership-Academy

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Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway 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.

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Summer Reading Club Intended for ages 0-17, is designed to encourage the joy of reading through activities, games, incentives and a summer full of special programs.

All performances are free, family

friendly, and fun!

Tuesday, July 3rd

10:30 a.m.

Perot Museum– Fire and Ice

Thursday, July 5th

2:00 p.m.

Amazing Attractions– Wild About Books

Wednesday, July 10th 10:30 a.m.

Indian Trail Master Naturalists– Birdsong Fun and Games

Thursday, July 12th

2:00 p.m.

Amazing Attractions– Magical Mysterious Suitcase Show

Tuesday, July 17th

10:30 a.m.

Lancaster Fire Department– Fire Safety

Thursday, July 19th

2:00 p.m.

Greg Carter– Wacky Science Show

Tuesday, July 24th

10:30 a.m.

Eunice Sandling– How Yarn Spinning Started

Tuesday, July 24th

6:00 p.m.

Friends of the Library Family Movie Night

Thursday, July 26th

2:00 p.m.

Merrymakers Too– Rock & Roll 50s

Tuesday, July 31st

10:30 a.m.

Summer Reading Club Finale Party with Greg Carter– Safari Greg Comedy Animal Show

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Teen Club Otaku Night Thursday, July 5th, 4:00 p.m.

Summer Reading Club Finale Party Thursday, July 19th, 4:00 p.m.

Family Craft Night Monday, July 26th, 6:30 p.m.

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

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

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Juggling Classes Saturday, July 21st, 2:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 24th, 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.

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

July 6th – Computer Basics July 11th & 13th – PowerPoint Basics July 18th & 20th – Word Basics July 25th & 27th – Excel Basics

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

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Toddler Time (0-4 yrs.)

Resumes in August Family Story Time (all ages) Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m., Saturdays at 1:00 p.m.

For all children and their families.

Join us for crafts, puppets, and of course stories.

E Books 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.

Tuesday, July 3rd

6:30 p.m.

Get the family together and join us for non competitive games and fun on the first Tuesday of the month!

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Friends of the Library Family Movie Night

Thursday, July 12th, 6:00 p.m.

Enjoy a family-friendly movie and refreshments.

Tuesday, July 24th

6:00 p.m.

Genealogy Get free assistance from an experienced researcher. This is open to beginners and practiced tree climbers alike.

Monday evenings 6:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.

July 2nd, 9th, 23rd and 30th Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway 972-227-1080

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Senior Life Center

Senior Life Center Special Programming - July 2018 Monday-Friday Tues, Thur Mon, Wed, Fri Tues, Thur Tuesday (first) Thursday (first) Tue, Thur Tue, Wed Mon, Wed Wednesday Tue, Thur Monday Wednesday

9:00 a.m.

Coffee/Conversation/Coloring 10:00 a.m.

Knitting and Crochet Class 10:30 a.m.

Senior Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

Computer Training Class 10:30 a.m.

Men’s Power Hour 11:45 a.m.

Legacies of a Lifetime Celebration 1:00 p.m.

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

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

PuzzleRama 1:00 p.m.

Line Dancing 1:30 p.m.

Croquet 1:30 p.m.

Vision II

By Appointment Wellness Wednesday

* Senior Life Center membership required. * Programs are subject to change or be cancelled.

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

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Senior Life Center Membership Activity Calendar

Chronic Disease SelfManagement Program Class offering at the Senior Life Center on Mondays from July 24th through August 28th.

9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Senior Life Center Membership and Pre-Registration for the class is required.

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Important Numbers 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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