Lancaster TODAY! May Issue 2024

3 - Spring Information 4 - Stormwater 5 - Senior Life Center Newslett 6 - 2024 Banner Program 7 - National Day of Prayer 8 - Cinco De Mayo 9 - Events Happening in May

- Stay up to date in Lancast

- Atmos Energy Safety Surv

- Indoor Aquatic Center Info

- Lancaster Recreation Cent

- Country View Golf Club 19 - Programs In Lancaster

- Illegal Dumping Informatio

- CWD Lancaster Residentia

- Lancaster Animal Shelter F

- Pet Ownership Information

- 50/50 Sidewalk Replaceme

- Lancaster Eyes and Ears P

- Lancaster Phone Directory

Residential & Commercial Alarm Permits

Residential & Commercial Alarm Permits

Stormwater Public Education Stormwater Public Education

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.

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IMPORTANT DATES IN MAY! IMPORTANT DATES IN MAY!

Thisisafreeevent,hostedbytheLancaster SeniorLifeCenter.

Thiseventwillbringoutahostofvendors thatwillhavefreegive-a-waystothesenior communityandhelpfulwaysthatthe seniorscantakefulladvantageofhowtolive afullqualityoflife.Therewillbeindividuals heretoassistwithhealthcareneeds,senior living,pre-planningneedsandmuchmore.

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Applyonlinebygoingto www.lancaster-tx.comandclickthe blue'Employment'buttononthe homepage.

FindandselectPoliceService Applicationandfollowthe instructions.

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Locatedat103N.DallasAve,Lancaster, Tx75146.Stepintothepastand explorethediverseheritageof Lancasterthroughengagingexhibits thatarebotheducationaland entertaining.

Bestofall,admissionisFREEfor everyone!

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

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May6th@5:30PM

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HAZARD MITIGATION PLANUPDATE PUBLICNOTICE

IncoordinationwithDallasCounty,theCitiesof:Balch Springs,Carrollton,CedarHill,CockrellHill,Coppell,DeSoto, Duncanville,FarmersBranch,GlennHeights,Hutchins, Lancaster,Richardson,Rowlett,Sachse,Seagoville, UniversityPark Wilmer andTownsof:Addison Highland Park,Sunnyvale,areupdatingtheDallasCountyHazard MitigationPlan ThePlanUpdatewilladdresshazardsthat affectthearea ThegoalofthePlanUpdateistominimize oreliminatethelong-termrisktohumanlifeandproperty fromknownhazardsthrougheffectivemitigation

DallasCountywillholdpublicmeetingstogatherpublic inputforupdatingtheHazardMitigationPlan Thepurpose ofthepublicmeetingistoprovideaprojectoverviewfrom H2OPartners,Inc,consultanttotheproject,andsolicit informationfromcitizens Publicinputwillhelptheproject teamtoanalyzepotentialhazardsaffectingresidentsand recommendpossibleactionstoreducetheirimpact

QUESTIONS?CONTACT:

MitigationOutreachCoordinator

H2OPartners

(631)921-2460

sodonnell@h2opartnersusacom

ChiefofEmergencyServices

DallasCounty (214)653-6933

scottforster@dallascountyorg

Never Forget your Trash, Recycling, and Bulk Trash Day!

Download the app today, and set yourself a reminder for your trash day!

Our goal is to earn your trust here at Lancaster Regional Airport.

We are only 20 minutes from downtown Dallas and offer a fullrange of fixed-base operator (FBO) services.

StevieAnnHodgson-O’Donnell ScottT.Forster

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

ATMOS ENERGY SAFETY SURVEY

As part of Atmos Energy’s vision to be the safest provider of natural gas services, it is essential to survey and monitor our natural gas system for leaks using the most advanced technology available.

Atmos Energy crews and contractors will be in your area performing safety surveys of our natural gas distribution system using mobile leak detection units that measure and map methane plumes in the area

Mobile leak detection units are white SUV’s with flashing lights and are labeled with an Atmos Energy logo or “Utility Contractor.” You will see this unit driving slowly in the street and alley at night, which ensures an accurate survey of our gas system.

As part of this routine maintenance, if a natural gas leak is discovered, crews will investigate and grade the leak. If a Grade 1 (hazardous leak) is found, immediate action will be taken to eliminate the hazard. Grade 2 and 3 leaks are monitored and scheduled for repair based on state and federal guidelines.

City officials and first responders have been notified of this activity.

For more information on how to detect a natural gas leak, visit atmosenergy.com/gassafety.

Who When Where

Atmos Energy and Southern Cross Consultants

During the month of May between the hours of 8 p m to 8 a m

Hutchins, Lancaster, and Wilmer Texas and surrounding areas.

We use the best available monitoring methods for safety and to better serve our customers.

Advanced mobile leak detection units

survey our

natural gas

distribution system using technology that is 1,000 more sensitive than traditional technologies.

If you think you smell gas, act fast! Leave the area immediately and from a safe distance call 911 and the Atmos Energy emergency number: 866-322-8667

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 CENTER

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.

COUNTRY VIEW GOLF CLUB COUNTRY VIEW GOLF CLUB

240 W Belt Line Rd, Lancaster, TX 75146

240 W Belt Line Rd, Lancaster, TX 75146

Hours of Operation Hours of Operation

Monday - Sunday 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Monday - Sunday 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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Ifyouseeit,pickitup.Thereare manybenefitstohavingaclean community.Higherproperty values,communitypride,sense ofownershipinourcommunity, attractionofnewbusinesses,and amoreattractiveenvironment.

ParticipateinourTrashOffon July15.

Adopt-A-SpotProgram

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.

Meet Skylar, the adorable red husky mix puppy with captivating blue eyes! She adores toys, other dogs, and staying fresh with regular baths and nail trims!

Antonio enjoys going outside and playing with other dogs. He is a happy puppy with a ton of energy and loves treats.

Bella is a wonderful pup who enjoys being outside and loves long walks in the sun. She is great on her leash and is great with other dogs. She has a big personality once she comes out her shell and is very gentle.

Zoey is laid back and loves long walks. She’s dog friendly and sees no harm in sharing her food with others

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

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