WEEK OF FEBRUARY 1, 2016
NEW Sanitation Brochure:
When you receive your new CWD trash carts, please take time to read the attached brochure as it contains information regarding new changes. The brochure is located inside the recycling cart (Blue), only visible when you open the lid.
If your old Republic Services carts were not picked up last week, please leave them out for removal. Do not put any trash or recyclables items in them.
For additional information, please click HERE [http://lancaster-tx.com/645/Trash-Recycling] or contact the City at 972-218-1300.
NEW Sanitation Contract:
Effective February 1st!
On December 14, 2015 the Lancaster Council approved the award of Bid #2015-02 to Community Waste Disposal (CWD) to provide residential and commercial solid waste and recycling service, effective February 1, 2016.
Key points of the new contract are:
Weekly trash and recycle collection
Every other month bulk/brush collection (even months)
4 city-wide clean up (Trash-off events)
Providing proof of residency such as a water bill, residents may drop off up to 12 cubic yards at the CWD transfer station at the following address: 2010 California Crossing Dallas, TX 75220
Included in the four city-wide clean up events are two “X-treme Green”, which provide for the disposal of household hazardous waste, on-site shredding of confidential documents, automotive tires, household metal goods and used electronics.
Starting January 11, 2016 new trash and recycling carts are being delivered to all homes. The new trash cart will be GRAY and the new recycling cart will be BLUE. Old carts will be collected beginning the week of January 18th on your regularly scheduled trash pickup day. Once the old carts are collected, residents may begin utilizing the new carts. A brochure containing detailed information on the changes will be attached to the new carts at delivery.
For more information please call the City of Lancaster at (972) 218-1300 or visit the City’s website at www.lancaster-tx.com.
Apply Now!
The Lancaster Police and Fire Departments have combined their efforts to offer the Citizens Public Safety Academy. Applications for this 11 week program are now being accepted. This academy is FREE to all participants! Citizens Public Safety Academy is designed for persons living in or working for the City of Lancaster who wish to learn more about the Lancaster Police and Fire Departments. Classes will begin on Wednesday, March 03, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. Enrollment will be open until February 19, 2016 and applications are available at www.lancaster-tx.com/CPSA [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/957/Citizens-Public-Safety-Academy] or at the Lancaster Public Safety Building.
Participants are given the opportunity to have “hands on” demonstrations of emergency operations. Among the course subjects: organization and operations of both departments, emergency medical services, S.W.A.T., emergency communications, medical helicopter services, home safety prevention and much more! Applicants for this academy will undergo personal background checks as part of the application process. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity; submit your application today!
For more information regarding the Citizens Public Safety Academy, please call 972-218-2700 or visit www.lancaster-tx.com/CPSA. [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/957/Citizens-Public-Safety-Academy] The Lancaster Public Safety Building is located at 1650 N. Dallas Avenue.
The City of Lancaster invites you to “like” the City on Facebook.com, [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/957/Citizens-Public-Safety-Academy] follow us on Twitter or register for weekly e-mail alerts regarding upcoming events on our website at www.lancaster-tx.com by clicking on "Notify Me".
Buyer & Seller Beware!
If you like utilizing apps like Offer Up, Craig's List, Five Mile, High Five Mile or even Facebook Classifieds, please follow a few safety precautions:
Meet the buyer/seller in a public place (Police Department parking lot or lobby), where there are cameras and good lighting.
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.
Remember Safety First at all times.
Sidewalk Replacement Program:
Streets are maintained by the city, but the repair and replacement of damaged sidewalk slabs are the responsibility of the homeowner whose property is adjacent to the sidewalk. To help with that responsibility, the City of Lancaster offers property owners the opportunity to improve the appearance and safety of their homes and neighborhoods with the 50/50 cost sharing Sidewalk Replacement Program.
For more information please contact 972-275-1752.
Lancaster Eyes & Ears Program:
The City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division is seeking volunteers to join the Lancaster Eyes and Ears program (LEEP)
The LEEP program will primarily perform duties in the field identifying code violations for code officers to perform further investigation. The program is intended to have volunteers aid city staff in improving and preserving the quality of life in our community. These volunteers will help act as the “eyes and ears” in residential and commercial neighborhoods to staff code compliance officers. Citizens are key to identifying potentially serious problems.
Qualifications:
Volunteers are requested to volunteer a minimum of 4 hours per week. Work schedules are flexible based on your availability but are limited to daytime hours. Volunteers must possess a Texas class “C” driver’s license, successfully complete a background check and drug test, and reside in the City of Lancaster.
Click HERE [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/858/Lancaster-Eyes-Ears-Program] for information. You may also contact the Lancaster Code Compliance Division at 972-218-1200
Hi...I'm Bishop
Very playful and spunky. He loves attention, petting, playing, and kissing.
Adoption fees: $15.00 for small dogs and $25.00 for large dogs.
For adoption and volunteer information, click HERE [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/163/Animal-Services] . You may also contact the Lancaster Animal Shelter at 972-218-1210
UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, February 1st
No Council Meeting
BULK/BRUSH SCHEDULE
Week Of February 1st
Trash Pickup Day: Monday
LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
Tuesday, February 2nd
Toddler Time
@ 10:30 AM
For children up to 4 years, enjoy stories, songs, crafts and family fun!
Wednesday, February 3rd
Family Story Time
@ 4:00 PM
Children ages 5 to 8 are welcome to join us for this interactive story time complete with crafts, songs, and dancing!
Power Point Basics
@10:30 AM
Learn how to create effective and fun slides for your next presentation!
Thursday, February 4th
Adult Anime
@ 6:30PM
An Anime movie or series will be shown. 18 years and older.
Friday, February 5th
Power Point Basics
Learn how to create effective and fun slides for your next presentation!
Saturday, February 6th
Family Story Time
@1:00 PM
Children ages 5 to 8 are welcome to join us for this interactive story time complete with crafts, songs, and dancing.
Black History Month
American Heart Month
Low Vision Awareness Month
February 1st- National Freedom Day
February 2nd- Groundhog Day
February 14th- Valentine's Day
February 15th- President's Day
February 15th- Susan B. Anthony Day
Did you know that Lancaster has implemented mandatory watering restrictions to two days a week? Specific assigned watering days are determined by your address. Residents are restricted from watering between 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Although, hand watering and using soaker hoses are permitted at any time. For more information regarding the Stage 2 Watering Restrictions, click HERE [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/416/Water-Restrictions] !
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