WEEK OF FEBRUARY 8, 2016
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We are proud to announce our participation in the 2016 "IT’S TIME TEXAS" Community Challenge! Lancaster is excited to participate in this statewide healthy competition and we’re in it to win it. The Challenge is an exciting opportunity for all of us to join together, celebrate, and showcase all we can do to strengthen our health as individuals and as a community. Not to mention prove that Lancaster has what it takes to win the title! The winning Lancaster resident gets recognition in the City magazine and free membership at the Lancaster recreation Center.
Here’s how you can get involved:
Log onto the Challenge website: www.ittcommunitychallenge.com
Register—it just takes a minute and earns our community 50 points!
Start uploading your healthy activities as a community member, as a member of a business, school,community organization, or faith-based organization.
Should you have any questions, please contact Community Relations at 972-218-1303.
Has Your Trash Day Changed?
The new sanitation contract with Community Waste Disposal (CWD) started on Monday, February 1, 2016. Those whose trash day has changed had postcards mailed to them and door hangers delivered to them. If you are not sure what your trash day is, please contact the City at 972-218-1300.
Your trash pick up location remains the same. An alley-side pick up for residents with alley and front-side pick up for those without an alley.
If your old Republic Services carts have not been collected yet, 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.
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.
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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
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Little shy but very sweet. She gets along with other dogs.
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 8th
Council Meeting
7:00 PM @ City Hall
BULK/BRUSH SCHEDULE
Week Of February 8th
Trash Pickup Day: Tuesday
LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
Tuesday, February 9th
Toddler Time
@ 10:30 AM
For children up to 4 years, enjoy stories, songs, crafts and family fun!
Wednesday, February 10th
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 11th
Adult Anime
@ 6:30PM
An Anime movie or series will be shown. 18 years and older.
Friday, February 12th
Power Point Basics
Learn how to create effective and fun slides for your next presentation!
Saturday, February 13th
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] !
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.
For more information please contact 972-275-1752.
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