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WEEK OF AUGUST 22nd, 2016
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Budget Town Hall Meeting
The City of Lancaster invites all Lancaster residents to participate in an interactive budget town hall meeting. This interactive budget workshop will include an opportunity for citizens to interact with the Lancaster City Council and staff, provide budget feedback, and ask questions regarding city services and departments.
Topics will include property tax trends, sales tax trends, fund overview, proposed FY 16/17 budget, and the budget schedule.
Two meetings have been scheduled: Thursday, August 18, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. Both meetings will be held at the Lancaster Recreation Center, Grand Hall located at 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway. For more information please call 972-218-1300 or visit our website at www.lancaster-tx.com.
For questions, please contact City Hall at 972-218-1300.
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Community Appreciation Day
On September 24, 2016, the City of Lancaster and Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, representing the 30th Congressional District of Texas, will celebrate 24 years of excellence and service. The 24th Annual Community Appreciation Day will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Helen Giddings Amphitheatre at Lancaster Community Park located at 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkways, Lancaster, Texas 75146.
Community Appreciation Day is a FREE event that is structured to give back to the community. As always, this wonderful event will include games, kid-friendly activities, prize raffle, food, health screenings as well as entertainment for friends and families! This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to bring a lawn chair to lounge in while enjoying the festivities!
For more information, please contact Congresswoman Johnson’s office at (214) 922-8885. RSVPs are now being accepted via email or phone for added convenience: katy.johnson@mail.house.gov or 214-922-8885 thru Friday, September 16th, 12 noon.
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IT'S FOOTBALL SEASON!
Come out to join #WEBO Nation’s #10 ranked Football team, as they kick the season off Friday, August 26 against #3 ranked Denton Ryan!
Wear your all black attire for the “blackout” and come out to cheer them on to victory.
Location : Beverly D. Humphrey Tiger Stadium.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Tickets go on sale at the box office on Monday, August 22.
For additional information, please call 972-218-1400.
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Retail Recruitment Firm
The City of Lancaster has hired The Retail Coach, a retail recruitment firm with offices in Tupelo, Mississippi and Austin, Texas, to help recruit retailers, restaurants, and developers to the community.
The Retail Coach’s process begins with determining the retail trade area, or the area where 85% of Lancaster’s consumers are coming from. Using this information, The Retail Coach team will construct a gap analysis to highlight retail categories missing or lacking in the city of Lancaster. The gap analysis, along with demographic reports for the community and retail trade area, help the team construct a list of targeted retailers and restaurants that would be a good fit in Lancaster. On behalf of the City of Lancaster, The Retail Coach will reach out to the retailers, restaurants, and developers.
Other focuses of the partnership include a focus on the revitalization of Lancaster's Historic Town Square, as well as the redevelopment of existing shopping centers in Lancaster.
The Retail Coach will also represent Lancaster at upcoming industry trade shows throughout the country. The first of these events is Retail Live! that will be taking place August 18th in Austin, Texas.
“We are very excited about working with the City of Lancaster. Lancaster is located in a perfect spot to capitalize on the retail growth happening in the DFW Metroplex. This growth, coupled with the traffic counts on Interstate 35 East, makes Lancaster an attractive market for both retailers and developers,” said Aaron Farmer, Senior Vice President for The Retail Coach.
For more information on The Retail Coach, visit www.theretailcoach.net.
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Computer Classes
Learn how to use the internet, make your presentation, utilize designs, insert images and beyond by registering for computer classes at the Lancaster Library. To register, please call 972-227-1080.
For additional information, please click HERE [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/448/Classes] .
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Proper Cart Placement
With our automated service, cart placement is extremely important to guarantee our trucks can access them for pickup on collection days. The mechanical arm on the garbage trucks needs to have clear access to your cart(s). Proper cart placement also ensures your cart(s) are not missed on your scheduled collection day.
Place your garbage and/or recycling in the cart(s) provided to you by Community Waste Disposal (CWD). Trash inside the gray cart and recycle inside the blue cart.
Set out your cart(s) by 7:00 am of your collection day and remove by 8:00 pm on the same day.
Allow 3ft clearance around the cart(s) with handle facing toward your property.
Do not overfill or place things outside of your cart(s). Lid must be closed.
Secure all trash in plastic bags.
If you have an excessive garbage on a continuous basis, you will be required to have an additional cart. Click HERE [http://lancaster-tx.com/1118/Order-Additional-Carts] to view the additional cart fee.
For additional information, please contact the City at 972-218-1300.
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Zika Virus Precautions
Pregnant?
If you develop the symptoms of Zika, see a healthcare provider right away for testing. Testing is recommended for pregnant women at their first prenatal care visit.
Your Best Protection: Prevent Mosquito Bites
Clothing: Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants. Treat clothing and gear with permethrin or purchase permethrin-treated items.
Treated clothing remains protective after multiple washings. If treating items yourself, follow the product instructions carefully.
Do NOT use permethrin products directly on skin. They are intended to treat clothing.
Indoor Protection:
Stay in places with air conditioning or that use window and door screens to keep mosquitoes outside. Sleep under a mosquito bed net if air conditioned or screened rooms are not available or if sleeping outdoors.
Repellent:
Use Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)- registered insect repellents. When used as directed, these insect repellents are safe and effective for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Residents can pick up mosquito dunks and repellents at City Hall or at 700 E. Main St.
For additional information, please click HERE [http://www.cdc.gov/zika/] or call 888-232-6348.
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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 and successfully complete a background check, 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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Pet of the Week: Meet Sugar!
Available for adoption TODAY!
Lorraine is a female pit mix, about a year old. She is big sweetie and very affectionate.
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
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday, August 22nd
Council Meeting
1st Budget Public Hearing
1st Tax Public Hearing
7:00 PM @ City Hall
Saturday, August 27th
Budget Town Hall
9:00 AM @ Recreation Center- Grand Hall
Click HERE [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/calendar.aspx?CID=24,] to view more upcoming events!
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BULK/BRUSH SCHEDULE
Week of August 22nd
Thursday Trash Collection
Click HERE [http://lancaster-tx.com/1117/Bulk-Trash-Collection] to view interactive map
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LIBRARY ACTIVITIES
Tuesday, August 23rd
Toddler Time
@ 10:30 AM
For children up to 4 years, enjoy stories, songs, crafts and family fun!
Wednesday, August 24th
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, August 25th
Adult Anime
@ 6:30 PM
An Anime movie or series will be shown. 18 years and older.
Friday, August 26th
Microsoft Excel Basics
@ 10:30 PM
Learn the basics of using Microsoft Excel
Saturday, August 27th
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.
Click HERE [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/calendar.aspx?CID=25] to view more upcoming events!
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29th: National Aviation Day
21st: Senior Citizens Day
26th: Women's Equality Day
27th: President LBJ Day
American Adventures Month
American Artist Appreciation Month
Cataract Awareness Month
Child Support Awareness Month
National Immunization Awareness Month
National Water Quality Month
Psoriasis Awareness Month
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Report Power Outage
You may report any street light power outage online by clicking HERE [https://www.oncorstreetlight.com/#] or choose one of the following options:
www.oncorstreetlight.com/#
Call Oncor directly at 1-888-313-4747
Please ensure that you have the location prior to contacting Oncor.
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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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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 call 972-218-2700.
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"Lancaster TX" is the official mobile app for the City of Lancaster. The app provides a connection between the City of Lancaster and its residents and visitors.
Features include:
- Report a Concern
- Lancaster News
- Pay Online
Download City of Lancaster's app today and connect with the City of Lancaster.
For more information, click HERE! [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/987/Mobile-App-Download]
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Storm Water Pollution Prevention
•The best way to protect stormwater runoff quality is to avoid polluting in the first place. Conserve and recycle resources such as newspaper, plastic containers, glass jars, and metal cans.
•Practice street sweeping, picking up litter, and disposing of leaves and yard waste.
•Keep grass clippings, leaves, lawn care, automotive and household’s chemicals out of the storm drain system. Participate in local garbage and debris pickup days; recycle household’s hazardous waste materials to prevent storm drain contamination.
•Prevent sewage overflows to the streams by diverting drains away from the sanitary sewer system. Report any overflows to the Wastewater Department at 972-275-1752.
CodeRed Emergency Notifications
The CodeRED emergency notification system is a communication service available for emergency and non-emergency notifications. CodeRED employs intranet mapping capable of geographic targeting of calls and a telephone-calling system capable of delivering prerecorded messages directly to homes and businesses.
Your contact information will remain private and will only be used for severe weather alerts.
Please register HERE [http://www.lancaster-tx.com/194/CodeRED-Emergency-Notifications] to receive emergency notifications.
For questions, please call 972-218-2600.
Storm/Tornado Shelters
The Lancaster Fire Department is seeking information about the locations of Storm/Tornado shelters in our city. This information is voluntary and will be used in the event there is a tornado or severe weather in the City and you get trapped in the shelter. The Fire department will know to search for you and your family not only in the home but in the shelter as well.
For more information on how to obtain a tornado/storm shelter, click HERE.
For questions, contact Laurel Maxwell at 972-218-2742.
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