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Home My WebLink About2022-02 Euless Today1011 *February PUBLICATION OF �y r This month I'd I C A T j l �� ' .. t• like to highlight the importance N of the Euless Development Fire Station One Update Corporation and explain the role g g Y• The station, The construction of the new Fire Station No. 1 is moving along nicely. that it plays in our City. The Euless Development which broke ground in March of 2021, is scheduled to be fully complete in April 2022. Corporation was created in 1993 The new station will replace the previous station that was used for almost 40 years. and funded by a half -cent sales tax approved by a vote of the citizens. Fire Station No. 1 will provide for the City's current needs as well as accommodations The operations of the District are to expand as future growth dictates. overseen by a seven -member Board of Directors, who are appointed by the City Council and who are "The re -opening of Euless Fire Station 1 will provide a strategically placed, tasked with promoting our parks, state-of-the-art fire station with great equipment and well -trained firefighters to better library services and economic respond to the growing needs of Euless," said Fire Chief Chanc Bennett. development within the City. The Euless Development "This new facility will meet the needs of the citizens for the next 30 years," said Corporation finances protects that come under its Assistant City Manager Wes Rhodes. "It's in a good, central location, and will allow jurisdiction. These projects are widespread. us to maintain rapid response times." Past projects include economic development incentives, the Texas Star Sports Complex For more information about the Fire Department, visit www.eulesstx.gov/fire. transformation, renovation of Carr Park and remodel of the Euless Public Library. Upcoming projects include improvements to Blessing Branch Park and improvements at the aquatic center as well as overall — park enhancements throughout the City. The Euless Development Corporation's activities have - i FUTURE HOME provided significant enhancements for City. I FIRE STATION NO. 1 our a % l�11 NEW TUF CITY 0 F40W www.euiesstx.gov/fire (817) 685-1598 Euless Today is published by the City of Euless. 201 N. Ector Dr. • Euless, TX 76039. 817-685-1400 • eulessinfo@eulesstx.gov Show Your Heart Some Love February is American Heart Month, when the nation spotlights heart disease, the No. 1 killer of Americans. In most cases, heart disease is preventable when people adopt a healthy lifestyle and get regular checkups. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you can lower your chances of getting heart disease by doing the following: • Know your blood pressure. Uncontrolled blood pressure can lead to heart disease. • Talk to your doctor about being tested for diabetes. Having uncontrolled diabetes raises your risk of heart disease. • Quit smoking. If you don't smoke, don't start. If you do smoke, learn to quit. • Ask your doctor about checking your blood cholesterol and triglycerides. • Get at least 2 hours and 30 minutes of moderate -intensity physical activity a week. • Make healthy food choices. Being overweight raises your risk of heart disease. • Limit how much alcohol you drink to one drink a day. • Manage stress levels by finding healthy ways to cope with stress. Being kind to your heart doesn't have to be hard. The City of Euless has many resources and amenities to help you improve your physical and emotional health. For your physical wellbeing, there are parks and walking/ biking trails, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness machines, racquetball and basketball courts, softball fields, indoor walking track, pickleball court, gym and even a golf course. There are classes for Zumba, Pilates, yoga, water aerobics, swimming, dancing, Taekwon-Do, boxing cardio and more. For your emotional wellbeing, check out the fun and educational opportunities provided by the Parks Department, the Senior Center and the Library. There are stress -lowering events like scavenger hunts, outdoor concerts and Heritage Park tours, as well as engrossing senior programs that include art and craft classes, competitive games and group outings. For the month of February (and all the months that follow), show your heart some love by taking advantage of all that the City of Euless has to offer. GlEe February is National Library Lover's Month 201 N. Ector Drive 817-685-1480 Hours: Monday — Tuesday 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Wednesday — Thursday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Friday — Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p. m. Sunday I - 5 p.m. Celebrate National Library Lover's Month by visiting the Euless Public Library. Besides being a great place to borrow books, music and movies, it's also a great place to attend classes, meetings and engaging activities for people of all ages. The Library also offers extra outlets for visitors to plug in their devices, free Wi-Fi and free access to computers. These public computers have Internet access and basic Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), so you can use them for school projects, job -hunting activities, researching databases and more. The Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library is your library. Come and experience all the exciting things it has to offer. Valentine's Day Dinner Monday, February 14, 5:30 - 9 p.m. Raven's Grille 1400 Texas Star Parkway Treat your sweetheart to a romantic night out at Raven's Grille inside the Texas Star Golf Course. The restaurant is serving three- or four -course dinners, as well as wine and champagne specially chosen to complement the delicious entr6es and desserts. You may choose from the prix fixe menu or select your meal a -la -carte with your choice of a scrumptious appetizer and salad, a mouthwatering entr&e and a decadent dessert. Dinner is by reservation only, so make yours soon for a very special Valentine's Day dinner by Raven's Grille. Call 817-685-1847 to secure your spot. Christmas Light Removal The extreme weather in Texas can damage Christmas lights. To protect your home from possible fire and electrical damages, please remove your outdoor Christmas lights as soon as the holidays are over. This is required by the National Electrical Code, Article 527, Section 527.3-B. If you have questions, please contact Code Services at 817-685-1507. Your assistance is greatly appreciated! ABCD's of Medicare Workshop Friday, February 11, 1- 2 p.m. Conference Room, Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library 201 N. Ector Drive Are you looking to get the lay of the land when it comes to Medicare? Look no further. Enjoy this free class from Ellie Saul of M3 Retirement. An award - winning speaker and published writer, Ellie has been teaching Free Medicare and Financial Literacy Classes over the past decade and has become an advocate for senior rights. For more information, please call 817- 685-1480. Adult Fitness Personal Training Looking to take your Health and Wellness to the next level? Check out Performance Experience for a personalized program. The one-on-one training is geared specifically to the client's needs based on the goals established during the initial assessment. Your instructor will introduce, enhance, and fine-tune techniques to move you forward in your fitness journey. For more information, please call 817-685-1666 or you may email Recreation Coordinator Alex Harvey at aharvey@eulesstx.gov Daddy/Daughter Valentine's Dance Friday, February 4, 6:30 - 9 p.m. Texas Star Conference Center 1400 Texas Star Parkway Calling all dads, uncles and grandpas: This is the event you've been waiting for. Grab your favorite little lady and get ready for a night you'll both remember forever. Enjoy a night of dancing, refreshments, goody bags, photos and fun. Create memories that will last a lifetime for you and the most important girl in your life. All ages are welcome. This event sells out quickly, so please get your tickets early. Tickets are $15 per person and are available at the Euless Family Life Center or online at recreation. eulesstx.gov beginning January 3. For additional information, please call 817-685-1814. Heritage Park Open House Saturday, March 12, 1- Sp.m. Heritage Park 201 Cullum Drive Free tours of Heritage Park are on the second Saturday of every month from 1-5 p.m. The park is home to several important historic landmarks including the Fuller House, the Himes Log House, and the McCormick Barn. Special tours for groups can be arranged on a different day depending on staff availability.