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Home My WebLink AboutMayor's Newsletter 10/98C I T Y O F Greetings from Your Mayor Dear Citizens, After such a long, hot summer I know many of us are ready to return to cool activities , such as football games, soc- cer games, golf and school functions. The city provides many opportunities for every- one to enjoy during the fall and holiday season and I hope you will take advantage of some of the activities available for your family. In spite of the hot weather this summer, the Leisure Services Department reported full classes and more partici- pants than ever. The spectacular baseball fields at the Parks at Texas Star will be the site of the Pre -Majors Dixie Championship in July 1999. We are seeking volunteers to help coordinate this major sporting event so please consider helping make Euless the best tournament site in the country. We had our first City Open House in September and of course it was the first full day of rain we have had in months! But the attendance was good and citizens seemed to enjoy visiting our facilities as well as learning more about our city. We expect demolition of the Western Hills Inn to be com- pleted by December and hopefully we will begin construction on the new Police and Court facility in the early New Year. We hope to open this new building in the year 2000. We anticipate road construction to be completed on Westpark Way by November. The landscaping should begin after completion of the street and it will prove to be a beautiful thoroughfare for residents to travel upon. Highway 157 remains under construction and will be throughout 1999. And now that you have passed the bonds for our city to use for con- struction on Main Street, Harwood Road and Pipeline Road, we can look forward to the majority of our streets being repaired and expanded to better serve our growing city. City Council Members and staff had a successful working budget retreat and are pleased to announce that we will not increase the city tax rate again this year. We have not raised the city tax rate since 1993, when our tax rate was .62 per $100 valuation. For five years we have consistently lowered the city tax rate to the current rate of .52 per $100 valuation. E u L E s s We have included pertinent budget information in this newsletter for your review. We have accomplished so much in the past five years and with the help of the half cent sales tax, we have built a new library, revitalized the Town Centre and built the Parks at Texas Star. Thank you to all our citizens for your support. Citizens in Euless have formed a Wine Sales Committee to study the feasibility of wine sales in Euless grocery and conve- nience stores. They have asked to include information from their studies in this newsletter and I encourage you to read their conclusions. The Animal Shelter is the featured city department in this newsletter and I hope you will obtain a better understanding of their important role in our city. Whether you are looking for a great pet, want to volunteer or donate pet supplies, I'm sure you will want to visit this facility after you read about their daily operations. By now, I hope you have seen the bronze sculptures at special sites throughout the city. Rapture of the Human Spirit is located in front of the library; Dreaming of a Tour is at Texas Star Golf Course; and a bronze raven is perched on the Raven's Grille sign. The Stars of Tomorrow sculpture will be placed at Parks at Texas Star in late October and the new library sculpture will be ready in December. These are such beautiful additions to our city that truly enhance the exterior of our new facilities. Last year we had over ninety floats, cars, bands, marchers, etc. in our Christmas parade — truly a wonderful sight of citizen support. Our parade is scheduled for December 12th this year and if you or your organization would like to participate, please call Julia Wakeley at 685-1662. As always, I hope you will vote in all the elections—City, State and National—it is your right and your duty as an American citizen. As Euless citizens, you are encouraged to participate and volunteer in all our activities and become a part of Building a Better Tomorrow. C—A_a� cz,-L Mary Lib Saleh Mayor Euless Budget P. 2 Libraru Enters (gberswe P. 4 Euless Animal Shelter P. 6 Safetu Tips P. 8 Texas Recucles P.10 Tax We Remains lthough the budgeting process 1 requires months of analysis, Council knew from the beginning that their main goal would be to maintain the 1997 tax rate for 1998. On September 8, Council accomplished that goal by accepting the 1999 budget with the same tax rate of $.524, based on a $100 valuation. "This Council has been consistent in keeping their goal of lower taxes, while at the same time bringing new opportunities to Euless residents," said City Manager Tom Hart. Council Members approved several items including a new ambulance, library materials, a truck for the Parks department and additional computer hardware and software. An honorarium for speakers was a unique addition to the library, which will have featured speakers at their special events and activities. Few personnel addi- tions were needed, although a road inspec- tor position was funded to assist during SAIEs TAX TAX RATE BREAKDOWN EULESS 0.524754 HEB ISD 1.606257 TCJC 0.1064 COUNTY 0.264836 HOSPITAL 0.23407 TOTAL 2.736317 the future road projects approved in the bond election. Although the general fund pays for most of the projects and equipment for the city, the half -cent sales tax funded the construc- tion of Phase I of the Parks at Texas Star, which opened in November 1997. The quarter cent crime tax will fund the con- struction of the new police facility, which will be built on the Western Hills site and is scheduled to open in the year 2000. 8.25% collected in Euless on purchases made in city. The state of Texas collects 6.25% of this tax, while Euless collects the remaining 2%. The distribution of the tax is as follows: I% sales tax 1/2% economic development sales tax 1/4% crime control district sales tax 1/4% property relief sales tax Refer to the following definitions of each tax. calf Cent Sales Tax Approved in 1993 by Euless residents to collect an page 2 HEB ISD 5TCJC 8% 4% Euless 19% County 10% ospital Y �o "We're pleased and proud to present the same tax rate as last year to our citizens," said Mayor Mary Lib Saleh. "The Council worked hard not to increase the tax rate for our citizens and due to the city's great staff, we were able to accomplish our original goal." If you have any questions about the new budget, please call Finance Department at 685-1826. additional half cent sales tax for economic develop- ment, new public library (opened 1996) and Parks Athletic Complex (opened 1997). (rime (ontrol District Sales Tax Quarter cent sales tax approved by Euless residents in 1995. Funds have been used for new officers, drug search dog, mobile police unit and will be used for the construction of the new police and courts facility. Propertu Relief Sales Tax Quarter cent sales tax approved by Euless residents in 1996. This tax decreased ad valorem rates while adding another quarter cent sales tax to items pur- chased in Euless. Tdx Rate Impact ly 98/99 Average Home Value (1998) _ Less Homestead Exemption, 20% Adjusted Value Annual City Property Tax: (at tax rate .524754) Annual Impact of 1C Increase (.01) Over 65 Average Home Value = Less Homestead Exemption, 20% Adjusted Value Less Over 65 Exemption Net Value Annual City Property Tax: (at tax rate .524754) Annual Impact of 1 C Increase (.01) $84,290 ($16,858) $67,432 $353.85 (or $29.48 monthly) $6.74 or 56C monthly $77,169 (15,434) $61,735 ($30,000) $31,735 $166.53 (or $13.88 monthly) Note: Home Values are based on July 1998 average home values provided by Tarrant Appraisal District. City Services Supported by Taxes Based on an average home value of $54,290 each household will pay $353* in city taxes for the year, or $29.45 per month, to support these city services: 24 hour Police protection 24 hour Fire protection 24 hour Ambulance service Maintenance of public streets and lighting Library services, programs and activities Park facilities including softball fields, walking trails, swimming pools and tennis courts Animal Shelter services Environmental Health services including restaurant inspections Building Inspections and permitting services Code Enforcement services Mayor's Newsletter The Star (recreation guide) Arbor Daze Christmas Parade of Lights `assuming that 20% Homestead Exemption is used. page 3 Euless Public Library Norneme Enters Cyberspace Euless Public Library has a new research tool for Euless citizens: the Internet. Individuals can now access the Internet from the Library, which will be of great benefit to students com- pleting research papers or individuals seeking quick information on topics of interest. In addition to Internet access, the Library also has its own Library Home Page, which provides pertinent information about - the services and activities of the Euless Public Library. The pages include information on circulation ser- vices, adult services, youth services, hours of operation, an online catalog and how to contact the library staff. This new web site links with the Euless homepage so people who access the home page will also have the opportunity to visit this new munication Infrastructure Fund (TIF) Internet Connectivity Grant in October 1997. The grant encourages schools, libraries and non-profit The pages include information on circulation services, adult services, youth services, hours of operation, an online cata- ]og and how to contact the library staff. Library home page. The Library applied for a Telecom- hospitals to connect to the Internet and the grant funding received goes toward equipment, train- ing and connectivity. The Council voted to accept the $49,977 grant for the project and the process began of �— designing and installing this new service during the summer of 1998. The Library staff set up an action plan to insure proper use of the Internet. The Internet service is currently connected to four computers in the Library and is net- worked with two laser printers. Individuals LOW ODA[ [ ADDRESS* euless.lib.tx.us `available after/anuary 1999 October 28 Halloween Puppet Show 10:00 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. November 3 Lets Talk About Books 1:30 p.m. November 8 Second Sunday Spotlight 2:00 p.m. November 21 Super Saturday III, Learn Origami 10:00 a.m. December 9 Christmas Puppet Show 10:00 a.m. & 3:30 p.m. December 13 Second Sunday Spotlight 2:00 p.m. December 19 Super Saturday III, Christmas Stories & Films 10:00 a.m. January 16 Super Saturday III, Making Valentines 10:00 a.m. Weekly Programs Storytime, Tuesday & Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. (ages 3 & up) Toddler Time, Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. (ages 18 mo. to 3 yrs) Games & Gab, Saturdays (except Super Saturdays) 10:00 a.m. Monthly Programs Lets Talk About Books, first Tuesday of month, 1:30 p.m. Super Saturday III, third Saturday of month, 10:00 a.m. Second Sunday Spotlight, second Sunday of month, 2:00p.m. Library Board Meeting, first Thursday of month, 7:00 p.m. Parenting Workshops, third Tuesday of month, 11:00 a.m. ALL LIBRARY PROGRAMS ARE FREE! using the Internet service are asked to sign up for selected one hour intervals and use is limited to two hours per week. A valid Euless library card is required. For information about the Euless Public Library, call 685-1679. Students Sign -Up for Library Cards Euless Library Manager Betty Yarbrough and twenty volunteers distributed free library cards to students, parents and faculty at Euless elementary school reg- istrations in August. The principals, teach`` ers, staff and volun- teers at the following schools should be applauded for their efforts to promote the reading of library books to chil- dren. The following demonstrates the number of people who registered at each elementary school: Lakewood 40 Midway Park 32 North Euless 39 Oakwood Terrace 54 South Euless 46 Wilshire 34 Total 245 Distributing library cards at school registra- tions has become an annual event that the library staff and PTA volunteers look forward to each year. Library staff is already preparing to be on hand during the Kindergarten Round Up in the spring. If you would like additional information about signing up for library cards or about library activities, please call 685-1679. Bond Prowdl Approved bu E Pesidents TP[ PROPOSAL ASKED (ITIIENS FOR TUE APPROVAL uless residents approved the bond OF TUE ISSUANCE Of 13.5 proposal for street improvements in MILLION DOLLARS IN GENERAL the general election held on October 3. OBLIGATION BONDS EOR STREET The proposal asked citizens for the approval of the issuance of 13.5 million dollars in IMPROVEMENTS. general obligation bonds for street improvements to include Main Street, Harwood Road and West Pipeline Road. Only 633 of the 26,164 registered voters participated in the election. There were 480 voters who supported the street projects and 153 who voted against the bond proposal. The street improvements include the following: MAIN STREET widen Main Street to a 5 -lane undivided street, from S.H. 10 to Harwood Road replace asphalt road with concrete road replace traffic signals utilities placed underground (S.H. 183 to Midway) upgrade street lighting construct sidewalks enhance appearance by planting trees and landscaping the area PARWOOD ROAD widen Harwood Road to a 6 -lane divided roadway, from Main Street to S.H. 360 replace and add traffic signals relocate utilities add street lighting construct sidewalks add major drainage improvements enhance appearance by planting trees and landscaping the area WEST PIPELINE ROAD widen West Pipeline Road to a 4 -lane divided roadway, from Raider Drive to S.H. 10 replace traffic signals relocate utilities add street lighting construct sidewalks add major drainage improvements enhance appearance by planting trees and landscaping the area Euless Officials anticipate Main Street to be the first construction project, with construc- tion to begin in 1999. Harwood and West Pipeline would be under construction thereafter, with each project under construction approximately two years apart. page 5 In the spotlight: Euless Animal Shelter hat does a typical day entail at the Euless Animal Shelter? As the supervisor will tell you, there is no typical day for Animal Ser- vices considering they answer to several types of calls daily. They respond to calls regarding stray animals, barking dogs, loose wild animals, dead animals, animal bites, cruelty to animals, animals caught in traps, and any other types of calls from citizens regarding animals in Euless. The Shelter receives approximately 170480 calls monthly, which means there is ample opportunity for animals to be adopted from the Animal Shelter. Individuals wanting to adopt a dog or cat can visit the Shelter and talk with Animal Services Officers about the type of animal they are seeking. After an animal has been at the Shelter for 72 hours, it can be adopted. The Shelter requires the new owner to sign a contract are not always quick to call the Animal Shelter when their dog is missing because they usually assume it was stolen. As a result, many dogs are adopted when their owner could have notified Animal Services about their lost pet. Euless Animal Shelter is a safe haven for stray animals although their time may be short lived. There is not enough space to house the large amount of animals that are brought into the Shelter, therefore, ani- mals brought into the Shelter only stay for 72 hours before they are either adopted, sent to SPCA or euthanized. Dogs are sent to SPCA after 72 hours while cats are euthanized after that time. A mobile veterinarian, Dr. Gayla Maas, frequently visits the Shelter and provides various services for the animals including vaccinations, routine lab work and minor committing to spay or neuter the ai and pay $25 for dogs, $20 for cats, which will cover the cost of the rabies vaccination and the adoption fee. If the owner fails to spay or neuter the ani- mal, they will be fined until the procedure is completed. Dogs available at the shelter range from the average mutt to a purebred house pet. Owners ADOPTION OF DOGS ($15 for rabies vaccinatio $10 for adoption fee) ADOPTION OF CATS ($15 for rabies vaccinatic $5 for adoption fee) emergen- page 6 also makes her services available to the public so Euless residents can bring their pets to the Shelter on specified days to receive shots and other pet services. The Officers who tend to the animals have a true love for animals and seek ways to make the animals feel comfortable in the unfamiliar and new place. They bring in old towels and play toys for each of the dogs and cats and spend time with them in the play pen outside. The Officers even try to house train the dogs so they are more appealing to new owners seeking to adopt. The staff consists of one supervisor, one full time officer, one part time officer and a kennel technician. Each of them has different experiences to offer, ranging from tenure at the zoo to a veterinarian technician to the Humane Society. "We have a great staff at the Animal Shelter and as a result, there has been a tremendous increase in adoptions than in previous years," said Kim Peckler, Animal Services Supervisor. The Officers not only tend to domestic Mobile Storefront Useful Tool for Police As Euless Police Officers continue to seek new and inviting opportuni- ties to meet residents in their district and cultivate positive relationships with children, the Mobile Storefront has proved to be a successful tool in cultivating those relationships. The Mobile Storefront is a Mobile RV Unit that has air conditioned open space for residents to visit with police officers or for children to play games such as checkers or cards. It provides a safe haven for individuals wanting to visit with officers on issues in their neighborhood or learn crime fighting tips. "We have had a tremendous response from residents who like the idea of the police being accessible, especially for their children," said Officer Joe Hoerth. "We really targeted at -risk youth this summer by visiting several apartment complexes and residential areas so adolescents could become involved with positive activities rather than being bored and getting into mischief." The mobile unit has been used in other aspects such as National Night Out and at school events. Officers visit the schools on ... Continued from page 6 animals, they provide traps for wild animals that cause destruction or harm to homes in Euless. Opossums, raccoons, skunks and any other wild animal can be captured by a trap and then would be taken away from the city to adapt to a new habitat in the country. The Animal Shelter is open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. An Animal Services Officer is on-call 24 hours a day in case of an emergency called in by a citizen or the need to assist in a police or fire situation. If an several occasions frequently presenting safety issues in the mobile unit. During the bicycle safety presentations, they were able to give away free helmets and register bicycles in the mobile unit, providing a fun environment for students to learn about this safety issue. The mobile unit can also be used as an emergency command center for the police and fire departments. If a situation develops where police or fire need to be at a location for an extended period of time, the unit can become their point of operation to make phone calls, delegate plans of action or provide a resting place for exhausted officers or firefighters. The mobile unit was purchased through the Crime Control District Tax, which is a quarter -cent tax passed in 1995 by Euless residents. If any neighborhood or apartment group would like the mobile unit to visit their area, please call the Police Storefront at 685-1814. animal is present in a police operation or fire, Animal Services is called upon to deliver the animal from any harm. Euless Animal Shelter is located at 1517 Westpark Way. For additional infor- mation on the Animal Shelter, how to vol- unteer or donate pet food or toys, please call 685-1594. page 7 +MA)vX,3,L NEW Y"61 A EVE PA RTY TROUT FYSHING IN AMERICA Texas Star Conference Centre 1400 Texas Star Parkway KIDS SHOW Doors Open at 1:00pm Showtime at 2:00pm $12 includes party favors COUNT DOWN SHOW Doors open at 9:00pm Showtime at 10:00pm $35 includes unlimited snacks & party favors Remember these Safety Tips • Park your car in the garage or the driveway. • Roll up the windows and lock your car. • Do not leave anything inside your car. Criminals will break into your car just to see if anything is under a coat you left in the floorboard or in a box you left in the back seat. Take everything out of your car, including your cellular phone, tapes or a CD case. • Close and lock all of your doors and windows. Euless is still experiencing a problem with burglaries because homeowners don't lock doors/windows and items are left in cars that entice burglars to steal. Please remember these safety tips, especially with the holidays approaching. If you have any uestions or would like to visit with a police officer TICKETS ON SALE November 15 at Midway Recreation Center Reserve your tickets early for A this sell-out concert! Call 685-1666 for tickets "All EYes Are ony,,,, No Problems noted. Thank you! --- Doors -Windows open unlocked. Unsecured vehicle Valuables left in vehicle Keys left in vehicle aioyclearfoys unsecured --_ Fence gate open/unlocked - Newspaper/mom not collected Other. manit you for your assistan ing Euless a safe Lance in and work. Place to live contactave any questions, lease 685_1536.� Cie �evenuon Unit at Officer Euless Police Departrnent Emergency 911 9 Police place this on your about precautions you can take, please call door if they observe any Sgt. Mike Brown at 685-1563. of the listed items. page 8 t ------------J c t police Depar"en Dear Resident/Business person, I checked thistion on and havee nsc at __-- reverse side what I observed on the of this card. Your police Department believes that Crime Prevention is the joint responsibility of Citizens and the police Department. t1 All Eyes Are On Youe e Parks at TeXdS Star Catches Dixie Pre -Mayors World Series in 1999 arks at Texas Star in Euless was ' announced as the next location for the Dixie Pre -Major World Series in 1999. The best of the best in baseball will travel from across the nation to compete in the World Series scheduled for July 30 - August 5, 1999. Teams from North Charleston, Arkansas, Tennessee, Georgia, Texas, Virginia, Louisiana, South Carolina, Alabama and Mississippi will compete in this prestigious tournament, which will bring a huge economic boost to Euless with guests staying in hotels, eating at restaurants and shopping at local retailers. Euless Officials are excited by the opportunities this tournament will bring to Euless, especially since this year's host, North Charleston, is estimating that the total impact of the 1998 series could exceed $1,800,000, not including local to become involved on the planning committee and the actual event. This event will need several community leaders to be a success." The World Series was held in North Charleston in July 1998, and over 150 volunteers helped plan the entire week- long event. Over 170 youth participated in the event, which brought over 80 families to the North Charleston area. The Dixie Pre -Majors World Series is tentatively scheduled for July 30 - August 5, 1999. The City of Euless and the Euless Athletic Association ill be putting together a plan- ninS committee for the World Series and anyone interested in volunteering can call Ray McDonald at 6854669. City Officials are especially seeking volun- teers native to the states that will be attendance. "We are absolutely thrilled to host this tournament and feel that this will be the first of many World Series played at the Parks at Texas Star," said Rick Herold, General Manager of Texas Star. "We really want to encourage community members participating in the tournament. CONCTR TULATIONS to Open House Winners Anniece McKanna Family Prize Package Jonathon Weeks Kids Prize Package Anniece McKanna and her family visited sixteen of the seventeen open house sites. Jonathon Weeks visited five of the facilities to qualify for the Kids Prize Package. We appreciate your support and interest of Euless events. page 9 November 30 - Decem Dinner — 6:00 pm er Show — 8:15 pm "If You 9 re Not Ming Pedily Pecycling" Each day the average American throws away more than four pounds of garbage, which adds up to about 208 million tons of waste a year. In the past 10 years, the recycling rate has increased from 11 percent to 27 percent. This is great news, but to keep increasing the recycling rate, we need to Recycled, You're Not Dream House," a two story, 1,859 -square foot contemporary design with direct gain passive solar heating. The "Dream House" is valued at $200,000. The win- ner will be chosen December 15 from a 5th Annual TEXAS RECYCLES DAY November 15,1998 buy products made from the materials we recycle. The fifth annual Texas Recycles Day will be held November 15, 1998, and the theme is, "If You're Not Buying Recycled, You're Not Really Recycling." Euless residents will receive a pledge card in their water bills and will have the oppor- tunity to pledge to buy more recycled products, recycle more waste or support a recycling event. Each resident who com- pletes and returns the pledge card will be entered in a drawing sponsored by America Recycles Day. Each participant will have a chance to win a Disneyworld Vacation package or the "American Green random draw- ing of entries from across the nation. Last year's Texas Recycles Day event took place at the Euless Home Depot, and featured a presentation on backyard composting by Masi Composter Jim Brattc Approximately 20% of waste that is landfilled grass, leaves and tree trim mings. In an effort tc inform our citizens about the many benefits of composting, this year's Texas Recycles Day event, which is still in the planning stages, will again focus on com- ffollt�� I�U�r There will be no trash or recycling pick up on these specified holidays: Thursday, November 26 Friday, December 25 Friday, January 1 Trash and recycling services will resume on the next regularly scheduled pick up day. If you have questions about trash or recycling pick up, please call 685-1410. page 10 *V posting. Citizens will receive information about the event in their waterbills and information will also be available at the Municipal Complex. For more informa- tion on Texas Recycles Day or the Euless "Blue Bag" recycling program, please call 685-1410. Wine Sales Study Committee Reports findings he July 1997 Mayor's Newsletter reported that the Euless City Council appointed a nine member committee on May 27 to study the different possibilities and effects of allowing wine sales in the City of Euless. The study committee, chaired by Dwayne Wilcox, has completed the study and has reported their findings to the City Council. The commit- tee reached several conclusions in their report regarding the off -premise sale of wine that include the following: The city is currently losing rev- enue to the cities of Grapevine and Colleyville, adjacent cites that cur- rently allow wine sales. If wine sales were available in Euless stores, it would result in more Euless residents shopping in local stores, helping to recapture those dollars and increase the sales tax base. 2) Due to our location relative to the cities of Irving, Fort Worth, Arlington, Hurst, and Bedford (none of which allow wine sales), allowing wine sales would provide the City of Euless an opportunity to increase grocery revenue as citizens from those cities would ne to Euless to hop. This import of dollars would also be benefi- cial to the over- all sales tax base. 3) Additionally, permitting wine ales in the city ould allow Euless :o compete for oupermarkets and strip shopping on the north end of the city and also induce the develop- ment of grocery stores to the south end of the city. 4) According to the Texas Wine and Wine Grape Industry, 60% of wine sales comes from grocery stores. This distribution of wine sales is not available in Euless. Soon after the study committee reported their findings to the City Council, there began an effort within the community to change the current alcoholic beverage law to allow for the off -premise sale of wine in Euless stores. Currently, the only off - premise alcohol sales allowed in Euless is for beer only. This citizen group has orga- nized a petition drive to call for the local option election that is required by the state to change the current law (the city cannot call for such an election, rather it must be called by voter petition). The citizen committee must obtain, within a 30 day period, signatures from 35% of the regis- tered voters in Euless, approximately 9,000 signatures. The citizen committee initiated the petition drive in early October and if the committee is able obtain the necessary signatures, an election could be held in early December. Although the City can not take a position on the issue of allowing wine sales in Euless, City Officials would like citizens to be aware of this initiative taking place. If you have any questions about this citizen initiative, call 283-1231. page 11 r(A L �[H D A I OCTOBER 3OFriday Nite at The Rec, Midway Recreation Center, 7-11 p.m. 24 City Council Meeting, Municipal Complex, Bldg. B, 7:00 p.m. 26-27 Thanksgiving Holiday, City facilities closed Halloween Howl II (must register),—Dec. 5 A Country Christmas 31 The Villages of Bear Creek, Carol, 7:00 p.m. Ruth Millican Center, 6:00 p.m. NOYND 2 Out of School's Kool Il (must register), Midway Recreation Center, 8-4 3 Election Day 10 City Council Meeting, Municipal Complex, Bldg. B, 7:00 p.m. t5Texas Recycles Day Boards and Commission Dinner, 16 Midway Recreation Center, 7:00 p.m. 1 Senior Holiday Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., register by Nov 11 1 Friday Nite at The Rec, Midway Recreation Center, 7-11 p.m H E C I T Y O F EULESS DREAM 8City Council Meeting, Municipal Complex, Bldg. B, 7:00 p.m. 11 Friday Nite at The Rec, Midway Recreation Center, 7-11 p.m. 12 Christmas Parade of Lights, Begins at Main Street, 6:30 p.m. 25 Christmas Holiday, City facilities closed 31 Trout Fishing in America, Texas Star Conference Centre, 2:00 Kids show, 10:00 Count Down Show POSTAL CUSTOMER Mayor Mary Lib Saleh (ouncilpersons Bobby Baker Carl Tyson Leon Hogg Charlie Miller Mayor ProTem Glenn Walker Katie Edwards City Manager Tom Hart Deputy City Manager Joe Hennig Media and Community Relations Coordinator/Editor Jenny Kratz The Mayor's Newsletter is a quarterly publication of the City of Euless. If you have any comments or suggestions, please call 685-1821 or write to: 201 North Ector Drive Euless, Texas, 76039. MISSION STATEMENT '11 -IF MISSION OF THE CITY OF Eui..ESs Is: 'Io provide citizens the most efficient services possible that protect and enhance quality of life, through planning and visionary leadership. A Mayor's Newsletter is 201 North Ector Drive, Euless, Texas 76039 817/685-1821 �� printed on recycled paper. BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT #28 EULESS, TEXAS