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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-01 Euless TodayJanuary2018 Dear Citizens, It's the start of a brand new year and we have a lot of great things on the horizon. First of all, please join us for the Town Hall meeting. It's great way to learn about upcoming projects and programs and a great place to ask questions or give suggestions. January is also a great time for resolutions. If fitness is a resolution of yours, there are some great opportunities to start the new year off on the right foot. The Euless Family Life Center will offer a Free Fitness Day towards the end of the month that will give you a chance to try out classes, find instructors that you like and take a complete tour of the facility. We are also kicking off the It's Time Texas Challenge. This is a statewide completion that encourages more activity, healthier eating and community health events. Please consider joining us in this challenge and help us win some money for our local schools. Did you know...? The Euless Public Library has over 86,000 titles for all ages that are downloadable to your digital device? Linda Martin Mayor Tim Stinneford Place 1 Jeremy Tompkins Place 2 Eddie Price Mayor ProTem Place 3 Linda Eilenfeldt Place 4 Harry Zimmer Place 5 Perry Bynum Place 6 The Euless City Council Euless Today is published by the City of Euless. 201 N. Ector Dr. •Euless, TX 76039 •817-685-1400 •eulessinfo@eulesstx.gov • Uverse Ch. 99 •Euless Cable Channel 16 •www.EulessTx.gov/MyEuless City of Euless General Election Candidate Filing Period January 17 - February 16 Filing for a place on the May 5, 2018 City of Euless General Election ballot begins Wednesday, January 17 and runs through Friday, February 16 at 5 p.m. Informational materials are available from the City Secretary's Office. For more information, please call 817-685-1400. Town Hall Meeting Thursday, January 18, 7 p.m. Euless City Hall, 201 N. Ector Dr. Let your voice be heard at the Euless Town Hall meeting while learning about upcoming projects and new programs. Your opinion is important and we want to hear it at the winter Town Hall meeting. Representatives from all departments along with your elected City Council Members will be available for your questions, comments or suggestions. We look forward to hearing from you to help keep our city FabEuless! For more information, please call 817-685-1400. et-jan2018.qxp 11/21/2017 1:54 PM Page 1 Coffee With a Cop Wednesday, January 10, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Chick-fil-A, 3003 TX-121, Euless, 76039 Join your Euless Police Officers for coffee and conversation! There’s no set agenda, so this is a great opportunity to ask questions, share your concerns, make suggestions or just get to know the officers in your neighborhood. We hope to see you there! City of Euless Privacy Policy The City of Euless Utility Billing Office is committed to the privacy of its customers. Customers may control the release of account information in accordance with Texas Utilities Code Ch. 182. For specific information about your account, you will need to provide us with certain personally identifiable information. Someone outside the City of Euless may request customer information. Under Texas Utilities Code Ch. 182, individuals/consumers may sign a confidentiality form or send a written confidentiality request. If such a request is received, information such as customer address, telephone number, and consumption information will not be released except to a consumer reporting agency, employee of a utility or another utility company, any state or federal government employee and their contractors or subcontractors, or to a person for whom the customer has contractually waived confidentiality for personal information. Customer information may be used by a third party collection agency contracted with the City of Euless to collect delinquent accounts. If you would like to obtain the confidentiality form, please visit www.eulesstx.gov/water or 817-685-1471. Christmas Tree Recycling Event Saturday, January 6, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Euless Family Life Aquatic Park Parking Lot 300 W. Midway Drive Don't throw away your live Christmas tree - recycle it! And then join us for the Christmas Tree Recycling Event on Saturday. The City is hosting a tree mulching demonstration and giving away bags of mulch and tree saplings to the public. Additionally, we’re serving free hot dogs and drinks to anyone who participates in the recycling event. To recycle your Christmas tree, drop off your live tree (with no decorations or lights) at the designated area of Midway Park from December 26 to January 13. The City will turn your tree into mulch, which it uses throughout the year to maintain City parks and medians. Residents may bring their own bag to fill with mulch for their gardens or flowers. Limit one bag per person. The Parks Department may work with residents on additional quantities if available. For more information, call 817-685-1650. Adult Spelling Bee Saturday, January 13, 10:30 a.m. - noon Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library 201 N. Ector Dr. Get your teams ready for a spell off at our Second Annual Adult Spelling Bee! There will be prizes, the opportunity to represent Euless in a spelling bee with local libraries, and of course, bragging rights! So gather 2-4 of your most trustworthy friends and prepare to BEE the best. No registration required. et-jan2018.qxp 11/21/2017 1:54 PM Page 2 Wanted: Teen Court Volunteers The H.E.B. Teen Court is looking for adult and teen volunteers. Volunteering for Teen Court is a fun and great way to serve your community. Teens and adults work together to provide defendants the opportunity to take responsibility for their actions, while learning about the justice system. Teen volunteers learn public speaking skills, interviewing techniques and administrative skills. Local attorneys and the Teen Court Coordinator combine their time and talents to provide all teen volunteers with thorough training. Teen Court is a peer program that allows juvenile first offenders with Class C misdemeanors an alternative in the criminal justice system. Teen volunteers serve as the attorneys, bailiffs and clerks, while adult volunteers assist during court sessions as jury monitors and judges. You are welcome to visit any Teen Court session to observe and find out more about our program. If interested, call the Teen Court office at 817-952-2468. Volunteer of the Year Nominations are Due Do you know a volunteer or business that goes "above and beyond" to make our community FabEuless? We are looking for nominations for Volunteer of the Year, so we can celebrate the dedication and service of these exceptional people. Help us honor a resident/business for outstanding volunteer service to make Euless great! We invite Euless residents to nominate a Volunteer, Business and Youth of the Year for outstanding service during 2017. Please include a 100-word explanation along with your form. For more information, visit www.euless.org/voy or contact Betsy Deck at 817-685-1821. Nomination forms are due January 26, 2018. IT'S TIME TEXAS Community Challenge January 8 - March 4 New Year, New You! Now is a great time to start living a healthier lifestyle and IT'S TIME TEXAS can help you. Presented by H-E-B, this challenge is a free, statewide competition in which Texas communities compete to see which communities can demonstrate the greatest commitment to healthy living. IT'S TIME TEXAS Community Challenge starts on January 8, 2018 and runs through March 4, 2018. Winners will be announced on the IT'S TIME TEXAS Facebook page. IT'S TIME TEXAS will award five communities with a custom trophy and a banner recognizing their achievements, as well as a $1,200 check to fund a healthy project at school. Plus, the winners will receive statewide recognition and bragging rights for the rest of the year. There are a number of different ways to earn points for your community. To start, you must be a registered user at the website, www.ItsTimeTexas.org, which will award your community 50 points. Once registered, visit your Community's Profile Page on the site to submit different activities to help your community compete for the crown. Last year more than 23,500 Texans, representing roughly 330 communities participated in the Challenge. They exercised more and tracked their workouts, ate healthier, organized group and community health events, and encouraged their friends, family, colleagues and fellow community members to join them in demonstrating their commitment to healthier cities and a healthier state. Let's get healthy. It's time, Euless! et-jan2018.qxp 11/21/2017 1:57 PM Page 3 January Happenings at the Senior Center The Euless Family Life Senior Center requires that all participants become a member. It’s SIMPLY FabEuless to join. Complete a membership form, have your picture made and the ADVENTURE begins. Memberships are open to the 60+ population. Please contact the center at 817-685-1671 for membership fees. The center offers a variety of activities for the 60+ members. Some of the ADVENTURES you may experience … •Arts and Crafts Classes:Card Making, Crochet, Knitting, Cross Stitch, Painters' Corner and Quilting. •Games and Such: "84", Billiards, Bingo, Bunco, Domino games, Mah Jongg, Chinese Mah Jongg, Party Bridge, Pickleball, Ping Pong and Texas Hold'em. •Health and Wellness Classes: Zumba, Sit and Fit, Pilates, Movin and Groovin, Easy Chair Fitness, Gentle Yoga and Chair Yoga and Walk with Ease. •Health Screening & Seminars: Lunch & Learn, Seminars, Mind Fit, Medicare Q & A, and much more. •Special Interest: AARP Driving, Book Club, Book Review, Cooking Classes, Genealogy Group, Line Dancing and much more. •Music: Jammers on Thursdays at 1p.m. •Special Events: AARP Tax Help, Pool Tournament and much more. •Social: Mystery Lunch, Dining Out and Thursday Night Social. •Upcoming Trips: For more information, please visit our website at PlayEuless.org, or call or stop by the center. For more information please call or stop by the center to get your SIMPLY FabEuless Adventure started. Membership Opportunities Available Whether you are a Euless resident or non- resident, the Euless Family Life Center offers membership plans to suit your needs. There are 3- month and 12-month membership plans, as well as plans that include childcare and access to the indoor pool. All plans include the use of the fitness center for ages 16+ (ages 12-15 may use the fitness center when accompanied by a designated adult guardian age 16+). For membership plans, pricing and information visit www.eulesstx.gov/pacs/memberships.htm. Free Fitness Day Saturday, January 27, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Euless Family Life Center 300 W. Midway Dr. Enjoy a free day of fitness and learn how you can reach your fitness goals at the Euless Family Life Center. Speak with knowledgeable instructors, try out free class demonstrations, work out in the weight room and tour the facility. And don't forget to see the indoor pool and discover all the amazing programs available to you. The fitness center will also have refreshments and activities for children. A photo ID is required if you would like to use the facility free for the day. Come by and take a tour! We'd love to show you our facility. Please call 817- 685-1666 for more information regarding this free event. et-jan2018.qxp 11/21/2017 1:58 PM Page 4 January Aquatics Euless Family Life Center / 300 W. Midway Dr. / 817-685-1666 OPEN SWIM: Monday & Wednesday, 12:20-5 p.m., 7:20-8:30 p.m. / Tuesday & Thursday 12:20-5:30 p.m., 7:30-8:30 p.m. / Friday 12:20-5 p.m. / Saturday 10:30-3:30 p.m. / Sunday noon-3:30 p.m. Note: Below are the swim lessons available at the time of this publication. For more detailed information on swim lessons for the Winter, please pick up a copy of the Winter/Spring 2018 Playbook or look for it online at www.eulesstx.gov/pacs. To register for Winter classes visit the Euless Family Life Center or register on-line at www.eulesstx.gov/pacs. Registration for January swim lessons opens December 14th for residents. NATATORIUM SWIM LESSONS CLASS#BEG AGE DAY TIME #WKS $R/NR PARENT & TOT 220007-01 1/15 6mo-2 MW 6:15-6:45pm 3 $45/$50 WATER TOTS 220000-01 1/15 3-4 MW 5:40-6:10pm 3 $45/$50 WATER TOTS 220000-02 1/15 3-4 MW 6:15-6:45pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 1 220001-01 1/15 4-9 MW 5:05-5:35pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 1 220001-02 1/15 4-9 MW 5:40-6:10pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 1 220001-03 1/15 4-9 MW 6:15-6:45pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 1 220001-04 1/15 4-9 MW 6:50-7:20pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 2 220002-01 1/15 4-9 MW 5:05-5:35pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 2 220002-02 1/15 4-9 MW 5:40-6:10pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 2 220002-03 1/15 4-9 MW 5:40-6:10pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 3 220003-01 1/15 5-15 MW 5:05-5:35pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 3 220003-02 1/15 5-15 MW 6:50-7:20pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 4 220004-01 1/15 5-15 MW 5:05-5:35pm 3 $45/$50 LEVEL 4 220004-02 1/15 5-15 MW 6:50-7:20pm 3 $45/$50 ADULT 220008-01 1/15 15+ MW 6:50-7:20pm 3 $45/$50 SWIM TEAM PREP 220500-01 1/15 5-15 MW 6:15-6:45pm 3 $45/$50 WATER AEROBICS SCHEDULE -Seniors: $30/month unlimited classes (must be an Aquatic Member) -Under 60: $45/month unlimited classes (must be an Aquatic Member) -Sign up for individual class for the whole month: $5 per class (must pay for all classes in the month for this pricing) -Punch Pass and drop in classes also available. et-jan2018.qxp 11/21/2017 1:58 PM Page 5 JANUARY CLASSES / Euless Family Life Center, 300 W. Midway Dr. For complete descriptions, visit www.eulesstx.gov/eflc or on Facebook “Euless Parks & Community Services.” EFLC HOURS: M-TH:5 a.m. - 9 p.m. •FRI:5 a.m. - 8 p.m. • SAT:8 a.m. - 6 p.m. • SUN:noon - 6 p.m. EDUCATION CLASS#BEG AGE DAY TIME #WKS $ INC TUTORING 9TH-12TH 210400-01 1/8 9TH-12TH M 5:30-8PM 4 $182 INC TUTORING K - 5TH 210401-01 1/10 K - 5TH W 5PM-7PM 4 $182 INC TUTORING 6TH-8TH 210402-01 1/13 6TH-8TH S 3PM-5PM 4 $182 YOUTH ACTIVITIES CLASS#BEG AGE DAY TIME #WKS $ TWO'S TIME 210000-01 1/9 1.5-3 TTH 9-12PM 4 $77 FUN TIME FOR LEARNERS 210002-01 1/8 3-5 MW 9AM-1PM 4 $137 TERRIFIC TUES & THUR 210003-01 1/9 3-5 TTH 9AM-1PM 4 $137 MUSIC IS KEY 1 210800-01 1/5 2-3 F 11-11:30AM 4 $45 MUSIC IS KEY 2 210801-01 1/5 4-5 F 11:45AM-12:30PM 4 $62 MOMMDY/DADDY & ME 210520-01 1/20 2-3.5 S 9-9:30AM 8 $95 TOT/PRE-SOCCER 210521-01 1/20 3.5-5 S 9:40-10:15AM 8 $95 SOCCER 1 210523-01 1/20 5-6 S 10:15-11AM 8 $95 SOCCER 2 210524-01 1/20 7-10 S 11-11:45AM 8 $95 TIGERKUBS 210130-01 1/8 5-8 M 6-6:45PM 9 $32 TAEKWON-DO BEGINNER 210131-01 1/8 9-15 M/T 6-7:15PM 9 $92 TAEKWON-DO ADVANCED 210132-01 1/8 9-15 M/TH 6-7:15PM 9 $92 PRESCHOOL DANCE SHINING STARS 210258-01 1/9 2-3 T 4:45-5:30PM 4 $64 ROCKIN' ROBINS 210259-01 1/12 3-4 F 4:30-5:30PM 3 $51 RISING STARS 210260-01 1/11 4-5 TH 4-5PM 3 $51 SOUL STEPPERS 210261-01 1/10 4-5 W 12-1PM 4 $67 TWINKLE TOES 210262-01 1/10 3-4 W 11AM-12PM 4 $67 TINY DANCERS 210263-01 1/10 2-3 W 10-10:45AM 4 $64 PINK TUTUS 210264-01 1/9 3-4 T 5:30-6:30PM 4 $67 FUNKY BEAT 210265-01 1/11 6-8 TH 6-7PM 3 $51 INTRO TO BALLET 210207-01 1/11 5-6 TH 5-6PM 3 $51 TAP/BALLET/HIP HOP/JAZZ SHOW STOPPERS 210256-01 1/8 4-5 M 4-5PM 4 $67 TAP/BALLET/JAZZ FAST STEPPERS 210257-01 1/9 6-8 T 4-5PM 4 $67 BALLET BALLET LEVEL 1 210225-01 1/11 7-9 TH 6-7PM 3 $51 BALLET LEVEL 2 210226-01 1/11 10+TH 7-8PM 3 $51 TAP-JAZZ LEVEL 1 210201-01 1/11 7-9 TH 5-6PM 3 $51 LEVEL 2 210202-01 1/9 9-10 TH 5-6:30PM 4 $77 LEVEL 3 210203-01 1/11 10-13 TH 7-8:30PM 3 $58 LEVEL 4 210204-01 1/9 13-17 T 7:30-9PM 4 $77 HIP HOP BEGINNERS 210270-01 1/11 7-10 TH 5-6PM 3 $51 INTERMEDIATE 210205-01 1/11 11-15 TH 6-7PM 3 $51 DRILL TEAM PREP 210271-01 1/11 13+ TH 7-8PM 3 $51 TUMBLING PRESCHOOL TUMBLING 210208-01 1/12 3-5 F 5:30-6:30PM 3 $51 INTERMEDIATE TUMBLING 210209-01 1/12 F 6:30-7:30PM 3 $51 NORTH TX CHESS 210405-01 1/8 6-12 M/W 4-5PM 4 $82 ADULT/TEEN ACTIVITIES CLASS#BEG AGE DAY TIME #WKS $ BOOT CAMP MONDAYS 210350-01 1/8 16+M 6-7PM 4 $42 BOOT CAMP WEDNESDAYS 210351-01 1/10 16+W 10-11AM 4 $42 TAI CHI-BEGINNERS 210305-01 1/9 14+T 6-7PM 4 $40 TAI CHI-ADVANCED 210306-01 1/9 14+ T 7-8PM 4 $40 BARRE FITNESS 210315-01 1/4 15+ TH 9:30-10:20AM 4 $42 ZEN YOGA 210325-01 1/3 MW 5-5:55PM 3.5 $37 YOU CAN PAINT 210810-01 1/25 14+ TH 6-8:45PM 1 $39 ADULT TAP 210245-01 1/9 17+ T 6:30-7:30PM 4 $62 PILATES,YOGA,CARDIO 210320-01 1/3 MW 6-6:55PM 3.5 $37 BACK TO BASICS YOGA 210310-01 1/9 13+ T 7-8PM 4 $22 MIXXED FIT 210504-01 1/8 18+ M/W 8-9PM 4 $38 TAEKWON-DO ADULT 210133-01 1/9 16+ T/TH 7:30-9PM 9 $110 DIABETES SELF MGT 210406-01 3/6 18 T/TH 10AM-12:30PM 3 FREE CAKE DECORATING BUTTER CREAM BASICS 210801-01 1/9 12+T 5-6PM 4 $67 ADVANCED 210802-01 1/9 12+T 7-8PM 4 $67 et-jan2018.qxp 11/21/2017 1:59 PM Page 6