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Home My WebLink About2018-07 Euless TodayJuly2018 Dear Citizens, I am pleased to welcome back Councilmember Harry Zimmer and welcome new Council- member Salman Bhojani to the Euless City Council. Mr. Zimmer is no stranger to campaigning. He filled an unexpired term of five months for Councilmember Glenn Porterfield after he passed away and then turned around and campaigned again. He worked hard during this past election to make sure the citizens of Euless know how much he cares about our great city. Speaking of working hard during this past election, Mr. Bhojani’s efforts, along with a strong volunteer group, helped to make this the third highest turnout in the City's history. He is an active volunteer for a variety of groups and is looking forward to being able to show our community how much he loves calling Euless home. They have both pledged to work hard for Euless residents to make sure we maintain a high service level and great quality of life. The efforts and passion both of these men have shown for our great city make me proud. Please help me in showing both of them our appreciation. Did you know...? Loud fireworks causes anxiety in many dogs. Keep your pets indoors to help them stay calm. 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 Salman Bhojani 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 Welcome Your Elected Officials Council Member Harry Zimmer Harry Zimmer is a retired Professional Engineer and has served on the Euless City Council since 2014. He previously served on the Zoning Board of Adjustment since 2007, the Housing and Structure Board since 2012 and the Economic Development Advisory Board from 2005-06. Zimmer serves on the Boards of the Forest Pointe Estates Owners Association and the Chippeway Water Association. He is a past volunteer with Ronald McDonald House, Hospice and Catholic Charities and attends church at All Saints in Dallas. Council Member Salman Bhojani Salman Bhojani is an attorney and entrepreneur who has owned businesses in industries including residential and commercial real estate, convenience and fuel, and software development. Currently he is a managing partner at Bhojani & Nelson, PLLC and Allegiance Title of Irving. Prior to joining the City Council, Salman served for four years on the city's Parks and Leisure Services Board. He has also volunteered with service organizations including 6 Stones, the Boy Scouts of America, Young Entrepreneurs Academy and the Worldwide Education Fund. Salman has lived on three continents, but Euless is his home. He has lived here since 2010 with his wife Nima, his children Aarish and Raisha, and his parents. He enjoys traveling, playing ping-pong and spending time with his family. et-july2018.qxp 5/23/2018 4:09 PM Page 1 Mosquito Spraying The City of Euless partners with Tarrant County to test mosquitos for illnesses. Once a week they test for mosquito-borne illnesses, such as the West Nile virus, Zika virus and the St. Louis encephalitis virus. Periodic spraying for mosquitos is then done in the areas that test positive for infected mosquitos. Mosquito spraying is typically done in the late evening (after 10 p.m.), when most people are indoors. Spraying is not performed during rainfall or when wind speeds are 10 mph or greater. During the spraying, you do not need to do anything special, since the spray droplets falling on the ground become inactive in just a few hours or with sunshine (UV light). The City of Euless can notify you by email if you sign up for "Community Alerts" on eulesstx.gov/ MyEuless.htm. For questions or concerns regarding mosquitos, please call Public Works at 817-685-1580. Texas Star Resident Day Wednesday, July 11 Texas Star Golf Course 1400 Texas Star Parkway Mark your calendar. On July 11, residents can make a tee time after 11:30 a.m. for the discounted price of $25, which includes the cart and green fee. You can secure a tee time up to five days in advance by visiting TexasStarGolf.com or by calling 817-685-1865. Summer at the Simmons Center Mondays, 2 p.m. Simmons Center, 508 Simmons Dr. Fight boredom this summer with free events designed for kids. As part of Euless' Summer Reading Program, the Simmons Center is hosting interactive and educational activities every week in July. Besides having fun, your children can also use this time to check out books or log in their reading minutes for the HEB Reads! Community Challenge. For more information, call the Euless Public Library at 817-685-1480. Programs: •July 2 - Astronomy Lab •July 9 - Blackland Prairie Raptors •July 16 - Magician James Wand •July 23 - David Chicken •July 30 - All About Animals City Offices Closed Wednesday, July 4 City offices will be closed Wednesday, July 4. Trash and recycling service will run as scheduled. et-july2018.qxp 5/23/2018 4:14 PM Page 2 Movies in the Park "Cars 3" Saturday, July 14, 8 p.m. (movie begins at dusk around 8:30 p.m.) The Leon Hogg Amphitheater 1951 Bear Creek Parkway Watch a turbocharged family movie and help fight hunger at the same time. In this film, Lightning McQueen sets out to prove to a new generation of high tech race cars that he is still the best race car in the world after he is suddenly sidelined and pushed from the sport he loves. To get back on track, he needs the help of eager young racing technician Cruz Ramirez. This Disney/Pixar movie is rated G. Bring your favorite pillow and blanket because it is all lawn seating. There will also be a designated area for lawn chairs. All donated food items will be given to the 6 Stones Mission Network. Admission is one food donation per person (canned foods, fruit cups, diapers, etc.) Concessions will be available for purchase. Call 817-685-1666 for more information. Community Emergency Response Team Training Starts July 26 If a large-scale disaster occurred, would you know what to do? You can learn basic emergency response skills to help you take care of yourself and your family. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) initiative offers a free, nine-week course that teaches such skills as light search and rescue, fire safety and disaster medical operations. Using the training taught in this class, CERT members learn how to assist others in their neighborhood or workplace until first responders arrive. The CERT Program is open to anyone who lives or works in Euless and is at least 18 years old. The training starts July 26, so you should register today! To register for this class, call 817-685-1600. Water University: Butterfly Gardening Thursday, July 26, 7 - 9 p.m. Euless City Hall, 201 N. Ector Dr. Learn how to attract butterflies to your garden. Besides enhancing your garden with their beauty, butterflies pollinate your favorite plants. In this presentation, you will learn how to create a butterfly habitat in your landscape by introducing a water source and feeders, as well as how to select the right plants as host species for caterpillars. Daniel Cunningham will also talk about native and adapted flowers that provide long-lasting blooms as nectar sources to help your garden take flight. About the Speaker: Daniel Cunningham is a Program Coordinator - Urban Water at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Dallas, Texas. Daniel received a B.S. in environmental horticulture and minored in natural resource management from Texas Tech University. While at Tech, he discovered a passion for water-conserving landscapes while conducting breeding and trial research with native plant material. While working towards a Master of Science degree in horticulture, also at Texas Tech, his research focused on community development and implementation of integrated sustainable food production systems in arid areas. The event is free, but you must register to attend. Please register online at www.eulesstx.gov or call 817-685-1821 for more information. Zooniversity Saturday, July 28, 2 p.m. Mary Lib Saleh Euless Public Library 201 N. Ector Dr. See wild animals up close and learn fascinating facts about them at Zooniversity. As part of Euless' Summer Reading Club, the library is hosting this exciting, educational presentation that introduces children and adults to the thrilling world of animals. Zooniversity is recommended for ages 5 and up. et-july2018.qxp 5/23/2018 4:14 PM Page 3 July 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 … •Health and Wellness Classes: Zumba, Sit and Fit, Pilates, Movin and Grovin, Easy Chair Fitness, Gentle Yoga, Chair Yoga •Games, Music and Such: Billiards, Chinese Mah Jongg, "84", Texas Hold'Em, Mah Jongg, Party Bridge, Ping Pong and Jammers •Monthly Games: Bingo, Bingo and Dinner and Bunco •Arts and Crafts Classes: Knitting, Crocheting, Quilters and Card Making •Health Screening and Seminars: Lunch and Learn, Medicare Q and A and much more •Special Interest: Genealogy, "Hey Whatcha Reading" Book Club, Line Dancing and much more. •Trips: please check website and Playbook for more information. •Social Events: Monthly Meal Medley, Mystery Lunch, Dining Out and Thursday Night Social. For more information please call 817-685-1671 or stop by the center to get your SIMPLY FabEuless Adventure started. Senior Discounts in Euless Believe it or not, getting older can have its benefits. There are several discounts and perks available to senior residents in Euless. Tax-wise, the City of Euless offers a $35,000 senior tax exemption, as well as a tax freeze for homeowners ages 65 and older. This freeze allows you to pay no more than what you paid at age 65, regardless of your home value, excluding improvements. Property tax exemptions and freezes can be applied for at Tarrant Appraisal District by calling 817-284-0024 or visiting www.tad.org. In addition, Euless residents 65 and older receive a discounted rate on recycling. The senior citizen recycling rate is $0.67 for monthly recycling, a 50% discount. Call the Water Utilities Office at 817-685- 1471 to receive this special rate. Also, if you have an alarm at your home, the annual alarm permit fee is waived. If you're looking for a little recreational fun or to stay in shape, the Euless Family Life Center offers special membership pricing for Euless residents 60 and older. The cost for a membership is $7, which includes access to the Euless Family Life Senior Center, fitness center, gymnasium and indoor track. An additional $30 will give you access to the indoor pool. Looking to improve your golf game? The Texas Star Golf Course offers a special rate for those age 65 and older. Monday - Thursdays a round of golf is $49.80 for seniors. This includes green fees, a cart, and range balls. In addition. Euless citizens receive 15% off their green fee. The City of Euless offers many awesome perks for our senior residents. Take advantage of them! et-july2018.qxp 5/23/2018 4:14 PM Page 4 July AquaticsEuless 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 Summer, please pick up a copy of the Summer 2018 Playbook or look for it online at www.eulesstx.gov/pacs. To register for Summer classes visit the Euless Family Life Center or register on-line at www.eulesstx.gov/pacs. Registration for July swim lessons opens June 28th for residents. NATATORIUM SWIM LESSONS CLASS#BEG AGE DAY TIME #WKS $R/NR PARENT & TOT 320007-03 7/09 6mo-2 MW 6:15-6:45pm 4 $60/$65 WATER TOTS 320000-06 7/09 3-4 MW 5:40-6:10pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-09 7/09 4-9 MW 5:05-5:35pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-10 7/09 4-9 MW 5:40-6:10pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-11 7/09 4-9 MW 6:15-6:45pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-12 7/09 4-9 MW 6:50-7:20pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-07 7/09 4-9 MW 5:05-5:35pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-08 7/09 4-9 MW 5:40-6:10pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-09 7/09 4-9 MW 5:40-6:10pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-06 7/09 5-15 MW 5:05-5:35pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-07 7/09 5-15 MW 5:40-6:10pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-08 7/09 5-15 MW 6:50-7:20pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 4 320004-05 7/09 5-15 MW 5:05-5:35pm 4 $60/$65 LEVEL 4 320004-06 7/09 5-15 MW 6:50-7:20pm 4 $60/$65 ADULT 320008-03 7/09 15+ MW 6:50-7:20pm 4 $60/$65 SWIM TEAM PREP 320500-03 7/09 5-15 MW 6:15-6:45pm 4 $60/$65 AQUATIC PARK SWIM LESSONS CLASS#BEG AGE DAY TIME #WKS $R/NR PARENT & TOT 320007-07 7/09 6mo-2 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 PARENT & TOT 320007-08 7/23 6mo-2 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 WATER TOTS 320000-15 7/09 3-4 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 WATER TOTS 320000-16 7/09 3-4 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 WATER TOTS 320000-17 7/09 3-4 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 WATER TOTS 320000-18 7/23 3-4 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 WATER TOTS 320000-19 7/23 3-4 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 WATER TOTS 320000-20 7/23 3-4 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-25 7/09 4-9 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-26 7/09 4-9 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-27 7/09 4-9 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-28 7/09 4-9 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-29 7/23 4-9 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-30 7/23 4-9 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-31 7/23 4-9 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 1 320001-32 7/23 4-9 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-15 7/09 4-9 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-16 7/09 4-9 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-17 7/09 4-9 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-18 7/23 4-9 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-19 7/23 4-9 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 2 320002-20 7/23 4-9 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-15 7/09 5-15 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-16 7/09 5-15 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-17 7/09 5-15 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-18 7/23 5-15 M-TH 8:55-9:25am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-19 7/23 5-15 M-TH 9:35-10:05am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 3 320003-20 7/23 5-15 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 4 320004-11 7/09 5-15 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 LEVEL 4 320004-12 7/23 5-15 M-TH 10:15-10:45am 2 $60/$65 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-july2018.qxp 5/23/2018 4:14 PM Page 5 JULY 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. YOUTH SPORTS CLASS#BEG AGE DAY TIME #WKS $ MOMMY/DADDY & ME SOCCER 310525-01 7/7 2-3.5 S 9-9:30AM 8 $95 TOT PRE-SOCCER 310521-01 7/7 3.5-5 S 9:40-10:15AM 8 $95 SOCCER 1 310523-01 7/7 5-6 S 10:15-11AM 8 $95 SOCCER 2 310524-01 7/7 7-10 S 11-11:45AM 8 $95 SUMMER BASKETBALL 311181-01 7/9 5-6 M 10-11AM 4 $35 311181-02 7/9 7-8 M 11-12PM 4 $35 311181-03 7/9 9-10 M 12-1PM 4 $35 *VOLLEYBALL 311201-01 5-12 4 $62 311201-02 5-12 3 $47 *Days and times will be posted at www.tejasvolleyball.com MARTIAL ARTS/FINE ARTS TIGERKUBS 310130-02 7/16 5-8 M 6-6:45PM 6 $32 TAEKWAN-DO BEGINNER 310131-02 7/16 9-15 M/T 6-7:15PM 6 $62 TAEKWAN-DO ADVANCED 310132-02 7/17 9-15 M/TH 6-7:15PM 6 $62 ADVENTURES IN ART CAMP 311155-01 7/9 5-13 M-TH 2-2:45PM 1 $120 COLOR YOUR LIFE 310830-03 7/7 3-5 S 1-2PM 4 $67 310831-03 7/7 6-12 S 2-3PM 4 $69 YOU CAN PAINT 310810-02 7/12 14+ TH 6-8:45PM 1 $39 EDUCATION INC TUTORING 9TH-12TH 310400-02 7/9 9-12th M 4:30-6:30PM 4 $200 INC TUTORING K-5TH 310401-02 7/11 K-5th W 4:30-6:30PM 4 $200 INC TUTORING 6TH -8TH 310402-02 7/7 6-8th S 3-5PM 4 $200 PERFORMING ARTS HIP-HOP 310270-02 7/5 8+ TH 6-7PM 4 $67 CONTEMPORARY 310205-02 7/5 10+ TH 5-6PM 4 $67 DRILL TEAM TECHNIQUES 310271-02 7/5 13+ TH 7-8PM 4 $67 CHILDREN CAMPS FUN TIME ADVENTURE CAMP 311109-05 7/9 3-6 M-TH 9A-2PM 1 $87 FUN TIME ADVENTURE CAMP 311109-06 7/16 3-6 M-TH 9A-2PM 1 $87 FUN TIME ADVENTURE CAMP 311109-07 7/23 3-6 M-TH 9A-2PM 1 $87 FUN TIME ADVENTURE CAMP 311109-08 7/30 3-6 M-TH 9A-2PM 1 $87 ADUIT FITNESS ZUMBA 310301-02 7/9 13+ M/W 8-9PM 4 $25 MIXXED FIT 310504-02 7/9 13+ M/W 7-8PM 4 $37 BODY TONE & SCULPT 310505-02 7/3 13+ W 6-7PM 4 $37 S 9-10AM 4 310505-03 7/31 13+ W 6-7PM 4 $37 S 9-10AM 4 $37 TAI CHI BEGINNER 310305-03 7/10 13+ T 7-8PM 4 $40 TAI CHI ADVANCED 310306-03 7/10 13+ T 7-8PM 4 $40 INTRO TO FITNESS 310350-02 7/9 16+ M 6-7PM 4 $42 INTRO TO FITNESS TWTH 310351-02 7/10 16+ TWTH 5:30-6:30AM 3.5 $72 ADULT YOGA BACK TO BASICS YOGA 310310-03 7/3 13+ T 7-8PM 5 $22 310311-03 7/1 13+ SU 4-5PM 5 $28 PRIVATE YOGA (ONE ON ONE) 310312-03 7/3 13+ T/TH 10-12PM 4 $74 TAEKWON-DO ADULT 310133-02 7/17 16+ T/TH 7:30-9PM 6 $74 et-july2018.qxp 5/23/2018 4:23 PM Page 6