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HomeMy WebLinkAboutE-News-City Publications-5/2/20141 GENERAL Traffic shift on Cheek-Sparger Road planned for Monday, May 5 North Texas Contractors will shift traffic on Cheek-Sparger Road to the newly installed detour on Monday, May 5, after 9:00 a.m. Drivers are advised to use caution in the area. Election Information The May general election is scheduled for Saturday, May 10. The polling location will be Bransford Elementary School, located at 601 Glade Road. Early voting is available from April 28 through May 6, and can be done at any Tarrant County early voting location. Colleyville City Hall, located at 100 Main Street, is an early voting site. Early voting days and times are as follows. May 3 Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. May 4 Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. May 5 - 6 Monday - Tuesday 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Clean Sweep Report Each year, the city conducts a Clean Sweep event-providing an opportunity for Colleyville citizens to dispose of hazardous waste. This year's event was held in early April. The report from the event are as follows: - For household hazardous waste drop-off at the Crud Cruiser, the number of aerosol cans, loose flammables, oil and transmission fluid, oil filters, antifreeze, and automotive batteries all increased; whereas paint, herbicides/pesticides, cleaners, and light bulbs decreased. It is important to note that the paint section of the Crud Cruiser reached capacity earlier this year, despite the total number of pounds of paint being less than in some previous years. Because paint is often brought in large containers even when there is only a small amount of liquid paint left, the capacity of the Crud Cruiser was reached sooner because larger containers were collected from the first vehicles in line. No other hazardous material was turned away, as the other sections of the Crud Cruiser had sufficient capacity. Annual collection amounts 2 - Use of the document shredding station was up and the new station for tire disposal was successful for its first year, collecting 32 tires. Shredding statistics - Bulk and brush trash drop off was a bit less than last year. Congratulations! Colleyville Heritage HS earns gold ranking Congratulations to Colleyville Heritage High School (CHHS). The school earned another Gold ranking spot in U.S. News & World Report's national "Best High Schools" report. The magazine evaluated more than 19,000 public high schools to compile the 2014 rankings, based on state proficiency standards and how well the school prepares students for college. Colleyville Heritage High School is listed at #333 nationally. In state rankings, CHHS ranked #38 overall, and #11 among traditional public schools. Advanced placement coursework is one of the measures evaluated for the ranking system and CHHS has a strong participation in this program. See the Texas high school rankings. PUBLIC SAFETY Tribute to fallen peace officers scheduled for May 15, 10:00 a.m. The Colleyville Police Department will conduct a brief memorial service for fallen peace officers on Thursday, May 15, at 10:00 a.m. The service will be held at the Colleyville Justice Center, 5201 Riverwalk Drive. It is open to the public. Peace Officers Memorial Day pays tribute to the local, state, and federal police officers who have died in the line of duty. The Memorial takes place on May 15 every year. The day of observance was created on October 1, 1961, when Congress asked the president to designate May 15 to honor peace officers. President John F. Kennedy signed the bill into law on October 1, 1962. Colleyville Fire Depart Open House - May 17 The Colleyville Fire Department will host their annual open house on Saturday, May 17, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., at the Central Fire Station (5209 Colleyville Blvd.) Fire personnel will be on hand to demonstrate a vehicle extraction, fire extinguisher training (a favorite among the kid set), and an aerial water demonstration-plus take advantage of the opportunity to get an up-close look at fire trucks and firefighting equipment. Everyone is welcome to this family friendly event. For additional details, call 817.503.1400. Download FD Open House flyer Deadline approaching for Fire Rescue Camp for kids The Colleyville Fire Department's Fire Rescue Camp provides kids with a week of unforgettable experiences. Instructed by real firefighters, students ages 9-13 get hands- on experience in the day-to-day skills required to be a firefighter, instilling a sense of individual responsibility and team work. Campers will learn about CPR, first aid, and everything about firefighting in this hands-on, interactive camp. Scheduled June 9-13, the Fire Rescue Camp is offered in two separate half-day camps. The morning camp is scheduled from 8:00 a.m. until noon, and the afternoon camp from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Morning campers can be dropped off as early as 7:30 a.m.; afternoon campers can be picked up as late as 5:30 p.m. Both half-day sessions will be conducted at the Colleyville Central Fire Station, 5209 Colleyville Blvd. The camp is open to students ages 9-13 only; Colleyville residents are given first priority. Cost for the camp is $125; registration is required. The last day to register is Friday, May 23. Each camp is limited to 30 kids. For more information, call 817.503.1400. Download the application Colleyville PD lieutenant earns excellence award 3 Colleyville police lieutenant, Scotty Graves, recently graduated from the Center for American and International Law's School of Executive Leadership with a score of 97.7. His high score earned him the Dr. Tory J. Caeti Award for Academic Excellence. Lt. Graves (pictured above, left) has been with the Colleyville Police Department for seven years and was promoted to operations lieutenant in January 2014. In that role, he oversees the patrol division, which includes 26 sworn employees, including sergeants, corporals, and officers. His duties include oversight for analyzing organizational and community needs and trends, reviewing statistics and opportunities to enhance the department's procedures and tactics, and providing recommendations for actions based on that analysis. On a day-to-day basis, Lt. Graves ensures that the patrol division works in partnership with Colleyville residents and businesses to ensure a safe, secure community. Lt. Graves began his law enforcement career with the Dallas Police Department and served in the Grapevine Police Department before coming to Colleyville in 2007. He served as a patrol sergeant in Colleyville before his promotion to lieutenant. The Center for American and International Law (CAIL) is a nonprofit institution dedicated to the continuing education of lawyers and law enforcement officials in the United States and throughout the world. EVENTS & ACTIVITIES Gone Fishing The annual Junior Angler event held last weekend was a big hit. The smiles say all that needs to be said. Check out the photos here. If you missed it this year, it's an annual event, so plan to join the fun next year. Happening this weekend: Promenade Garden Tour - Sunday, May 4 - various locations The month of May brings spring flowers and, fittingly, the Colleyville Garden Club's annual garden tour, Promenade. Some of the most spectacular residential gardens in Northeast Tarrant County will be on display for this award-winning tour, which takes place Sunday, May 4, from 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 the day of the tour, and can be purchased from the following outlets: Foreman's and Market Street in Colleyville, Sew-It-Up and Callaway's in Hurst, Blooming Colors and Marshall Grain in Grapevine, and Callaway's in Southlake. Get full details here. 4 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Mom's Always CloseBuy Remember mom this Mother's Day...and show her she taught you well by getting a good deal when you commemorate her big day. Shop or dine at a participating CloseBuy retailer or restaurant, show your CloseBuy card, and save. Check out the Mother's Day specials here. For information on the CloseBuy program or where to get a CloseBuy card, call 817.503.1055 or email hgaven@colleyville.com. READING & RECREATION SENSATION Colleyville Public Library The staff at the Colleyville Public Library is busy making preparations for the popular summer reading program. This year's theme is "Paws to Read," featuring Rocket the Reading Dog and all the great fun that summer reading brings to Colleyville. Registration for the summer reading program opens Monday, June 2, and the kick-off event is scheduled for Thursday, June 5, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., at the library, 110 Main St. For details on all the great summer activities at the library, as well as summer camps and recreational classes, heck out the Reading & Recreation Sensation brochure. Colleyville Recreation: Upcoming classes/activities Keyboard/Piano Learn to play keyboard or piano in small group classes appropriate for all levels- beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Students benefit from a group dynamic but still receive individual attention, enabling each student to progress at their own pace. (This is a regular recreation class held at the Senior Center, 2512 Glade Road.) Ages: 5-7 Thu., May 8-29. 30-minute sessions begin at 4:30 p.m., 5:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m., or 6:00 p.m. Ages: 8 & up Thu., May 8-29. One-hour sessions begin at 4:30 p.m. or 5:30 p.m. Digital Art Creator In this interactive course, kids learn to create digital art using iPad technology. They'll learn how digital art is used in movies, magazines, comics, video games, and more-and create their own art to take home. Digital art using interactive apps and games will also be explored. A final project will be shared with the class for discussion and appreciation. (This is a regular recreation class held at the Senior Center, 2512 Glade Road.) Ages: 8-13 Thu., May 8-29, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Beginning Yoga (adult class) Enjoy a supportive class environment while being introduced to the basics of yoga. Physical and mental benefits include increased flexibility, strength, stamina, awareness, concentration, balance, and grace. Most of all yoga is fun and will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed, and peaceful. (This is a regular recreation class held at the Senior Center, 2512 Glade Road.) Mon., May 5-26, 6:15-7:30 p.m. Intermediate Yoga (adult class) This class offers a flowing practice that appeals to experienced yoga students who are comfortable with yoga postures and sun salutations. This vinyasa flow integrates breath and movement, inner and outer alignment, and strength and flexibility, and will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed, and peaceful! (This is a regular recreation class held at the Senior Center, 2512 Glade Road.) Wed., May 7-28, 6:00-7:15 p.m. Get Fit! Boot Camp A four-week fitness boot camp designed to get you in shape fast by using the "metabolic stacking" technique, which increases endurance, speed, agility, and conditioning. Workouts consist of doing sport performance drills with high intensity intervals of strength and resistance training. For more information or to register, please visit IGetFitBootCamps.com. Boot camp is held at City Park, 5205 Bransford Rd.) May 13-June 8, Tue. & Thu., 7:00-8:00 p.m. and Sat., 5:00-6:00 p.m. SENIOR CENTER Trips Around Town & Beyond Call the Senior Center at 817.503.1195 for details about upcoming trips and excursions. Venue options vary from sports to education and entertainment to special interest. Reservations are required, with registration ending 15 days prior to each event date. Senior Center membership is required. Space is limited and reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis, so call for a reservation soon. Transportation is provided. All trips depart from the Colleyville Senior Center, 2512 Glade Road. Saturday, May 10, 8:00 a.m.: Vintage Market Days - McKinney ($10) Thursday, June 5, 8:00 a.m.: Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie ($15) Monday, June 30, 9:00 a.m.: Bush Library and Museum ($16) Saturday, July 19, 7:30 a.m.: Piney Woods Steam Train Excursion ($35) Monday, Aug. 11, 8:00 a.m.: Dr Pepper Museum ($11) Friday, Aug. 29, 7:00 a.m.: Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center ($11) Winstar World Casino Transportation leaves from the Senior Center. A free breakfast is offered at the casino for those 50+. Registration is required. Every third Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., $5 per trip for transportation.