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Home My WebLink AboutE-News-City Publications-6/23/20141 GENERAL July 4th holiday closings City offices, including the public library and senior center, will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of the holiday. Police, fire, and emergency personnel will remain on duty. Trash and recycle services will be conducted on the normal schedule and will not be affected by the holiday. Red, White & Sousa - Friday, June 27 The songs of America will come to life 100-voices strong when the city of Colleyville presents Red, White & Sousa on Friday, June 27. The free patriotic concert begins at 8:00 p.m.; a gourmet food park opens at 6:00 p.m. It all takes place at Colleyville Center, 5301 Riverwalk Dr. The internationally acclaimed a cappella men's choral group, The Vocal Majority, returns to Colleyville to showcase the singing and showmanship that has garnered 11 international gold medals and fans worldwide. The concert program celebrates America's Independence Day with patriotic favorites, such as the Armed Forces Medley, John Phillip Sousa's Stars & Stripes Forever, God Bless America, America the Beautiful, and God Bless the U.S.A. The group's diverse musical repertoire also will be on display with songs from Broadway productions and Hollywood movies, as well as the love songs, pop tunes, and inspirational medleys that have become fan favorites worldwide. Get all the details here. Jury Duty Scam Tarrant County officials are warning that residents in Tarrant County are being contacted by phone in a growing jury duty scam. The caller informs the citizen that they failed to report for jury duty and there is a warrant for their arrest with a fine being assessed upwards to $4,000. The caller then allows the citizen to pay their fine over the phone to avoid being arrested. County officials advise residents to write down the phone number the person is calling from. Do not give the caller any personal information about yourself and contact local police to file a complaint. Get complete details here. 2 ROAD WORK & INFRASTRUCTURE Orange Barrel Report Every month, the city distributes the Orange Barrel Report, detailing road work and infrastructure projects in the city. Get the latest report here. Bedford Road Closure CPS Civil, the contractor building the roundabout at Cheek-Sparger and Bedford Road (under a contract with the developer of Heritage Farms), is scheduled to begin construction of that roundabout. To accommodate the construction, Bedford Road will be closed from Cheek-Sparger Road to Plantation Drive until Aug. 12, 2014. The new roundabout will be a single-lane roundabout at the intersection of Cheek-Sparger Road and Bedford Road. The improvements will be consistent with the other roundabouts that have recently been constructed in the city. Glade Road Project - Latest Developments At a worksession on June 17, TranSystems, the engineering consultant for the project, presented further options and recommendations based on City Council guidance to "improve the road with as little impact to residential properties and trees as possible." The issues evaluated included:  refinements to the proposed roundabout at Bransford Road  options for different curb types  options for different trail and sidewalk configurations  reclamation of existing pavement versus roadway reconstruction  options for a tree mitigation program  project phasing View the Glade Road Project presentation from June 17 worksession The following recommendations have preliminarily been approved by the City Council for Sections 2 and 3a only. These proposed improvements will now proceed to the design phase before the City Council considers them for final approval and construction. While the City Council is still weighing a variety of issues and options on these subjects, there was general consensus on the design parameters for Section 2 (from Bransford Road to Thompson Terrace, including a new roundabout at Bransford Road) and Section 3A (from Thompson Terrace to Manning Drive, including a new roundabout at Riverwalk Drive, realignment of the Bedford Road intersection, and lowering Glade Road at the Bluebonnet Road intersection to improve sight distance). The City Council agreed that this work in Section 2 and 3A should begin as soon as possible, since there is an immediate need for the proposed traffic flow and safety enhancements, funding is available, and a summer 2015 start on construction will help minimize disruptions to Bransford Elementary School traffic. The City Council plans another worksession this summer to discuss the remaining project sections (Sections 1, 3B, 3C and 4). View full details on the recommendations for Section 2 and 3A ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Let's Do Lunch at the Colleyville Cash Mob - Tuesday, June 24, at Noon 3 Tex-Mex has returned to the popular Tara Village Center at Anna's Mexican Grill (1009 Cheek Sparger Road). Join us for a Cash Mob at Anna's Mexican Grill on Tuesday, June 24, starting at noon. Cash Mob Colleyville supports local businesses, keeps Colleyville cash local, and contributes to the local Colleyville economy...one business at a time. Prices on the lunch menu range from $6.45-$8.99. Everyone is invited to the Cash Mob, so come out and enjoy great people, great prices, and some great Tex-Mex. Anna's Mexican Grill lunch menu. Business News Get the latest information on Colleyville business news on the ColleyvilleCloseBuy news page including: Whole Foods Market to Open in Colleyville in July - REBusiness Online Remodeled Colleyville Market Street Offers New Features, Expanded Product Offerings, Interior remodel includes updated logo, decor package NEXT Wood Fired Bistro Closed for Remodeling June 28 - July 7 Greenbrier Announces New Regional Hub in Dallas-Fort Worth Area Petco Added to Colleyville Downs Shopping Center - Community Impact Studio Movie Grill Opens 51,935 SF Location at Town Center of Colleyville - Texas Real Estate Business READING & RECREATION SENSATION Summer Camps It didn't take summer long to get into full swing, and Colleyville youngsters will have no shortage of fun and excitement at any of the city's summer camps. From robotics to rockets, secret agents to CSI sleuths, gaming to gardening, and science to sports, there's something to spice up everyone's summer days. See photos here. The camp line-up runs through mid-August, with activities targeted to kids age three to 18. Complete camp descriptions and pricing information is available in the Reading & Recreation Sensation brochure here - summer camp information starts on page 2. Paws to Remember Summer Reading Program at the Colleyville Public Library Kids and adults are lining up for this year's Paws to Read summer reading program. The program, with special activities and shows throughout the summer, engages children in reading and learning activities during the school break through programming that is fun, entertaining, and engaging. Points, redeemable at Rocket's Boutique "Barkery" prize room, can be earned for reading or listening to books. The program also caters to adults with book clubs and film discussions. For full details, including registration requirements and program descriptions, see the Reading & Recreation Sensation brochure here. HAPPENING AT THE SENIOR CENTER 4 For information on all 50 and better programs offered through the Colleyville Senior Center, call 817.503.1195. The Senior Center is located at 2512 Glade Road. Check out the entire summer line-up here. Independence Day Celebration Enjoy a red, white, and blue-themed lunch, in addition to a fun game of patriotic bingo. Registration required. Wednesday, July 2, 11:00 a.m. Catch a Matinee Come enjoy an early afternoon movie and popcorn. Registration required. Thursday, June 26, 1:00 p.m.-Man of Steel Thursday, July 31, 1:00 p.m.-Life of Pi Senior Trip Information The summer day trips for seniors has been so popular that space remains on only one trip: The Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center. The tour includes exhibits such as Texas giants, hatchery gallery, dive show and more. Friday, Aug. 29, 7:00 a.m.; $11 for transportation and entry. Transportation is provided and departs from the Senior Center. Reservations are required and must be made at least 15 days prior to each event date. Senior Center membership is required. Call 817.503.1195 to book your reservation(s) today. Senior Dance Classes: Senior Chasse Learn the classic dances and impress your friends with the perfect dance for every song while enjoying the social and physical benefits of dance. Registration required. Every Tuesday (4 classes), 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Resident $30/month; Non-resident $35/month Tap Dancing Learn to tap dance. No dance experience required and all fitness levels welcome. Registration required. Every Wednesday (4 classes), 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Resident $27/month; Non-resident $32/month; Drop-in $11/class Ballroom Dance Spend hours of enjoyment learning dances for that upcoming wedding, office party or beginner competition. Registration required. Every Tuesday (4 classes), 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Resident $40/month; Non-resident $45/month