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HomeMy WebLinkAboutColleyville Communicator-City Publications-11/1/2015DECEMBER ACTIVITIES * Denotes a regular recreation class held at the Senior Center. POLICE, COMMUNITY APPROACH TO CRIME PAYS OFF ...continued on back page Beginning Yoga Intermediate Yoga Gentle Stretch Yoga Senior Center* For class dates and times, call 817.503.1195. Tai Chi for Arthritis Tai Chi – Yang Style Senior Center For class dates and times, call 817.503.1195. Ballroom Dance Senior Center* Tue., Dec. 1-22, 7:00 p.m. For details, call 817.503.1180. Colleyville Tree Lighting City Hall/Public Library Friday, Dec. 4, 5:00-8:00 p.m. For details, call 817.503.1150. Live Creatively Public Library Tue., Dec. 8, 6:30 p.m. For details, call 817.503.1151. Senior Holiday Party Senior Center Wed., Dec. 16, 6:00 p.m. For details, call 817.503.1195. Winter Movie Break Public Library Wed., Dec. 30, 2:00 p.m. For details, call 817.503.1150. It’s been a good year for the Colleyville Police Department— which means it hasn’t been a good year for the bad guys. And that’s good news for everyone. Now the department will close out the year with more good news. The Texas Police Chiefs Association Foundation has voted unanimously to award a “recognized” status to the Colleyville PD. The program ensures the most critical issues confronting law enforcement are addressed in both policy and practice. A “recognized” status means the department meets or exceeds all best practices for Texas Law Enforcement, including the important matters of use of force, protection of citizen rights, pursuits, property and evidence management, patrol and investigative operations, and officer training. For city officials and management, and the community at large, the recognition ensures that the Colleyville Police Department is operating at the highest standards of law enforcement. The process to attain recognized status is rigorous, encompassing a full and independent inspection and review of the department’s policies, procedures, equipment, facilities, and operations. There are more than 2,000 police departments in Texas; only 116 have achieved this recognition. The current crime rate is at a 23-year low. The last time crime in Colleyville was at this level, Bill Clinton had just moved into the White House and Colleyville was still pretty much a rural community. City leaders and the police are quick to credit residents and businesses for partnering with police to address issues or problem spots proactively. POLICE...continued WINTER SEWER RATES 2875-24493 FINANCIAL REPORT AWARD The city uses the winter months’ average from December, January, and February for customers’ annual sewer calculations. Water use during this time determines individual residential sewer rates for the coming year. Paying attention to water usage now can lead to year-long savings. Following these tips at this time of the year could result in substantial annual savings: • Repair a leak(s) quickly • Only run the dishwasher with a full load • Don’t leave the water running when it’s not being used • Turn off the faucet when brushing teeth. For new customers or in the absence of preceding winter months’ usage, the city uses an average of 7,000 gallons, as set by city ordinance. To receive the Colleyville Commu- nicator electronically (and ear- lier), send an email to Subscribe@Colleyville.com. This free service includes the weekly Colleyville E-News. All emails remain confidential and will only be used to deliver E- News service. And check us out on Facebook at City of Colleyville Government for the latest news and updates about events, activites, and news. The holidays are almost here and Colleyville kicks off the season with some fine traditions. This year’s festivities include: The traditional lighting of the city Christmas tree takes place in front of Colleyville City Hall on Friday, Dec. 4. Hours are 5:00-8:00 p.m. and the tree lighting is at 5:30 p.m. The event features children’s crafts and activities, choral groups, photos with Santa and much more. The Colleyville Lions Club offers their traditional Breakfast with Santa event on Saturday, Dec. 5, from 7:00 to 11:00 a.m. at Colleyville Center. One of the most popular holiday traditions in Colleyville, the event offers photos with Santa, holiday carols, and free Santa hats and balloons. Details can be found at ColleyvilleLions.com. The Colleyville Woman’s Club Holiday Home Tour takes place on Sunday, Dec. 6, from 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Five beautiful Colleyville homes will be showcased—each exquisitely decorated for the holidays. Santa’s Sweet Stop returns with sweet treats and holiday décor ideas. For ticket information, visit c-w-c.org. The city of Colleyville recently received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). This is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government, its leaders, and its management. The city’s annual financial report was found to have met the highest standards of the program, including demonstrat- ing a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communi- cate its financial story. GFOA is a nonprofit profes- sional association serving approximately 17,500 govern- ment finance professionals. ‘TIS THE SEASON HOLIDAY SCHEDULE City offices, including the library and senior center, will be closed for the Christmas holidays Dec. 24-25, and on New Year’s Day, Jan. 1. The library will be closed Dec. 26. There will be no trash or recycle collection on Christmas Day; trash will be collected on the next scheduled pickup day. On New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, trash and recycle will be collected on the normal schedule. Police, fire, and EMS personnel will remain on duty throughout the holidays. CITY SOCIAL NEWS To do that, Colleyville police analyze data and trends, and engage the community to identify issues. For instance, the department recently targeted vehicle burglaries (BOVs— burglary of vehicle). Historically, this has been one of the highest offense categories in the city. Using a variety of prevention strategies, including directed patrol, public education through the TAKE LOCK AND HIDE program, as well as deploying Citizens on Patrol program volunteers as eyes and ears, and raising police visibility in retail and restaurant areas, BOV incidents are down 35% in a single year. This is a significant drop in incidences of this offense that will result in a significant drop in overall crime in the city. Colleyville is one of the safest communities in Tarrant County, and in Texas for that matter. It didn’t just happen. It’s the result of a solid prescription of prevention, planning, partnership, and commitment, taken with a healthy dose of vigilance on the part of the police, the city, and the community.