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November 2018

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Tu e s d ay, N ove m b e r 6 , 2 0 1 8 General Joint Gubernatorial Election

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Table of Contents: Calendar of Events Mayor and City Council District 3 Town Hall Meeting LISD – We Believe LISD & COL Joint Newspaper Naming City Wide Trash Off/Extreme Green Event Paint Reuse Program Road Construction Updates Community Services Boards & Commissions Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Lancaster Municipal Court of Record Country View Golf Course Lancaster Regional Airport LISD Bulk/Trash/Recycling/Best Yard Award Code Compliance Utility Billing Stormwater Public Education Emergency Communications Youth Athletics-RBI Baseball Winners Animal Services

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Quality Life & Cultural Services In Honor of Lancaster Veterans Tree Lighting A Hero’s Holiday Christmas Parade & Festival Important Numbers

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www.lancaster-tx.com

General Joint Gubernatorial Election Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Election Day Voting Precinct Numbers 3800 and 3801 Houston Elementary School 2929 Marquis Lane Lancaster, TX 75134 3802, 3803, 3808, and 3809 Lancaster Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 3805, 3806, and 3807 Elsie Robertson Middle School 822 W. Pleasant Run Road Lancaster, TX 75146 3940 Wilmer Community Center 101 Davidson Plaza Wilmer, TX 75172 Be sure to check your precinct number, since some Dallas County voting precinct numbers may have changed.

Visit www.dallascountyvotes.org for voter registration status and to preview a sample ballot.

Calendar of Events

November 2 November 3 November 8 November 9 November 11 November 15 November 15 November 16 November 16 November 17 November 17 November 19-23 November 22-23 November 27 November 29

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LISD Football Game, 7:30 p.m., Highlander Stadium 4233 Grassmere Lane City Wide Trash Off/Extreme Green Event/Paint Reuse Program Senior Thanksgiving Luncheon, 11:00 a.m., Senior Life Center LISD Football Game, 7:30 p.m., Beverly D. Humphrey Tiger Stadium Veteran’s Day City Council District 3 Town Hall Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Senior Life Center LISD Board Meeting, 7:00 p.m., LISD Administration Building LISD Early Release LISD Early Release Movie, 2:00 p.m., Veterans Memorial Library Annual Turkey Bowl, 10:00 a.m., Recreation Center VET Services, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Animal Shelter LISD Thanksgiving Break City offices closed for Thanksgiving Give Big DFW – Giving Tuesday – United Way Walk In Court, 1:00 p.m., Lancaster Municipal Court

City Council Meetings November 5 November 12 December 10 December 17

Special Work Session, 7:00 p.m. and Special Meeting, 7:15 p.m., Council Chambers Special Work Session, 7:00 p.m. and Regular Meeting, 7:15 p.m., Council Chambers Regular Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers Work Session, 7:00 p.m., Pump Station

Save the Date!

December 7 December 8 December 13 December 15 December 20 December 24-25 December 31 January 1

Senior Legacy Ball, 7:00 p.m., Senior Life Center Annual Christmas Parade and Festival, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

LISD Board Meeting, 7:00 p.m., LISD Administration Building VET Services, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Animal Shelter LISD Early Release City office closed for Christmas New Year’s Eve City offices closed for New Year’s Day

* Meetings are subject to change or be cancelled with notice.

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Your Mayor and City Council Clyde C. Hairston Mayor

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Carol Strain-Burk Councilmember District 1

Stanley Jaglowski Deputy Mayor Pro Tem District 2

Marco Mejia Mayor Pro Tem District 3

Derrick D. Robinson Council Member District 4

Racheal Hill Council Member District 5

Nina Morris Council Member District 6 3

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City Council District 3 Town Hall Meeting Thursday, November 15, 2018 7:00 p.m.

Senior Life Center

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The Lancaster ISD Communications Department announces a new quarterly district publication.

Click on subscribe to get your issue of We Believe!

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Superintendent Elijah Granger

Chief Communications Officer Sonya Cole-Hamilton

Board of Trustees Ellen Clark, Cynthia Corbin-Jarvis, Rhonda Davis-Crawford, Kevin Davis Jr., Marion Hamilton, Ty G. Jones, LaRhonda Mays

Communications Department Sonja Brown, Aaron Libby, Jacquinette Murphy, James Rich 972-218-1463 info@LancasterISD.org

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The City of Lancaster and LISD Joint Newspaper We are in the process of choosing a name for a new newspaper that will include stories from both the City of Lancaster and Lancaster ISD. A committee has narrowed the names to the few listed on the form below.

Please select your top choice from these names or add a new name. Your input is valuable to us as we embark on the great endeavor.

We encourage you to print and complete the form with favorite name for the joint newspaper. The form can be dropped off at City Hall, 211 N. Henry Street, or LISD Administration Building, 422 S. Centre Avenue or emailed to communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com by 5:00 p.m.

Friday, November 9, 2018.

You may also access the form electronically at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1S5kdLEJ6XJZV mhZ50Id3xiM4l--glB3KDXW7d9_mBsU/edit.

Lancaster ISD & City of Lancaster Joint Newspaper Name Choices 1.

Email Address _________________________________________________

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Choose from one of the following names.

Check all that apply Lancaster Village Press The Lancaster Star Lancaster Community Press The Shining Tiger Lancaster Press Other ____________________________________________ 7

City Wide Trash Off

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Extreme Green Event The City of Lancaster is committed to continue being clean and green, while providing a healthy, safe and vibrant community for its citizens. In support of “Keep Lancaster Beautiful� and the Great American Clean-up efforts, the City of Lancaster welcomes residents to participate in its upcoming Trash Off on Saturday, November 03, 2018 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 1501 N. Dallas Avenue (next to Regions Bank).

The Trash Off is a great opportunity for Lancaster residents to clean their home, garage, and yard of bulk trash, recyclables, scrap metal, brush, and electronic waste (i.e. computers, kitchen appliances, televisions, etc.) at no additional cost. Focusing on creating more opportunities to become a greener city and reducing our carbon footprint, Goodwill Industries of Dallas will be on-site accepting donations of furniture, clothes, and household items that would otherwise end up in landfills.

Additionally, residents will be able to shred documents and dispose of household hazardous wastes (Oil, liquids, paint, chemicals, batteries, fertilizers etc.) at no additional cost.

The Trash Off is a wonderful opportunity for individuals, groups, and organizations to volunteer to clean-up trash in selected areas of Lancaster. All volunteers will receive complimentary lunch and a volunteer t-shirt on the day of the event.

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Residents disposing of appliances must have refrigerant removed and tagged by a certified technician. This program is open to Lancaster residents only with proof of residency. For more information on how to volunteer and participate in the spring 2018 Trash Off, please call (972) 218-1324 or visit www.lancaster-tx.com/TrashOff. 5

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Recycle Reduce Reuse Recycle Reduce

Paint Reuse Program Do you have old paint that you do not know what to do with?

Bring it to the City Wide Trash Off on Saturday, November 3, 2018 between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

CWD will blend usable paint collected. Some paint may be available for pickup at the Trash Off. If you are interested in obtaining free paint, email communityrelations@Lancas ter-tx.com and provide your name, address, phone number and number of gallons that you are requesting. You will be contacted by staff as to the availability of your request and schedule a pickup time.

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Pleasant Run Road Construction Pleasant Run Road construction update. Exciting Road improvements are coming to the City of Lancaster.

Pleasant Run Road Phase 1 Construction Location: I-35 Service Road to Houston School Road Started: Monday, September 17th (weather permitting) Duration: 4 - 6 months During construction, please allow for extra time to get to your destination. We are excited for the infrastructure improvements! We appreciate your patience and understanding during construction.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Community Relations Division at 972-218-1300 or email communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com.

Danieldale Road (I-35 to Houston School Road) Reconstruction and widening of Danieldale Road is in the construction phase.

This street widening project includes close intersection improvements at Danieldale Road and Houston School Road to include an east bound left and right turn lane and a traffic signal.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Community Relations Division at 972-218-1300 or email communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com.

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Do you have expired medications that you need to dispose of?

The City of Lancaster has implemented a secure drop off program for expired medications. You can drop off your expired medications Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Building, 100 Craig Shaw Memorial Parkway.

Do you need a Toll Tag? Toll tags are available for purchase from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 211 N. Henry Street, Lancaster, TX 75146. You must complete your application online before we can issue the tag. Online applications must be completed through the City of Lancaster website at www.lancaster-tx.com.

National Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) customer service centers are located at the following locations: Dallas: 39025 LBJ Service Road Fort Worth: 4825 Overton Ridge Blvd., Suite 304 Grand Prairie: 5524 S. State Highway 360 Irving: 5555 President George Bush Turnpike Plano: 5900 W. Plano Parkway

Smoke Detectors

Report Power Outage You may report any street light power outages by choosing one of the following options: • •

www.oncorstreetlight.com/# Call Oncor directly at 1-888-313-4747

Please ensure that you have the location prior to contacting Oncor.

Contact the Lancaster Fire Department at 972-218-2600 for more information.

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Do you have a specialized knowledge, an ability to plan for the future, or an enthusiastic interest in improving the quality of life right in your own community? The City of Lancaster needs people who have a strong interest in the community to serve on one of the City’s many boards and commissions.

Submit your application today!

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Youth Advisory Committee Property Standards & Appeals Board Lancaster Economic Development Corporation Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Lancaster Recreational Development Corporation (4B) Library Advisory Board

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Historic Landmark Preservation Committee Airport Advisory Board Planning and Zoning Commission Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Museum Advisory Board Zoning Board of Adjustment

Have questions? Please contact the City Secretary’s office at 972218-1310, or via email at: citysecretary@Lancaster-tx.com For more information go to: www.Lancaster-tx.com Home> Government>City Council>Boards and Commissions

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Municipal Court of Record

Walk In Court Monday, November 29th 1:00 p.m.

Sign in between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.

Court begins at 1:00 p.m.

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Want to request Deferred Adjudication on your traffic citation?

Warrants can be lifted by requesting a payment plan – You will need to have a form of payment on the day of Walk In Court to start a payment plan. Cash, Credit Card or Money Order is accepted. If you enter into a payment agreement with the Court and default on it by failing to make required monthly payments, the warrant will be reactivated along with additional costs and fees.

If you were incarcerated and did not receive credit for time served at the time of release on your Lancaster citations, no time served credit will be granted by the Judge.

Dress Code NO Shorts (including uniform attire), NO sagging pants, NO Hats NO Tank tops, strapless or spaghetti straps NO Provocative attire, showing midriff NO Graphic t-shirts, in poor taste, by means of language, pictures, symbols, weapons.

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Lancaster Municipal Court now offers online Deferred Adjudication Request via Traffic Payment. Fees and restrictions apply.

www.trafficpayment.com Lancaster Municipal Court 200 W. Main Street 972-218-1334

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At Lancaster Regional Airport, we not only serve pilots; we are pilots. We know what it means to fly. We know what it means to be a part of something bigger than yourself. We are family, friends, and colleagues. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a Cessna Citation business jet, military Blackhawk helicopter, a student just learning in a Grumman Come visit the Airport Café Trainer, or a visitor 730 Ferris Road with a special place in your heart for aviation; you’re one of us and you are welcome here.

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Full Service JET-A Fuel Full Service 100LL Fuel Self Service JET-A Fuel Self Service 100LL Fuel Aircraft Towing Ground Power Units (GPU) Services Hangar Space Visit www.Lancaster-tx.com/118/Airport for fuel prices.

Ramp Space Foreign Object Debris/Damage (FOD) Control Facility Maintenance Quality Control Respond to Airport Emergencies

Kellen Benbrook, Airport Manager 730 Ferris Road, Suite 102 Lancaster, TX 75146 972-227-5721 kbenbrook@Lancaster-tx.com

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When is your Bulk Trash Week?

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Download the free Recycle Coach app from your app store, or go to the city website at http://www.lancaster-tx.com/1081/Interactive-Maps to determine your bulk trash week by entering your address.

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Download the FREE app from your Apple store or Google Play and get a personalized trash collection schedule.

This app allows you to set reminders for your trash, recycling, and bulk/brush collection from an hour, 12 hours, 24 hours, 48 hours or even a week prior to collection at no cost to you. Search "Recycle Coach" and select LANCASTER, Texas for your location.

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Lancaster residents can recycle reusable clothing, shoes, and housewares with free, curbside pick-up on their regular recycling collection day. Simply place your orange bags provided by Simple Recycling beside your recycling bin before 7:30 a.m. and they will take care of the rest, leaving behind replacement bags for your continued convenience. For a list of acceptable items, you can visit their website at www.simplerecycling.com.

Courtesy Notice

Best Yard Award

Can you please help us out?

On service days, please ensure your vehicle is not parked in this area. Code Compliance will be notified about repeat offenders.

This is a courtesy notice from your neighborhood trash and recycling partner CWD.

We need your help! In order to safely pick up trash and recycling items, the trucks need ample space in order to maneuver into the alleyways. Cars parked across from the alleyways impede this process and increase the chance of private property being damaged.

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Do you know someone (yourself, a neighbor, or a business) who is doing a great job maintaining their yard on a regular basis? Nominate them today! The City would like to recognize those who go above and beyond to keep our neighborhoods beautiful. Go to http://www.lancaster-tx.com/1212/Best10 Yard-Award to access a nomination form.

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Lancaster Eyes and Ears Program (LEEP) The City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division is seeking volunteers to join the

Blowing or leaving grass clippings and other yard waste in the street is ILLEGAL (Ord. Sec. 24.05.006).

The LEEP program will primarily perform duties in the field identifying code violations for code officers to perform further investigation.

Essential duties and responsibilities: Patrol assigned areas to identify code violations such as: Excessive accumulation of trash and debris; parking of vehicles, boats, trailers on unimproved surfaces; high grass and overgrown weeds/vegetation; junk vehicles; illegal dumping and litter; and illegal placement of signs.

To join or for more information contact the City of Lancaster Code Compliance Division at 972-218-1200.

Why? Besides being a code violation, leaves and grass clippings can clog the City’s storm water drain system. When drains are clogged with clippings and debris, rain water can come backup and flood homes and property. Also, storm drains empty into our creeks and river unfiltered and untreated.

What should I do with clippings?

• Blow grass clippings back onto the lawn, where they become a mulch and natural fertilizer.

• Collect clippings and leaves into compost pile.

Clippings are excellent compost for gardens.

• Sweep, collect and bag clippings and leaves and dispose of properly.

How to report it?

For more information or to report violations, call 23 Code Compliance at 972-218-1200 or email codecompliance@Lancaster-tx.com.

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When Is winter averaging?

The months of December, January and February are used for winter averaging.

Why does the city use winter use for averaging?

Your sewer bill is based upon your water consumption Outdoor water use (such as irrigation and recreational use) does not typically enter the city’s wastewater system and using winter averaging consumption therefore, prevents the wastewater portion of your utility from spiking during the summer.

Senior Citizens over the age of 62 qualify for a discount on their water bills.

• How much is the discount?  $2.24 water  $2.06 sewer

• How do I sign-up?

Complete the form located at the utility billing desk at City Hall.

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Bring your driver’s license for proof of identity. The water bill must be in the senior citizens’ name.

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Stay Safe CodeRED Weather Warning will alert citizens in the direct path of severe weather.

Alert Types Notifications will be sent out moments after a severe thunderstorm warning, tornado warning or flash flood warning has been issued by the National Weather Service. Only citizens in the immediate impact area will be alerted.

Caller ID You will know the call is from CodeRED Weather Warning when you see the telephone number 888-566-9780. If you would like to hear the last message delivered to your phone, simply dial the number back.

Privacy Your contact information will remain private and will only be used for severe weather alerts. You may also receive alerts in other areas that use CodeRED for community notifications. http://www.lancaster-tx.com/194/CodeRED-Emergency-Notifications

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Lancaster RBI Baseball 10U had three teams this year. The TX Rangers, Stallions and the Indians. The Indians came in 1st place with a Gold, the Stallions came in 2nd place with a Silver and the TX Rangers placed 5th place.

Indians 10U – 1st Place - Gold

Stallions 10U – 2nd Place - Silver

Indians and Stallions 10U TX Rangers 10U – 5th Place

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Doo The Right Thing!

Love your pet every day by committing to always pick up their waste and dispose of it properly. More on how pet waste affects you, your pet and our environment at DFWStormwater.com/PetWaste.

Lancaster Animal Shelter 690 E. Main Street Lancaster 972-218-1210

Vet Services at the Lancaster Animal Shelter Saturday, October 20th 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Only $15 for each chip

FREE Vet Services (for residents within the 75134 zip code) Wednesdays, November 14th & 28th Appointments are required and can be made at 972-472-3500

Vet Services are open to all Lancaster residents each 3rd Saturday of the month.

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1501 N. Dallas Avenue 972-472-3500

Animal Services

Did you know that you can receive a citation for letting your dog run loose?

Avoid receiving a citation by taking the following precautions:  

Keep your dog and/or cat contained in your yard.

Dogs must be held by a leash at all times in a park or public playground, except in park areas designated and posted by the City of Lancaster to be "dog friendly areas", such as the Dog Park at City Park across from the Golf course.

The City of Lancaster ordinance (Sec. 22.06.004) prohibits leaving or parking a motor vehicle, boat or other impediment on any public street or alley between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. within ten (10) feet of a mailbox, except a United States Postal Service vehicle, and except on Sundays and federal holidays.

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Effective February 19, 2018, all dogs and cats 4 months and older are required to be microchipped. ENFORCEABLE BY CITATION.

IT’STHELAW!

Microchipping is available at the Lancaster Animal Shelter, 690 E. Main Street. For more information call 972-218-1210.

Transportation Code Sec. 545.303 The Texas State Transportation Code States: (a) An operator who stops or parks on a two-way roadway shall do so with the right-hand wheels of the vehicle parallel to and within 18 inches of the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway. (b) An operator who stops or parks on a oneway roadway shall stop or park the vehicle parallel to the curb or edge of the roadway in the direction of authorized traffic movement with the right-hand wheels within 18 inches of the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway or left-hand wheels within 28 inches of the lefthand curb or edge of the roadway. This subsection does not apply where a local ordinance otherwise regulates topping or parking on the one-way roadway.

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Quality of Life and Cultural Services Recreation Center, Aquatics, Veterans Memorial Library, and Senior Life Center Recreation Center Monday – Thursday: 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Closed Sunday

Swim hours vary throughout the year.

1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 972-218-3700

1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 972-218-3701

Veterans Memorial Library

Senior Life Center

Monday – Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Fridays: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Closed Sunday

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Aquatics Center

240 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, TX 75134 972-218-3780

Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Performing Arts – Dancing From the Soul You will dance from the soul in this field collegiate style dance conditioning class where your child will learn Ballet, Jazz and Hip-Hop.

$40/month (Age 4-18) Mondays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Performing Arts – Tutus & Tap Tots love to dance! Introduce your child to ballet and tap to improve coordination and confidence. $30/month (Ages 3-5) Tuesdays 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

Music for all Occasions

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Martial Arts - Karate Martial arts are a great way to build self-confidence and character in children. Karate and self-defense techniques are for all skill levels. $40/month (Ages 5-15) Tuesday/Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and Thursday 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Special Interest – Gymnastics & Tumbling Exciting classes for beginners or those with advanced skills. They will learn the proper techniques for all skill levels. $50/month Mondays, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

This class will teach students the proper techniques of piano and keyboard. Music for all occasions also provides complete orientation to the keyboard for beginning pianists. There is a $30 one time registration fee.

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Monthly fee for class applies.

For additional information call 972-218-3700

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Step To It Join us for Step Aerobics at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held daily from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Thursdays.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. $30/month, $7 drop-in Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. $20/month, $7 drop-in Tuesday/Thursday 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. $30/month, $7 drop-in Recreation Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway

Water Aerobics

Swing Out Swing Out with your partner hour after hours having fun while burning calories, slimming down your waistline.

Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. $25/month, $8 drop-in

Join us for Water Aerobics at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Classes are held daily from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and MondayThursday, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

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Yoga Join us for Yoga at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

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Women’s Self Defense A basic course for women, ages 13-100, in techniques for personal safety, prevention, and self-defense. Physical techniques are built around gross motor skills to escape and survive an attack, using training a repetition to prepare for possible life situation.

Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. $40/month

Other Fitness Classes

Adult Cycling Join us for Adult Cycling at the Recreation Center, 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.

Double or triple your work-out each month, it’s worth it. Working out those muscles and strengthen those lungs each day and boost your energy.

OPTION 1: Duo class. You can work-out in the fitness atrium and participate in fitness swim for the month.

OPTION 2: Trio class. Spin class, fitness atrium and fitness swim for the month.

Duo class, $30/Resident, $35/Non-Resident Trio class, $40/Resident, $45/Non-Resident

Early Bird Fitness Swim and Atrium Annual Pass Members who would like to utilize the pool and fitness atrium during the early morning hours are encouraged to try this membership. This will allow members to swim and workout during early morning open swim and Fitness Atrium hours until 4:00 p.m.

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Recreation Center ID is required.

Monthly fee for classes applies.

For additional information call 972-218-3700

$140/Annually (resident) $160/Annually (non-resident)

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WELLBEATS on Demand Fitness You will be engaging in exercise programs led by virtual qualified instructors. It’s fitness on request, a comprehensive group fitness solution that combines pre-recordings of several different classes with live class management software. Free with annual fitness atrium membership or $5 for drop-in.

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Water Aerobics Have you ever noticed how challenging it is to walk through a swimming pool? The resistance provided by water makes it a great course for all fitness levels. It is low-impact, yet increases stamina and strength. Register monthly, or pay $7 per class as a drop-in.

Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Recreation Center 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Winter Basketball League The City of Lancaser and Metro Basketball Association presents the 2018 Winter Basketball League. Youth attending Lancaster ISD Elementary will have a chance to represent their school by participating on a team with their classmates. Ages are 4U, 6U, 8U, 10U, and 12U.

Lifeguard Certification Learn basic lifesaving techniques and get certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard. Includes CPR/First Aid/AED. Great for those seeking part-time/summer jobs; required to work as a lifeguard at Texas pools. Advance registration and swim skills are required. Contact 972218-3700 for more information.

Register at www.leaguelineup.com/,y,ba Registration is October 1st – December 28th Registration Fee: $35 per player/ $300 per team.

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Join us as we listen to rock music while crafting with paper!

2:30 p.m.

Saturdays, November 3rd & 17th Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

November 7th & 9th – Computer Basics November 14th & 16th – Word Basics November 21st – PowerPoint Basics November 28th & 30th – Excel Basics

Family Craft Night

Tuesday, November 6th 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 29th, 6:30 p.m.

Make a take-home craft as a family, all supplies are provided.

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Get the family together and join us for non competitive games and fun on the first Tuesday of the month!

Library Teen Club Otaku Night Thursday, November 1st at 4:00 p.m.

Game Night Thursday, November 15th at 4:00 p.m.

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Come Write-In Join us at our Come Write-In events as we celebrate National Novel Writing Month. NaNoWriMo encourages writers to complete a 50,000 word novel during the month of November.

Attendees do not have to be participating in NaNoWriMo, just a desire to write.

Mondays at 5:00 p.m.

Enjoy a family-friendly movie and refreshments 2:00 p.m.

Friday, November 16th

e-Books at the Library Did you get a new tablet recently? Learn how to get new e-Books on your digital device using your library card! The collection has both e-Pub and Blio formats.

Toddler Time (0-4 yrs.)

Tuesdays November 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th Family Story Time (all ages) Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m.

Saturdays at 1:00 p.m.

Library card holders will be able to check out books from home using a Kindle Fire, Kindle HD, Android, iPad, iPod, and iPhone, Nook, Sony or Kobo by using the Blio App or the AxisReader App.

For all children and their families.

Join us for crafts, puppets, and of course stories.

Genealogy Get free assistance from an experienced researcher.

This is open to beginners and practiced tree climbers alike.

Monday evenings 6:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.

November 5th, 12th & 26th

Fun e-Books for elementary age children.

Read and watch animated stories from a laptop, desktop, IOS (iPad & iPhone), Android or other eReader device.

Learning is fun in the cloud. Come see for yourself.

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Features and Amenities The Lancaster Senior Life Center is a full-service activity center open to adults ages 50 years and up. The center includes several top features: • • • • • • • •

Banquet hall with full catering kitchen and stage Nintendo WII consoles for fun and fitness Classrooms Craft room Reading lounge with selection of books Well-stocked game room with pool & poker tables Computer room Fitness room

There is truly something for everyone! All members will receive a t-shirt and opportunity to participate in classes, special events and to build new friendships.

Membership fee for a resident is $3/annually and for a non-resident $5/annually.

Congregate Meal Program Lunch served Monday-Friday 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

The Congregate Meal Program is a daily lunch program that ensures a nutritious meal for seniors ages 60 and older. It is FREE and senior participants do not have to be a member of the Lancaster Senior Life Center.

Senior participants MUST complete an intake form and nutrition assessment prior to participating in the program, which is sponsored in part by the Dallas Area Agency on Aging and the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. RSVP’s are highly encouraged. Participants must attend at least one nutrition education session annually.

Seniors, ages 50-59, who are not members of the Lancaster Senior Life Center may purchase a lunch from the program for an additional fee.

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Shopping Trips Each month we provide transportation from the Senior Life Center to area stores. Two additional outings are taken each month as well.

Line Dance Step to the beat with today’s newest moves.

Learn a new style each month. Learn the basic steps. Beginners, intermediate and advanced dancers are all welcomed. Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m.

Walking Club Senior appropriate workout for ages 50+.

Get healthy and fit through walking and low impact exercise. Monday’s and Wednesday’s at 10:30 a.m.

Senior Life Center is Closed

November 22nd & 23rd for Thanksgiving

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BINGO Compete with your peers and join us for BINGO. Alternative versions such as blackout and four corners will be played.

Cost is $1/card. November 9th from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Coffee, Conversation, and Coloring for Senior Adults (Including Words, Numbers, and Puzzles) Who doesn’t love to color? Especially outside of the lines! Join senior adults for competitive coloring contests and prizes.

Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 .m.

Groom and Glamour Lounge Who doesn’t like looking good? Groom and Glamour Days are back! Senior adults (men and women), you owe it to yourself to be pampered. Must sign up early at the Senior Life Center. Seating is limited.

Offered the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Knitting and Crochet Come and enjoy the lively company of a tightly knitted group of senior adults, designing items through knitting and crochet.

Class is open to all (beginners, intermediates and advanced members). Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

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Senior Life Center is Closed November 22nd & 23rd for Thanksgiving Computer Education and Training Enjoy computer access and learn different software, programs, and navigation on the Internet. Create Facebook pages and enjoy other forms of social media for free.

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Lifetime of Legacies Every day in essence is our birthday, but we designate one day each month to celebrate the lifetime and legacies of our senior adults with recognition, cupcakes, ice cream and fun. It is what we do best. “Adding Living to Life!” First Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Men’s Power Hour This is a powerful hour of empowerment.

Come and fellowship with other men to discuss and engage in conversations, specifically important to men. This very popular class is open to men of all ages and distinctions. Strength is mighty. One’s mind is mightier. Empower your mind through conversations with men of all ages, races and nationalities. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Croquet Learn the popular game of croquet a traditional backyard recreation game” enjoyed by all ages. Thursdays at 1:30 p.m.

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Nutrition Education Session A comprehensive and effective presentation that is designed to provide you with valuable information, tools and resources to make more informed and healthy food choices.

One nutrition education session is required on an annual basis for congregate meal program participants. Second Monday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

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Sewing and Quilting Bring your own materials and enjoy conversation, technique assistance and the company of fellow craftsmen.

Machines and quilting horse provided.

Participants create items to donate to area hospitals. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Stretch Xercise Resistance exercise with senior members in mind. Low-impact, yet increases stamina and strength. November 14th from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

PuzzleRama Everyone loves games. PuzzleRama is a wonderful way to exercise your ingenuity and your wealth of knowledge, as only seniors know. We have a variety of puzzles.

Increase your “inductive reasoning aptitude� and discover logic in the palm of your hands.

PuzzleRama exercises the mind, body and soul, by challenging your to pick up the pieces and solve the problem. Mondays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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This is a majestic group of singing senior adults who meet regularly and performs occasionally at special events throughout the City of Lancaster.

Vision 2 also performs throughout the week during the Congregate Meal Program.

Mondays from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Reading is Fun Reading is basic information, and essential to the livelihood of all individuals, so much so that it is the most popular program at the Senior Life Center.

Money is fundamental. Wisdom is powerful.

Knowledge is an advantage. Nothing, however, compares to the written word on paper. Engaging, energizing, informative and empowering. Re-develop your love of reading. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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Coffee/Conversation/Coloring Knitting and Crochet Class Senior Walking Club Men’s Power Hour Legacies of a Lifetime Celebration Reading/Sewing/Quilting Dominoes/Cards/Board Games PuzzleRama Line Dancing Vision II

All Senior Life Center activities, programs, outings and events require a current membership and/or preregistration, and are subject to change without notice.

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Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Monday, December 3, 3018 7:00 p.m.

City Hall, 211 N. Henry Street Join us for Hot Cocoa and Refreshments!

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Lancaster Regional Airport Animal Services Building Inspections/Code Compliance

972-227-5721 972-218-1210 972-218-1200

Texas State Auxiliary Museum City Hall Country View Golf course County Health Dept (Immunizations) County Tax Office Development Services Driver’s License Office Economic Development Facility Rentals Fire (Non-Emergency) City Career Opportunities Senior Life Center Library LISD Administration Municipal Court Outreach Center Recreation Center Parks Division Planning & Zoning Police/Non-Emergency Public Works Volunteer Opportunities Water/Utility Billing Water/Sewer Repair Water/Sewer Repair (on-call)

972-218-1300 972-218-1300 972-227-0995 214-819-1800 214-653-7811 972-218-1200 469-272-9301 972-218-1314 972-218-3706 972-218-2600 972-218-1794 972-218-3780 972-227-1080 972-218-1400 972-218-1334 972-227-0138 972-218-3700 972-218-3709 972-218-1240 972-218-2711 972-275-1752 972-218-3706 972-218-1328 972-218-2324 214-500-1388

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