Lancaster Today February 2019

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Calendar of Events Black History Month, American Hearth Month

Calendar of Events Mayor and City Council Register to Vote May 4th Election LISD Walk In Court Country View Golf Club Community Services Special Events Boards and Commissions Storm Water Public Education Road Construction Updates Lancaster Regional Airport Lancaster Market-Survey Citizens Public Safety Academy Recycling/Best Yard Award Bulk/Trash/Recycling Code Compliance Animal Services Quality Life & Cultural Services Important Numbers

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February 1-March 3 - It’s Time Texas Community Challenge February 1 My Brother’s Keeper, 9:30 a.m., Cedar Valley College February 2 LISD Black History Bowl, 8:30 a.m., Lancaster High School February 3 Super Bowl Sunday February 4 Walk In Court, 1:00 p.m., Lancaster Municipal Court February 6 Outdoor Warning Siren Testing, 2:00 p.m., throughout the City February 5 Senior Black History Program, 10:30 a.m., Senior Life Center February 7 Senior Valentine’s Day Social, 10:30 a.m., Senior Life Center February 8 Parent Child Valentines Dance, 6:00 p.m., Recreation Center February 14 Valentines Day February 16 VET Services, Lancaster Animal Shelter February 23 Couch to 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 a.m., Senior Life Center February 28 C.E.R.T. Open House, 6:00 p.m., Public Safety Building

City Council Meetings February 11

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March 4 March 18

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Special Work Session, 6:30 p.m., Regular Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers Work Session, 7:00 p.m., James R. Williams Pump Station Regular Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers Special Work Session, 7:00 p.m., James R. Williams Pump Station Work Session, 7:00 p.m. James R. Williams Pump Station

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

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Your Mayor and City Council Clyde C. Hairston Mayor

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

VOTER REGISTRATION

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Are You Registered to Vote?

Thursday, April 4th is the last day for submitting your voter registration application to Dallas County in time to vote in the May 4th Joint Local Election.

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Important Pre-Election Information Friday, February 15th Last day for filing application for place on ballot (must be received by 5:00 p.m. at City Secretary’s Office).

Tuesday, February 19th Last day for write-in Candidate to declare candidacy.

Friday, February 22nd Last day for a ballot candidate to withdraw (withdrawal request must be received by 5:00 p.m. at City Secretary’s Office).

May 4th Election - Early Voting Schedule

Friday, February 22nd Last day for write-in Candidate to withdraw (withdrawal request must be received by 5:00 p.m. at City Secretary’s Office).

Lancaster Veterans Memorial Library at 1600 Veterans Memorial Parkway and other Dallas County branch locations on the dates and times below:

Thursday, April 4th Due date for filing first report of campaign contributions and expenditures by opposed candidates by 5:00 p.m. (at the City Secretary’s Office) or midnight if filed electronically.

Monday, April 22, 2019 through Friday, April 26, 2019 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 4th Last day for submitting voter registration application to Dallas County in time to vote at the election.

Monday, April 22nd First day for Early Voting by Personal Appearance.

Tuesday, April 26th Due date for filing second report of campaign contributions and expenditures by opposed candidates by 5:00 p.m. (at City Secretary's Office) or midnight if filed electronically.

Tuesday, April 30th Last day of Early voting by personal appearance.

Saturday, May 4th ELECTION DAY. Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Voting by sick or disabled voters at main early voting place, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., where electronic voting systems are used at precinct polling place.

Saturday April 27, 2019, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 28, 2019, 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Monday, April 29, 2019 through Tuesday, April 30, 2019, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

During the early voting period, registered voters may vote at any Dallas County early voting location. A complete list of Dallas County early voting locations is available at www.dallascountyvotes.org.

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Walk In Court Monday, February 4th 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.

NO Long T-shirts NO Muscle shirts NO Super mini-skirts NO Flip-Flops or house shoes Shoes are required

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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COUNTRY VIEW GOLF CLUB

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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. Drop off is also available at the quarterly City Wide Trash Off Events.

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)

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Library Advisory Board 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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STORM WATER PUBLIC EDUCATION

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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 888566-9780. 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/CodeREDEmergency-Notifications

When Is winter averaging?

February is the last month of winter averaging.

Why does the city use winter use for averaging?

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?

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.

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

• What should I bring with me?

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

STREETS & STORMWATER Pleasant Run Road Phase 1

Bluegrove Road Project

Road Improvements and other infrastructure improvements including water, sewer and drainage (Dallas County). Replacement of damaged concrete panels and east bound lanes from I-35 Service Road to Houston School Road will be completed around the end of January 2019 (weather permitting).

Road Improvements and other infrastructure improvements including water, sewer and drainage (Dallas County). Due to be completely finished by the end of January 2019 (weather permitting).

TRA TM-1 Relief Interceptor Project Installation of approximately 16,600 feet of 3,672 inch pipeline along Ten Mile Creek in Lancaster and Desoto from I-35 to South of Beltline Road (along Main Street). Expected completion is Spring of 2019 (weather permitting).

Street Lights Along Houston School Road Installation of new street lights along Houston School Road from I-20 to Pleasant Run Road. Estimated completion is end of February 2019 (weather permitting).

Houston School Road at Meadowgate Lane Danieldale Road (I-35 to Houston School Road) Reconstruction and widening of Danieldale Road, I-35 – Houston School Road, close storm system, and curb inlets. Intersection improvements at Danieldale Road and Houston School Road to include an east bound left and right turn lane and a traffic signal.

Nearly completed.

Beltline Road from Bluegrove Road to West Main Street Reconstruction of surface of Beltline Road from Bluegrove Road to West Main Street.

Nearly completed.

New traffic signals to be installed at the intersection of Meadowgate Lane and Houston School Road. Pole foundations for the new streetlights are currently being installed. Expected completion around end of January 2019 (weather permitting).

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 Department at 972-218-1300 or email communityrelations@lancaster-tx.com.

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LANCASTER REGIONAL AIRPORT

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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MARKET SURVEY

What is your zip code?

What is your age?

18-25 26-34 35-44 45-54 55 or older Have you ever visited a Farmer’s Market?

Yes or No Type of products or vendors you would like to see at the Lancaster Market?

Local, fresh vegetables and fresh fruit Homemade baked goods Homemade jellies and jams Handmade jewelry and/or crafts Other

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What days and times of the week would you attend the Lancaster Market?

Saturday evenings, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday mornings, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Saturday afternoons, 12:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Additional attractions you would like to see at the Lancaster Market?

Games and activities Live entertainment Fitness demonstrations (i.e. Zumba or other fitness classes) Other If you would like to receive follow up information or are interested in volunteering, please email dpowell@Lancaster-tx.com.

The online link to the survey is: https://goo.gl/forms/1uBtjW3FieTeIXLv2

CITIZENS PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY

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The Lancaster Police and Fire Departments have combined their efforts to offer a unique training opportunity for citizens and city employees of Lancaster, Texas.

Become a Public Safety Ambassador today!

This academy is FREE to all participants! Citizens Public Safety Academy is designed for persons living in or working for the City of Lancaster who wish to learn more about the Lancaster Police and Fire Departments. Applications are available at the link below or at the Lancaster Public Safety Building. Spaces are limited! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity; submit your application today!

Application Deadline - MAY 1st, 2019 • • • • • • • • • • • •

Sessions: A ten week course that meets one night per week for 2.5 hours Spring Session Schedule: May 23, 2019 – August 1, 2019 Topics Covered Emergency communications S.W.A.T. Emergency medical Medical helicopter services Hands-on simulator “shoot, don’t shoot” scenarios Investigations Vehicle Extraction Live Burn Home safety prevention And much more…

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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.

FEBRUARY IS BULK/BRUSH MONTH

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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.

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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 20 Code Compliance at 972-218-1200 or email codecompliance@Lancaster-tx.com.

ANIMAL SERVICES

Pet Adoption

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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, February 16th 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, February 13th & 27rd 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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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.

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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 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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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

Aquatics Center 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

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

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

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

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PERFORMING ARTS

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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S.A.F.E. Afterschool Program Open to students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

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

Monday through Friday 3:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

For more information regarding program activities, fees, etc., call 972-218-3700.

Water Aerobics

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.

Tuesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

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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. – 7:30 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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Swim Team Adults and youth.... Do you have what it takes to be a Tiger Shark? Lancaster Aquatic's Tiger Sharks Swim Team is a training and competitive recreational swim team. The team competes in Lancaster programmed swim meets at the recreation center as well as regional and state competitions for the Texas Amateur Athletic Federation (TAAF). TAAF competitions schedule age groups from 6 years old to 50 and older.

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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.

Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

For more information, contact 972-2183713.

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.

For more information, visit www.Lancastertx.com or contact 972-218-3713.

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February Computer Classes

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

3:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 23rd Wednesdays & Fridays at 10:30 a.m.

February 6th & 8th – Computer Basics February 13th & 15th – Word Basics February 20th & 22nd – PowerPoint Basics February 27th & March 1st – Excel Basics

Family Craft Night

Thursday, February 28, 6:30 p.m.

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

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Family Movie Night

Otaku Night Thursday, February 7th at 4:00 p.m.

Thursday, February 14th at 6:00 p.m.

Game Night Thursday, February 21st at 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy a family-friendly movie and refreshments.

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.

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.

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.

February 4th, 11th, & 25th

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.

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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. February 8th & 22nd 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 Wednesdays 12:45 a.m. to 1:45 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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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 11:45 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.

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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

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.

Resistance exercise with senior members in mind. Low-impact, yet increases stamina and strength. February 13th at 10:30 a.m.

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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

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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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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