Burleson Focus Summer 2017 Edition
4th of July Concert & Fireworks Chisenhall Fields Sports Complex
City hosts 4th of July Fun Trio Grande, a ZZ Top cover band, is the headliner for the city’s free Independence Day concert and fireworks show on Tuesday, July 4. The celebration takes place at Chisenhall Fields Sports Complex, 500 W. Hidden Creek Pkwy. The gates will open at 5 p.m., with the concert starting at 7:30 p.m. and the fireworks at approximately 9:20 p.m. The day’s celebration starts at 9 a.m. on July 4 with the Burleson Lions Club’s 13th annual Independence Day Parade. The parade route starts at Kerr Middle School and winds from Irene Street to Gregory Street, Johnson Avenue, Ellison Street, Wilson Street, Bufford Street, Warren Street, Gregory, and back to Irene. The parade will pass in front of Burleson City Hall. Residential streets around the parade staging area (Lena, Irene, Dian, Gregory) will be closed starting at 6:30 a.m. on July 4. Johnson Avenue,
between Gardens Boulevard and Renfro Street including all side streets along the entire parade route - will be closed between 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Antique vehicles, classic vehicles, emergency vehicles, military vehicles and motorcycles as well as businesses, churches, horses, pets, school groups, sports groups and more will be showcased during the parade. For more information about the parade, email@burlesonlions.org. The fun continues into the night with the 90-minute concert by Trio Grande, followed by the fireworks show choreographed to patriotic music. A concession stand will be open but patrons may also bring a picnic and beverages. No alcohol, glass bottles, pets, tents or canopies/ pop-ups are permitted in the park. Fireworks, including sparklers, are also not permitted.
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Parade: 9 a.m. Concert: 7:30 p.m. Fireworks: 9:20 p.m.
City releases Citizens’ Annual Financial Report The City of Burleson’s Citizens’ Annual Financial Report shows the community exactly how their tax dollars were spent last year. This report is the city’s version of a corporate annual report that discusses revenue and expenditures, condensed to a few pages that include fun facts about HighPoint Business Park, public safety initiatives and other financial information. “This report highlights much more than the city’s finances,” said Burleson manager, Dale Cheatham. “It also tells the story of our Watch Citycity meetings live from your city and what makes it a great place to live, work and play.” View the computer or smartphone, https://www.burlesontx.com/880/Streaming-Video report at burlesontx.com/citizensfinancialreport
Police program focuses on special needs The Burleson Police Department created the Guardian Program, a voluntary and free, registry for those who may be unable to communicate basic personal information due to a diagnosed cognitive disorder. This program also assists those who are prone to wander or run away from a guardian’s home or school due to a diagnosed medical disorder.
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Special needs include Autism, Alzheimer’s, dementia, or some other mental/intellectual disability. The program provides first responders with information, such as physical appearance of the special needs child or adult if they go missing,the places they will likely go, triggers,stimulants and deescalation techniques.
Library’s summer reading starts June 1 The Burleson Public Library is gearing up for City to get first dog Summer Reading Club with exciting programs, park! prizes, and fun for readers of all ages. The city’s first dog park
Registration and the reading are available is currently in thelog design online. Readersphase of alland ages will also have construction is weekly expected start June challenges that couldtoearn them2017. extra prizes The location will be off of from June 1 to July 31. All you need to do is sign Memorial Plaza, near Fire up and log what you’ve read. Station #2.
For more information contact (817) 426-9210 or burlesonlibrary.com
Apply to serve on a city board or commission If you have ever had an interest in serving on a City board or commission, now is your chance. The City Secretary’s office is currently accepting applications. Board and Commission appointments are made in September. Fill out the application online, burlesontx.com/ boardapp
Book your next event at Russell Farm Art Center
Saturday, August 19 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. All adoption fees will be waived for both cats and dogs. Burleson Animal Shelter 775 SE John Jones Drive (817) 426-9283
Stream City Council Meetings www.burlesontx.com/watchlive
The City’s 30-acre historic farm at 405 W. County Road 714 is the perfect place for your next event. The farm is a rustic and very picturesque slice of Texas with roling hills and stately trees. It would be difficult to find a more relaxing and rustic venue to host your wedding, reunion, family gathering or corporate outing. For more information call, (817) 447-3316 or burlesontx.com/russellfarm.
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City Events JUNE June 2 Hot Sounds of Summer Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. Old Town featuring Memphis Soul June 9 Hot Sounds of Summer Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. Old Town featuring Wayne the Train Hancock June 16 Hot Sounds of Summer Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. Old Town featuring Le Freak June 23 Hot Sounds of Summer Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. Old Town featuring Graceland Ninjaz June 30 Hot Sounds of Summer Concert Series, 7:30 p.m. Old Town featuring Fin City
HOT SOUNDS SUMMER CONCERT
JULY July 4 Fireworks and Concert, 7:30 p.m. Chisenhall Fields Fireworks start at 9:20 p.m. July 7 Dive-In Movie, 7 p.m. Burleson Recreation Center (BRiCk)
CRAFT FAIR
July 8 Craft Fair, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Senior Activity Center
For more information about these events and other upcoming city events visit burlesontx.com