Irving City Spectrum, October 2019 by City of Irving

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BOND COMMITTEE SEEKS PUBLIC INPUT The Irving Citizens Bond Task Force Committee requests residents to provide input for projects to be included in the May 2020 bond authorization election. For more information and to provide input, visit Cityofirving.org/3477. n

First Ever Fall Festival is Oct. 12 The City of Irving is falling into autumn! The inaugural Fall Festival is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 12 at Whistlestop Plaza, 123 W. Irving Blvd. And the city staff has gone over-gourd with the pumpkins! They are planning pumpkin painting, pumpkin bowling and a pumpkin patch for perfect Instagram-able moments. Visitors also can expect carnival-style games, food and music — all to welcome the fall season. When the fun is over, the pumpkins are free to take

home, but only to Facebook friends. Families who prove they have liked and followed the new Irving Parks and Recreation Facebook page can take a pumpkin home for free. The page can be found by searching @IrvingParksandRec. Residents can pull up the page on their phones and show an event employee. Pumpkins will be given away on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. For more information, visit IrvingEvents.org. n

Illuminate Irving Shines a Light on Domestic Violence Community event to raise awareness, share resources and honor victims One in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will be victims of domestic violence by an intimate partner in the United States, according to national statistics.

CITY SCORES ‘HOLE IN ONE’ WITH IRVING GOLF CLUB Irons are swinging daily at the Irving Golf Club. If residents have not paid a visit to the newly renovated course, they will soon get their chance. The Irving Parks and Recreation Department along with city leaders are hosting a grand opening event and inviting everyone to attend. The event is on Oct. 19 at the Irving Golf Club, 2000 E. Shady Grove Road; additional details will be advertised before the event. Players started hitting the greens in August. The course was renovated to include new greens, fairways and tee boxes, a reroute of eight holes and a new irrigation system. Architects reversed the layout of the course to appeal to players of all skill levels. Also new are the clubhouse and kitchen. When players are not chasing a ball down the fairway they can relax, grab a drink or a bite to eat, and take in the view of the course against the Dallas skyline. The kitchen offers an array of options from small bites to heartier meals and beverages.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the Irving Police Department (IPD) and the city’s Family Advocacy Center (FAC) are bringing awareness to this serious crime through their annual Illuminate Irving ceremony.

All rates are subject to change without prior notification. For up-to-date rates, contact the Irving Golf Club or check the online tee times. Tee times can be made up to 7 days in advance.

Illuminate Irving: A Night of Remembrance and Hope will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 15 along Mandalay Canal, 200 E. Las Colinas Blvd. The event is free and open to the public. Free parking is available at the Mandalay Towers Garage.

Players must show valid proof of Irving residency to get the Irving resident discount. Must be at least 16 years of age with a valid driver’s license to operate a golf cart. A 24-hour cancellation notice is required for all reservations.

“Domestic violence is a community issue, and we want to talk to our residents about it,” said Irving Police Chief Jeff Spivey. “The first signs of an abusive partner start with a belittling comment or controlling behavior, and people need to understand this abuse may progress to physical violence.”

For future bookings and for groups of 12 or larger, call (972) 457-0772.

Attendees also can honor domestic violence victims by writing the names of survivors and victims on lanterns that will float down the Mandalay Canal. During the lantern release, white-light lanterns will honor survivors, and purple-light lanterns will remember those who Event Schedule died as a result of this crime. ● 5:30 p.m. Personalize a lantern, enjoy food and “It is important for us to continue children’s activities and talking about domestic violence so learn about community we can help victims and their families, resources and also keep our community ● 6:45 p.m. Remembrance members safe,” Spivey said. “We want Ceremony to share helpful resources with our ● 7:15 p.m. Lantern release residents, and together work to break on to Mandalay Canal this cycle of abuse.”

During the event, IPD encourages attendees to learn about the FAC’s free counseling services for victims and their families. FAC staff will be available to answer questions and provide resources.

Visit CityofIrving.org/Illuminate for more information. Search #IlluminateIrving on the City of Irving’s social media sites to follow the discussion on domestic violence. n

Budget Letter from the Mayor and Council on Pg. 8 Residents were invited to provide input on the Fiscal Year 2019-20 budget to help shape the future of the city. Irving City Council’s Budget Retreat was held on Aug. 21. The budget was adopted at the council meeting on Sept. 19. The budget letter provides an overview of the City of Irving budget highlighting enhancements, school district tax rate comparison, property tax rate and expenditures for fiscal year 2019-20. Visit CityofIrving.org/Budget for more information. n

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Irving residents will go to the polls Nov. 5 to vote. See early voting dates, times and more information. (Información esta disponible en español.)

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Check out fall fun at the Irving Arts Center starting See some of the programs and activities offered by with Hispanic Heritage Month activities ending with Parks and Recreation, including the AquaStars Swim a performance by Daniel Emmet (pictured above). Program, Poochfest and Teen Driver Safety Fair. AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF IRVING

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Irving Golf Club enforces proper golfing attire and does not permit tank tops, cut-off shorts or T-shirts on the course. Golfers arriving to play that are not in compliance with the dress code will be asked to change prior to teeing off. Irving Golf Club is a soft spike facility (no metal spikes). Visit IrvingGolfClub.org for more information. n

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In the Galleries Free guided gallery tours are offered at 6:30 p.m. Thursdays and 2:30 p.m. Sundays.

Horizons – Sparky Campanella

Gospel sensation the Kingdom Choir perform on Oct. 11

Taj Express brings their Bollywood Musical Revue to Irving Oct. 18

Fall Fun at Irving Arts Center

Through Nov. 10 | Carpenter Lobby Gallery Los Angeles-based photographer Sparky Campanella’s large-scale landscapes are an evocative take on the ever-shifting complementarity of civilization and nature. His horizon series breaks rank with many other contemporary landscape photographers by taking two elements that are often portrayed at odds ― the man-made and the natural ― and offering them as harmonious.

Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd., is a Smithsonian affiliate institution that is home to many forms of art and entertainment. To learn more, visit IrvingArtsCenter.com or call (972) 252-7558. Oct. 3 | JumpstART Stories and Art – Celebramos! Hispanic Heritage Month 10 a.m. | Suite 200 | Free JumpstArt pairs story time with fun art projects on the first Thursday of each month. This month celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a bilingual story time and art project. Oct. 4 | Ms. Mature Irving Pageant 5 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | Free This program is sponsored by the City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department’s Heritage Senior Center. The Ms. Mature Irving Pageant strives to showcase the talents of senior residents and to demonstrate the worth of the seniors to the community. Oct. 5 | Moxie Mischief Aerial Arts 1:30 and 5 p.m. | Dupree Theater | TBD Performance artists are presented by Moxie Mischief. Acts will range from ground (contortion, juggling) to air (trapeze, rope, silks) and feature a range of skill levels from amateur to professional. Oct. 5 | Pecos River Brass Band, presented by Entertainment Series of Irving 1:30 and 5 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $26.50 Entertainment Series of Irving’s 2019-20 opener features the Pecos River Brass, a 20-piece big band that is a favorite of North Texas audiences. Performances feature their own arrangements, as well as music from the great jazz big bands of a bygone era. Oct. 6 | Droupadi, presented by Sarasija Theaters 4:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $21.50-$201.50 “Droupadi” is the story of a princess born from fire. Based on the award-winning novel, “The Palace of Illusions” by veteran writer Chitra Banerjee Divakaruna, Sarasija Theaters brings the story to life in this grand visual spectacle. Oct. 10 | An Evening with Author/Archivist Grayson Dantzic 6:30 p.m. l Suite 200 | Free Grayson Dantzic will share behind-the-scenes anecdotes and images from his 20-year process of developing his recent book, “Jerry Dantzic: Billie Holiday at Sugar Hill.” Dantzic’s publication of his late father’s work serves as the inspiration and companion book for “Billie Holiday At Sugar Hill: Photographs by Jerry Dantzic.” This major Smithsonian Institution’s Traveling Exhibition Service exhibition has the honor and distinction of launching its four-year tour at Irving Arts Center on Sept. 14 and will be on display through Nov. 17. A reception will be held at 6:30 p.m. and the talk begins at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 11 | Kingdom Choir, presented by Irving Arts Center 7:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $16.50-$41.50 A show-stopping performance of “Stand By Me” at the Royal Wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry was viewed by more than 2 billion people around the world. Since then, the gospel choir’s version of this beloved classic has gone straight to the top of the Billboard charts and is an internet sensation receiving more than 10 million views on YouTube. With their first full-length album “Love, Hope and Inspiration” released this year by Sony Music, the pure joy and spiritual essence of this extraordinary London ensemble, under the direction of Karen Gibson, has further catapulted them into public consciousness. Do not miss a chance to see this one-night only exclusive engagement. Oct. 12 | Soulful Jazz, presented by Irving Black Arts Council 7:30 p.m. | Dupree Theater | $15-$20 The Irving Black Arts Council presents an evening of soulful jazz featuring The Michael Walker Project. Oct. 12 | Aryana Sayeed, presented by Tuti TV and Trivision 7:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $50.50-$246.50 Afghan singer, songwriter and TV personality Aryana Sayeed performs in Irving as part of her United States of Aryana tour.

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Oct. 12-Nov. 16 | Saturday School Session 1: Animals in Art – A Mixed Media Safari 2 to 4 p.m. Saturdays | Suite 200 | $75 Inspired by Irving Art Association’s 2019 Traveling Animal Art Exhibition, students ages 6-10 will meet each Saturday for six consecutive weeks to create art inspired by animals, real and imaginary, in a variety of 2D and 3D media including drawing, painting, collage and clay. Oct. 13 | Second Sunday Funday: Animals, Animals Everywhere! 1 to 4 p.m. (Drop in) | Suite 200 | Free Every second Sunday, Irving Arts Center hosts Family Funday ― offering free craft projects that are fun for the whole family. Inspired by the exhibition “IAA Traveling Animal Art Exhibit,” this month’s art-making activities celebrate creatures great and small … from furry to feathered … from wild to cuddly! Oct. 13 | Music and Mythology, presented by the New Philharmonic Orchestra of Irving (NPOI) 3:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $10-$20 NPOI opens its 2019-20 Sundays at the Symphony season with a concert featuring Richard Wagner’s Prelude to Act 1 of the opera “Lohengrin”; Antonin Dvorak’s “The Middway Witch” and “Opus 108”; and Mozart’s Symphony No. 41 in C Major, “Jupiter.” Oct. 15 | Memories in the Making and Caregivers (Drumming) Workshop 10 a.m. | Suite 200 | Free Irving Arts Center presents a new program of concurrent art workshops for persons with Alzheimer’s (and other dementia-related illnesses) and their caregivers. This month’s caregiver workshop will include a drumming workshop with instruction for using simple drumming as a tool for connecting and communicating with loved ones. All supplies are provided. Register at EventLeaf.com/MemoriesInTheMaking.

“Jawbone Canyon Looking West,” 2011

Traditional and Contemporary Indian Art Through Nov. 10 | Focus Gallery Co-curated by Deepa Koshaley and Linda Shotwell, this exhibition showcases North Texas artists working in both traditional and contemporary methods, inspired by the culture, themes and imagery of India.

“Eternal Love,” Monika Dogra

Billie Holiday at Sugar Hill Photographs by Jerry Dantzic Through Nov. 17 | Main Gallery This exhibition features vivid and intimate photographic portraits offering a rare glimpse into both the public and private life of one of the 20th century’s most iconic and significant artists: the consummate jazz and blues singer Billie Holiday. The exhibition is organized by the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service in collaboration with the Jerry Dantzic Archives.

Oct. 18 | Taj Express, presented by Irving Arts Center 7:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $16.50-$41.50 Set to an unforgettable soundtrack featuring the songs of Oscar winner A.R. Rahman with a cast of multitalented performers, “Taj Express” is an uplifting show full of color, high-energy music and dance scenes brought to life by the stars of Bollywood cinema and its musicians, all performing live on the same stage. Oct. 19 | The Julius Quartet, presented by Las Colinas Symphony Orchestra (LCSO) 7:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $16.50-$46.50 LCSO opens its 2019-20 season. Oct. 20 | Halloween Spook-TAP-ular: The Sludge, presented by Rhythmic Souls Tap Company 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. | Dupree Theater | $10-$20 Blast back to the ‘80s with a totally tubular Halloween tap experience. “The Sludge” is an original new show written by Jeff Swearingen. Featuring spirited tap dancing and comedy, nostalgia comes alive with a high school laboratory experiment gone horribly wrong! Oct. 20 | Fall Festival, Irving Symphonic Band 2 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $6-$12 Join the Irving Symphonic Band for an evening of lush sounds evoking the essence of autumn.

Billie Holiday performing on stage with her band – Paul Quinichette on tenor saxophone

Some Illustrator: Pictures by Melissa Sweet Through Jan. 26, 2020 | Dupree Lobby This exhibition features works of art created by acclaimed author, illustrator and artist, Melissa Sweet. She has won several awards for her illustrations, most notably a Caldecott Honor in 2009 for “A River of Words” and in 2015 for “The Right Word,” both by Jen Bryant. The exhibition features watercolors and art in her signature found-object collage style, which often incorporates wood, hardware, vintage office supplies, wallpaper and fabric. The exhibition is organized by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature.

Oct. 24 | United Nations: Global Leadership Awards 6 p.m. | Suite 200 | $40-$99 Join the United Nations Association to help celebrate the 2019 Global Leadership Award recipients. This year’s award winners are being recognized for promoting gender and economic equality, immigration reform, quality education, humanitarianism and much more. Oct. 26 | Daniel Emmet with the Irving Symphony Orchestra 7:30 p.m. | Carpenter Hall | $38-$49 Appearing as a finalist on NBC’s hit show “America’s Got Talent,” Daniel Emmet uniquely crosses the genres of pop and opera. Having performed and captivated audiences around the globe from Las Vegas to Vienna, he is a rising star with a beautiful voice.

“The Right Word” – “Roget and His Thesaurus,” 2014

Gallery Hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon., Tues., Wed. and Fri.; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thur.; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sat.; and 1 to 5 p.m. Sun.

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City of Irving Parks and Recreation Classes

Registration is at 6 p.m. Oct. 22 at all full-time and school recreation centers. Classes begin Nov. 4 and end Dec. 7. CIMARRON PARK RECREATION CENTER / 201 Red River Trail / (972) 910-0702 Hours: Mon, Wed, Fri : 6 a.m.–10 p.m. / Tue, Thu : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun : 1–5 p.m.

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Gym Game-Hockey Wood Craft It’s So Slime Table Tennis Challenge Gym Game-Kickball Cooking Class Board Game Challenge Volley Elite (ongoing class) Gym Game-Soccer Craft Class Youth Dominoes Teen Social Teen Fitness Ladies Night Line Dance Home-school Program Gym Game-Basketball Cooking Class Gym Game-Relay Craft Class Nintendo Switch Challenge Parent’s Night Out Game Room Challenge Flag Football 2K19

6-12 6-12 6-12 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-up 6-12 6-12 6-12 13-17 13-17 13-up 5-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 13-17 13-17

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Senior Fitness Hour (M,W,F) Adult Men’s Basketball League Volleyball

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Preschool Water Color Preschool Basketball Lego Time Playdoh Fun Dance Time Preschool Soccer Winter Crafts Legos and Blocks Science Time Preschool T-ball Snacks and Toons Color Fun Musical Playtime Preschool Hockey Playdoh Fun Coloring Fun Little Builders Preschool Gym Class Gym Social Lunch Buddies Kickball Fun Playground Fun Legos and Blocks

GEORGIA FARROW RECREATION CENTER AT WEST PARK / 530 Davis Drive / (972) 721-2519 Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

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YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to register for classes.

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Zumba (M,W,F) RARE Learning-Early Learners (M-F)

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Jacki Sorensen’s Dance Aerobics (M,Th) 18-64/ 65-up 2-5 Gymnastics (M,W) 5-16 Piano Lessons (M-F) 5-17 Basketball Skills: Level 1 (M,W,F) 5-16 Piano Lessons (M-F) 5-17 Basketball Skills: Level 2 (M,W,F) 5-16 Piano Lessons (M-F) 6-up Chess (M,W,F) 5-17 Basketball Skills: Level 3 (M,W,F) 5-16 Piano Lessons (M-F) 18-up Belly Fit 6-up Chess (M,W,F) 5-17 Basketball Skills: Level 4 (M,W,F) 5-16 Piano Lessons (M-F) 18-up Belly Dancing 18-up Fitness to You (M,W) 7-up DFW Table Tennis 24-36 Mom and Tots Play and Learn Rare mo. Learning (T,Th) 7-up Okinawan Karate (T,Th) 7-up Okinawan Karate Int./Adv. 10-14 Junior Youth Empowerment Program 2-5 Ballet and Tap 6-12 Ballet and Tap 7-up Okinawan Kobudo 7-up Okinawan Karate Blackbelt 7-10 Tennis Lessons Juniors 9-12 Tennis Lessons Juniors 7-up DFW Table Tennis 12-up Tennis Lessons Juniors 12-up Tennis Lessons Juniors

$50 mo. $169/$250/ $330/$405 $12/$10 or $3 class $65 mo. $90 mo. $30 week $90 mo. $30 week $90 mo. $10 per class $30 week $90 mo. $40 mo. $10 per class $30 week $90 mo. $40 mo./$10 class $5 class $40 mo./$3 class $66/4 weeks

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Preschool Soccer Skills Preschool Playdoh Big Wheel Racing Course Preschool Mathematic Preschool T-ball Skills Preschool Writing Skills Flag Football Color by Numbers Preschool Hockey Learning Numbers Identify and Matching Piece the Puzzle Preschool Fishing Learn your ABC’s Gym Mania Holiday Breakfast

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Youth Hockey Fuse Beads Madden 20 Xbox Basic Meditation Youth Basketball Cooking Class Let’s Play Chess Art Critique Gathering Youth Flag Football Craft Class Laser Tag Art Appreciation Beg. Rowing Home School Gym Games Youth Whiffle Ball Cooking Class Xbox and PS4 Gaming Essay Writing Skills Full Court Basketball Youth Kickball Tissue Art Horseshoe Tossing Soup Making (Cooking) Pump It Up Women Basketball Workout

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Fun Poker Challenge Fitness is Power Floor Exercise Couple Challenge Learning Spanish Adult Craft Cards and Dominoes Light Weight Training Soup Making (Cooking) Pump It Up Women Basketball Workout

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OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Mon noon-4 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. Tue noon-4 p.m. Wed noon-4 p.m. Thu noon-4 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. Fri noon-4 p.m. Sat 1-4:45 p.m. Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours.

HERITAGE SENIOR CENTER / 200 S. Jefferson St. / (972) 721-2496 Hours: M on, Thu, Fri : 8 a.m.–9 p.m. / Tue : 8 a.m.–10 p.m. / Wed : 8 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Membership required to participate in activities.

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AM Aerobics Texercise Classic Tai Chi for Arthritis/Fall Prevention ESL (English as a Second Language) Fit 4 Life Advanced Senior Computer Club Qi Gong and the Art of Relaxation

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Assisted Chair Yoga 42 (Dominoes) Beg. Bridge The Lively Steppers Zumba Yoga Hula Lessons Bingo Hula Part B (for students who have studied Hula) Heritage Singers (2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Mon)

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Stretch and Tone Wood Carving Gospel Singing Senior Computer Club 42 (Dominoes) Hand and Foot Adv. Bridge Busy Fingers Quilting Club Evening Aerobics Ceramics Dance AM Aerobics History By The Slice

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YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to register for classes.

GEORGIA FARROW RECREATION CENTER AT WEST PARK / 530 Davis Drive / (972) 721-2519 Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

DAY

AGE

ADULT CLASSES

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Mon 6-9 a.m. / noon-3 p.m. (pickleball) Tue Noon-3 p.m. (badminton) / 4-5:25 p.m. (basketball) Wed 6-9 a.m. (basketball) / noon-3 p.m. (pickleball) / 8:15-9:30 p.m. (basketball) Thu 11 a.m.-1 p.m. / 4-5:25 p.m. (basketball) Fri 6-9 a.m. (basketball) / noon-3 p.m. (pickle ball) / 7-9:30 p.m. (volleyball) Sat 1-3 p.m. (basketball) / 3-4:30 p.m. (badminton) Sun 1-3 p.m. (badminton) / 3-4:30 p.m. (basketball) Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours.

CLASS

YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES

YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES Mon

TIME

PRESCHOOL CLASSES

Wed

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City of Irving Parks and Recreation Classes

Registration is at 6 p.m. Oct. 22 at all full-time and school recreation centers. Classes begin Nov. 4 and end Dec. 7. HERITAGE SENIOR CENTER / 200 S. Jefferson St. / (972) 721-2496 Hours: M on, Thu, Fri : 8 a.m.–9 p.m. / Tue : 8 a.m.–10 p.m. / Wed : 8 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Membership required to participate in activities.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to register for classes.

DAY

TIME

CLASS

FEE

DAY

TIME

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Wed

10 a.m. 10-10:40 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 10:45-11:20 a.m.

50-up Nutrition 101 (2nd Wed) 50-up Tai Chi for Arthritis/Fall Prevention ESL (English as a Second Language) 50-up Blood Pressure Screening (3rd Wed) 50-up 50-up Qi Gong and the Art of Relaxation

Fri Sat

5:15-6:15 p.m. 9:15-10:15 a.m.

Jazzercise Jazzercise

18-up 18-up

$49 mo. $49 mo.

10:45-11:45 a.m. noon-1 p.m. 1-3:45 p.m. 1:30-3:30 p.m. 8:20-9:30 a.m. 10-11:15 a.m. 12:15-3:30 p.m. 12:30-4 p.m. 12:30-4:30 p.m. 1-2 p.m. 1-2 p.m.

50-up 18-up 18-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up

2:45-3:45 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 6-8:30 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 8:45-9:45 a.m. 9 a.m.-noon 9 a.m.-noon 10-11 a.m. 10-11:30 a.m. 10-11:45 a.m. noon-5 p.m. 1-2:30 p.m. 5:30-6:15 p.m. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 6:20-8:30 p.m.

Assisted Chair Yoga Yoga Line Dance Open Jam Session Stretch and Tone Bingo 42 (Dominoes) Adv./Int. Bridge Hand and Foot Beg. Tap Fitness Room Orientation (2nd, 4th Thu, appt. req.) Int. Tap Dance Evening Aerobics Bunko Great Book Club (3rd Thu) Writing and You (none 3rd Thu) AM Aerobics Mah Jongg Ceramics Fit 4 Life Investor's Information Exchange Friday at the Movies (2nd Fri) Canasta Spanish Club Sign up for Texas Hold Em’ Zumba Texas Hold Em’ (2nd and 4th Fri)

-0$5 (includes Qi Gong) -0-0$5 (includes Tai Chi for Arthritis) $35 mo./$8 per class $35 mo./$8 per class $20 mo./$6 per class -0$5 $1 -0-0-0-0-0-

9:30-10:30 a.m.

Yoga

18-up

$30 mo. $15 mo. $8 mo. -0-0$15 mo. -0-; inst. book $1 $15 mo. $35 mo. -0-0-0-0$3 per session $20 mo./$5 per class Heritage Membership required w/signup fee $35 mo./$8 per class

50-up

-0-

Out of the Box Bluegrass Open Auditions (Third Saturday of every month)

50-up

-0-

Thu

Fri

Sat

9:30-11:30 a.m. 11:30-noon

Out of the Box Bluegrass

AGE

TIME

LIVELY POINTE YOUTH CENTER / 909 N. O’Connor Road / (972) 721-8090 Hours: Mon–Fri : 4–9 p.m. / Sat : 1–5 p.m.

DAY

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Learning Sight Words Preschool Minicamp (M,W,F) Preschool Soccer ABC’s and 123’s Playground Games Lego Mania All About Animals Basketball Basics Storytime Dance and Learn Building with Blocks Gym Games Water Color Painting

3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5

$5 $30 -0$5 -0-0$5 -0-0$5 -0-0$5

Running for Your Health D.I.Y Ornaments Soccer Drills Futsal Exercise without Weights Kickball Tournament Uno Challenge Quarterback Skills Learn to Weave Teen Weight Training Soccer Showdown Holiday Collage Art Kid Fitness Futsal Cross Country Running Basketball Basics Make a Snack Jump Rope Fitness Trash to Treasure Volleyball Lessons Relay Races Coloring Fun Family Board Games Parents Night Out Checkers and Chess Holiday Fuse Bead Creations

6-12 6-12 6-12 7-12 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 13-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 13-17 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 11-17 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-up K-5th 7-12 11-17

-0$5 -0-0$5 -0-0-0$5 $5 -0$5 -0-0-0-0$10 -0$5 -0-0$5 -0$10 week -0$5

Learn to Play Billiards Senior Strength and Flexibility (T,Th) Boot Camp Cardio Endurance Weight Training Walk the Treadmill

18-up 50-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 18-up

$5 $10 $5 $5 $5 $5

PRESCHOOL CLASSES Mon Tue

Wed Thu

Fri Sat

9:15-10 a.m. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 10-11 a.m. 11 a.m.-noon noon-1 p.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 11 a.m.-noon noon-1 p.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 11 a.m.-noon

YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-9 p.m. 1-2 p.m. 2-3 p.m.

ADULT CLASSES Mon Tue Wed Thu Sat

8-9 p.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 8-9 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 3-4 p.m.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to register for classes.

DAY

TIME

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Mon

9:15-10 a.m. 9:15-10:15 a.m.. 5:15-6:15 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 9:15-10:15 a.m. 5:15-6:15 p.m. 6-9 p.m. 9:15-10:15 a.m. 5:15-6:15 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 9:15-10:15 a.m. 5:15-6:15 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 9:15-10:15 a.m.

Yoga for Seniors (M,W,F) Jazzercise Jazzercise Yoga II (M,W) Zumba Fitness Jazzercise Jazzercise USA Go Ju Karate (T,F) Jazzercise Jazzercise Zumba Fitness Jazzercise Jazzercise Yoga I Jazzercise

50-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 6-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 18-up 18-up

$25 mo. $49 mo. $49 mo. $35 mo. $20 mo. $49 mo. $49 mo. $35 mo. $49 mo. $49 mo. $25 mo. $49 mo. $49 mo. $35 mo. $49 mo.

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

P. 4

TIME

CLASS

AGE

FEE

12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18 12-18

-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-

YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES Mon

50-up 18-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 18-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 50-up 18–up 50-up

LEE PARK RECREATION CENTER / 3000 Pamela Drive / (972) 721-2508 Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun : 1–5 p.m.

DAY

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Mon 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. (basketball) and 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. (volleyball) Tue 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. (basketball) and 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (volleyball) Wed 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. (basketball) and 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. (volleyball) Thu 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. (basketball) and 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. (volleyball) Fri 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. / 8-9:45 p.m. (basketball) and 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (volleyball) Sat 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. (basketball) and 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. (volleyball) Sun 11 a.m.-4:45 p.m. (basketball) and 1-4:45 p.m. (volleyball) Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours.

Sat

4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 7:30-8:30 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 7:30-8:30 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 5:30-6:30 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 7:30-8:30 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 8-8:45 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6:30-7:30 p.m. 7:30-8:45 p.m. 2-3 p.m. 3-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m.

Weight Room Orientation Reality TV Mondays College Football Pick’Em Lively Running Club (M,W,F) Technology Tutoring Fantasy Football Round Table Girls Athletic Training Burnout Workout Uno Wars Chillin and Grillin with Steve Billiard League Weight Room Orientation Smoothie and Shake Take Night Hike (1st and 3rd) Name Your Game (2nd and 4th) Lively Running Club (M,W,F) Girl Talk Ping Pong League Let’s Make Up H.I.T. Cardio Irving Youth Action Council Mtg. (2nd and 4th) Dominoes Indoor Soccer Free Play Indoor Soccer Shootout Weight Room Orientation Social Media Chat Foosball Challenge Lively Running Club (M,W,F) Lively Film Club Board Games Girls Workout Floor Hockey

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Mon 4-9 p.m. (basketball) Tue 4-6 p.m. / 8-9 p.m. (basketball) Wed 4-9 p.m. (basketball) Thu 4-7 p.m. (basketball) and 7-9 p.m. (soccer) Fri 4-9 p.m. (basketball) Sat 1-4 p.m. (basketball) Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours.

MUSTANG PARK RECREATION CENTER / 2223 Kinwest Parkway / (972) 556-1334 Hours: Mon, Wed : 6 a.m.–10 p.m. / Tue, Thu, Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun: 1–5 p.m.

DAY

TIME

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Winter Fun Sheets Preschool Basketball Winter Crafts Playdoh Fun Sight Words Preschool Soccer Science Experiments Interactive Games Reading and Snacks Preschool Basketball Construction Paper Crafts Dance Time Messy Playtime Preschool Hockey Little Painters Winter Snack Creation Clay Art Preschool Gym Little Chefs Coloring Fun Game Time Sports Hour Winter Crafts

3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6 3-6

$5 -0$5 $5 -0-0$5 -0$5 -0$5 -0$5 -0$5 $5 $5 -0$5 $5 -0-0$5

6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 11-15 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 11-17 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 10-14

$5 $5 $5 -0-0-0$5 -0$5 $5 -0$5 $5 -0-0$5 $5 -0-0-0$5 $5 per night -0$5 -0-

PRESCHOOL CLASSES Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

3:15-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 3:15-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:15-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 1-2 p.m. 2-3 p.m. 3:15-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:15-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 6-9 p.m. noon-1 p.m. 1-2 p.m. 2-3 p.m.

Hockey Yarn Crafts DIY Crafts Kickball Baking Fun Foosball Mania Paint by Numbers Soccer Canvas Crafts Creative Collages Table Soccer Crafting Christmas Gifts Home-school Arts and Crafts Home-school Gym Games Basketball Learn to Cook Bead Projects DIY Projects Walk Around Relays Sand Art Dinner and A Movie Table Tennis Baking Creations Teen Fitness

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Mini Session

Call (972) 721-2501 for details or more information. Registration for Heritage Senior Center classes begins at 10 a.m. the first business day of the month. MUSTANG PARK RECREATION CENTER / 2223 Kinwest Parkway / (972) 556-1334 Hours: M on, Wed : 6 a.m.–10 p.m. / Tue, Thu, Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun: 1–5 p.m.

DAY

TIME

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Senior Fitness Hour (M, W, F) Power Rope Fitness Senior Social Cardio Hour Game Night Adult Weight Training

50-up 18-up 50-up 18-up 18-up 18-up

-0-0-0-0-0-0-

ADULT CLASSES Mon Tue Thu Sat

2-3 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 2-3 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 3-4 p.m.

TIME

Mon

9:05 a.m.-noon 10 a.m.-noon

Tue

Wed

Thu Fri Sat

CLASS

RARE Learning (M-F) Moms and Tots by RARE Learning (M, W, F) noon-1 p.m. Camp Gladiator (M,T,Th) 4:30-7 p.m. Keyboarding/Piano 5-7 p.m. Indoor Tennis Lessons 5:30-6:15 p.m. Gymnastics 4-7 p.m. Basketball Skills (Levels 1-4) 6-7 p.m. Zumba (T,Th) 6:30-9 p.m. Soo Bakh Do Karate (T,Th) 7:30-8:30 p.m. Bootcamp 5-7 p.m. Indoor Tennis Lessons 5:30-7 p.m. Ballet and Tap 5:30-7 p.m. SuperTots Soccer 10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Kindermusik 6-7 p.m. Chess 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m Bollywood 2-4 p.m. Riaz’ Art Studio 10-10:45 a.m. Ballet and Tap

TIME

AGE

FEE

3-6 24-36 mos. 18-up 5-15 7-14 4-up 6-18 18-up 4-up 18-up 7-14 3-12 3-9 0-3 5-up 4-13 5-17 3-5

TBA TBA $69 mo. $85 mo. $40 mo. $49 mo. $25 per week $5 per class $30-50 mo. $3 per class $40 mo. $45 mo. $40 mo. TBA $48 mo. $50 mo. $80 mo. $44 mo.

Tue

Wed Thu

Fri Sat

9:15-10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 11 a.m.-noon noon-1 p.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 11 a.m.-noon noon-1 p.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 9:15-10 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 11 a.m.-noon

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Clay Formation Preschool Basketball skills Preschool Mini Camp (M,W,F) Wonder Shapes Preschool Soccer Drills Science Exploration Preschool P.E. Learning Colors Preschool T-ball

3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5

$5 -0$30 $5 -0$5 -0-0-0-

Little Builders Preschool Hockey Development Handy Art Outside Adventure Letter Memorization Preschool Obstacle Course Locomotor Adventure Hands on Math Parachute Fun

3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5

-0-0$5 -0-0-0-0-0-0-

Hockey Club Jewelry Design Table Tennis Rally Seasonal Crafts Slamming Dominoes Kickball Kraze Youth Chefs (nonbaking) Futsal First to Score Foosball Extreme Futsal Indoor Soccer Blast Board Game Extravaganza Glove Games Fusing Teens Three Point Mania

6-12 6-12 6-12 11-17 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 11-17 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 11-17 11-17

-0$5 -0$5 -0-0$5 -0-0-0-0-0-0$5 -0-

Basketball Edible Crafts Tennis Techniques Teen Bingo Dodge it Dodgeball Runners Relays Color by Numbers Just for Youth Open Gym Parents Night Out Basketball Drills and Skills Paper Plate Creations Run to Stay Fit

6-12 6-12 6-12 11-17 11-17 6-12 6-12 6-12 K-5 6-11 7-12 18-up

-0$5 -0-0-0-0$5 -0$10 -0$5 -0-

Run Club Mount Cardio

18-up 18-up

$5 $5

YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 3:30-4 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 5-6 p.m. 6-9 p.m. 1-2 p.m. 2-3 p.m. 3-4 p.m.

ADULT CLASSES Mon Tue

8-9 p.m. 8-9 p.m.

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Full Body Burn Introduction to Weight Training

18-up 18-up

$5 $5

ADULT CLASSES 8-9 p.m. 8-9 p.m.

Mon noon-4 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. Tue noon-4 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. Wed noon-4 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. Thu noon-4 p.m. / 6-9:45 p.m. Fri noon-5 p.m. Sat 10-11 a.m. / noon-1 p.m. / 3-4:45 p.m. Open gym schedule is subject to change without notice. Call for daily updates on open gym hours.

SENTER PARK RECREATION CENTER / 901 S. Senter Road / (972) 721-641 Hours: M on–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun : 1–5 p.m.

DAY

TIME

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Puzzle and Shapes Parachute Toddlers Preschool Science Basketball Drills Bean Bag Toss Count and Color Preschool Fitness Jewelry Making Snack Math Follow The Leader Finger Paint Counting Preschool Tennis Skills Basketball Drills Matching Upper and Lower Case Letters Chef Sweet Pea Kickball Skills Medieval Times Story Time Putt-Putt Golf

3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5 3-5

-0-0$5 -0-0-0-0$5 $5 -0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-

Gym Team Building Twisted Smoothie Creation Card Games Book Club (Personal Development) Basic Line Dance Fabric Painting Modeling Clay Beg. Tennis Basketball Skills Basic Fitness Social Media Management DYI Projects Basic Gaming Archery Training Mother Nature (Weather) Dominoes/Spades Minute-To-Win-It Games Recycled Robotics Creation Volleyball Play (Advanced)

8-11 8-14 13-17 13-16 14-17 9-12 14-17 11-14 9-12 15-18 16-up 8-11 12-16 13-17 12-14 14-18 12-16 11-16 13-17

-0-0-0-0-0$5 $5 -0-0$5 -0$5 -0-0-0$5 -0-0-0-

Roaring Machine Workout Full Body Workout Social Media Management Beg. Cardio Intro Weightlifting Board Game Night Mommy Fitness Time Let’s Get Flexible

18-up 18-up 16-up 18-up 17-up 18-up 20-up 30-up

$5 $5 -0-0$5 -0$5 -0-

PRESCHOOL CLASSES Mon

Tue

Thu

Fri

Sat

PRESCHOOL CLASSES Mon

TIME

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL

NORTHWEST PARK RECREATION CENTER / 2800 Cheyenne St. / (972) 721-2529 Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun : 1–5 p.m.

DAY

DAY Wed Thu

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to register for classes.

DAY

NORTHWEST PARK RECREATION CENTER / 2800 Cheyenne St. / (972) 721-2529 Hours: Mon–Fri : 9 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat : 9 a.m.–5 p.m. / Sun : 1–5 p.m.

YOUTH & TEEN CLASSES Mon

Tue Wed

Thu

Fri Sat

4-5 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 9-9:45 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 9-9:45 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 9-9:45 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 9-9:45 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 2-3 p.m. 4-5 p.m.

ADULT CLASSES Tue Wed Fri

Sat

6-7 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 9-9:45 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 8-9 p.m. 9-9:45 p.m. 11 a.m.-noon 1-2 p.m.

YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS OFFERED BY OUTSIDE INSTRUCTORS Members interested in year-round programs may contact the instructor for space availability and to register for classes.

DAY

TIME

CLASS

AGE

FEE

Mon

9-10 a.m. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 6-7 p.m. 7:30-8:30 p.m. 7:30-9:45 p.m. 5-9 p.m. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 5-8:30 p.m. 5-9 p.m. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Zumba Fitness (Mon-Fri) Pickleball (Mon-Fri) Zumba Fitness (Mon-Fri) Karate (M,W) Badminton (M,Su) ActivStars Karate Senior Lunch Needle Work Gathering ActivStars Cheerleading Jujitsu

18-up 50-up 18-up 5-up 18-up 4-15 50-up 18-up 4-15 6-up

$35 mo. or IPAR Card $35 mo./$3 class $50 mo. IPAR Card $8/week $4 -0$8/week $25 mo.

Tue Wed Thu Sat

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

9 a.m.-6 p.m. / 7-9:45 p.m. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 6 a.m.-5 p.m. / 7-9:45 p.m. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. / 7-9:45 p.m. 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. 1-4:45 p.m.

Trick or Treating Safety Tips Keep Costumes Both Creative and Safe ● Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colors. ● Choose face paint and makeup whenever possible instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision. ● Carry glow sticks or flashlights to help children see and be seen by drivers. ● When selecting a costume, make sure it is the right size and the shoes are comfortable and well-fitting to prevent trips and falls. Trick or Treat With an Adult ● Children, 12 years of age and younger, should not be alone at night without adult supervision. ● Avoid long paths by mapping out a route before leaving the house. Stick to paths that are familiar to avoid getting lost.

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Walk Safely ● Cross the street at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. Look left, right and left again before crossing. ● Put electronic devices down, keep head up, and walk, do not run across the street. ● Teach children to make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them. ● Always walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible. ● Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Drive Safely ● Slow down and stay alert in residential neighborhoods.

● P opular trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., so be especially alert for children during those hours.

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SONG, DANCE AND MORE COMING TO HERITAGE DISTRICT The city’s premier theater group, MainStage Irving-Las Colinas, recently announced an exciting expansion. The theater group has leased a city-owned building at 222 E. Irving Blvd., where it soon will be programming entertainment in the Heritage District.

While the production company will continue to operate out of its home, the Irving Arts Center, it also will offer performances and other entertainment options at its new location, MainStage222. MainStage has been a mainstay in Irving for more than 48 years and promises that the Heritage location will offer a variety of entertainment, as well as event and meeting space. MainStage222 includes indoor and outdoor stages, as well as rehearsal space, storage and a scene-building facility. “The city is thrilled to enhance Irving’s robust arts and entertainment options,” Irving Mayor Rick Stopfer said. “I know MainStage is looking forward to unveiling its new venue and sharing programs’ energy and enthusiasm with more residents.”

Library Book Club, Hallowreads, Fall Activities Updated Story Time Schedule It is never too early to develop a lifelong love of reading. The Irving Public Library provides story times for all ages and at each location led by trained staff. Children can engage in family bonding activities to improve cognitive skills and literacy, such as hearing stories, singing songs, participating in finger plays, and watching puppet shows. Beginning in October, the East Branch Library, 440 S. Nursery Road, will adjust its story time schedule to the following times: ● 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, STREAM Story time ● 4:30 p.m. Thursdays, Bilingual Story time View Irving Library’s entire story time schedule by visiting CityofIrving.org/2950. Hallowreads Adults and teens are invited to participate in Hallowreads at the Valley Ranch Library, 401 Cimarron Trail. Hallowreads is a month-long celebration of classic horror literature featuring book discussions, movie screenings and DIY activities. In October the topic is Bram Stocker’s “Dracula.” Event highlights include: ● 4 p.m. | Oct. 18 | Decoupage Pots and Garlic Planting ● 4 p.m. | Oct. 19 | Cinema13 presents “Dracula Untold” (rated PG-13) ● 4:30 p.m. | Oct. 26 | Dracula Book discussion ● 7 p.m. | Oct. 28 | Color Me Calm and Craft-Bat Garlands For a full list of events, visit CityofIrving.org/Library. Oct. 17 | Heritage Senior Center Book Club 7 p.m. | Heritage Senior Center, 200 S. Jefferson St. This month, discuss “I Am the Messenger” by Markus Zusak. This group of book lovers reads and discusses a variety of titles, from recent literary bestsellers to classic

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novels. The group meets the third Thursday of every month at the Heritage Senior Center. Oct. 25 | Friday Night Library: Reading Will Give You Goosebumps! 7 to 9 p.m. | South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Drive The annual fall carnival celebrates author R.L. Stine’s spine-chilling series, Goosebumps. Visit each stop during the Trunk or Treat for candy and prizes. Enjoy craft and game stations from 7 to 9 p.m. and spooky house tours for older kids, teens and adults from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Browse the collection and check out materials. Activities and times are subject to change. Oct. 26 | Plan On It: Monthly Planner Meetup 11 a.m. | South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Drive Attendees will learn new techniques to get organized while planning out the month ahead using colorful stickers and pens. Members must arrive with their own planner or bullet journal. Basic supplies are provided.

Mainstage222 has scheduled a ribbon cutting and official opening from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 3. The community is invited. Additional information will be provided at MainStage Irving-Las Colinas’ website IrvingTheatre.org. n

THINK GREEN ... BE GREEN Free workshops and events that focus on building a more sustainable world. Unless otherwise noted, register for classes at CityofIrving.org/Activities. Oct. 10 | Homestead Series: Grow Your Own Kitchen Herbs 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. | South Irving Library, 601 Schulze Drive Join the staff from Marshall Grain to learn how to set up a kitchen garden and add the aromatic flavors of fresh herbs to homemade meals. Oct. 19 | Environmental Career Symposium 1 to 4 p.m. | TXU Corporate Offices, 6555 Sierra Drive The symposium provides the opportunity to meet and engage with professionals in the public and private sectors. High school and college students, as well as adults wanting to enhance or change careers into the expansive and innovative industry of environmental careers, are invited. Two discussion panels are part of the agenda: ● How to Choose the Right Environmental Career: Topics include choosing a degree, public vs. private and how to break into the industry. ● A Day in My Life: Topics include typical tasks and responsibilities, office vs. field work, skills needed for every day and more. Visit CityofIrving.org/Activities to reserve a seat. Attendees must bring a photo ID (driver’s license, school ID, etc.) for entry to the symposium. Oct. 22 | Homestead Series: Tips and Tricks for Urban Homesteading 6 to 7 p.m. | West Irving Library, 4444 W. Rochelle Road Homesteading can be intimidating, but ultimately, it is rewarding. Join Marcella Malkey as she discusses trials and successes on her urban farm, including chickens, hydroponics and composting. Nov. 2 | BioBlitz 9 a.m. to noon | Mountain Creek Preserve Children in grades K-5 have an opportunity to explore park nature. Participants will team up with an experienced naturalist who will guide each group to discover different plants and animals. Registration is required and must be made at an Irving recreation center starting Oct. 15. See the full list of upcoming events at CityofIrving.org/BeGreen. n

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Parks and Recreation Briefs, Activities Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and Dec. 8 | AquaStars Swim Program 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | $1 for ages 4-17; $1.50 for ages 18-50 | Heritage Aquatic Center, 200 Jefferson St. A custom-designed program that provides special needs children and their family with an opportunity to sidestep crowds and experience the excitement of play in an indoor 20-yard, temperature-controlled lap pool. The Heritage Aquatic Center’s amenities include an accessible ramp, accessible chair lift and water chair, making it an ideal location for the AquaStars program. Appropriate lifeguard and staffing ratios will be provided. Participants must be accompanied by an adult or guardian. For more information about the AquaStars Program, call (972) 721-7311. Fall Carnival Series Children of all ages are invited to the Fall Carnival Series organized by the Parks and Recreation Department. The fall carnivals will be held at various recreation centers as indicated below. Carnival tickets will be sold for 25 cents each or five for $1*. Activities, which vary by location, will include carnival games, prizes, cakewalks, bounce houses and concessions. Call each recreation center for details. ● 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Oct. 18 Senter Park Recreation Center 901 S. Senter Road | (972) 721-2641 ● 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. | Oct. 18 Mustang Park Recreation Center 2223 Kinwest Parkway | (972) 556-1334 ● 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Oct. 25 Cimarron Park Recreation Center 201 Red River Trail | (972) 910-0702 ● 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | Oct. 25 Lee Park Recreation Center 3000 Pamela Drive | (972) 721-2508 *Mustang and Cimarron carnivals will sell wristbands for $10 each, which allow for unlimited play at all games and activities. Heritage Senior Center 200 S. Jefferson St., (972) 721-2496 ● Oct. 4 | 37th Annual Ms. Mature Irving Pageant 7 to 10 p.m. | Free | Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. This pageant is for Irving senior women and celebrates the beauty of the spirit. See adventurous ladies vie for the crown!

● O ct. 26 | Parking Lot Sale 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Free | $15 – one space; $25 – two spaces Enjoy a morning of shopping through garage sale items. Registration deadline is Oct. 19. ● Oct. 26 | Poochfest 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Free | Vendor spaces are free, registration required. It is a great time for dogs to socialize. Check out pet vendors and see the latest products for pooches. Vendor registration deadline is Oct. 19. ● Oct. 31 | Halloween Trunk or Treat 6 to 8 p.m. | Free for the general public Bring Trick or Treaters to Heritage for some treats and Halloween fun. Lively Pointe Youth Center 909 N. O’Connor Road, (972) 721-8090 ● Oct. 12 | Halloween Zombie Jam 7 to 11 p.m. | Grades 6-12 | Free admission with valid IPAR card or school ID Enjoy an evening of ghostly fun. Complimentary food and soda will be served. ● Oct. 19 | Teen Driver Safety Fair 1 to 4 p.m. | Free | All ages Teens and their families will receive practical tips and tools to develop safe driving habits at this free, educational event presented by AAA Texas. Activities will include interactive exhibits and games, vehicle simulators, vendor booths, guest speakers, informational videos and free goodie bags. Light refreshments will be served. Mustang Park Recreation Center 2223 Kinwest Parkway, (972) 556-1334 ● Oct. 4 | Drive-In Movie 7 p.m. | Free | All ages Take a trip back into the good ole days! Bring chairs and/or blankets. Movie will be shown outside on the gym wall. Northwest Park Recreation Center 2800 Cheyenne St. (972) 721-2529 ● Oct. 12 | Pottery Painting 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Ages 5 and older Enjoy a day of painting pottery. Pottery prices vary. Children ages 12 and younger must be accompanied by a parent.

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City Offers New Customer Service Portal for Municipal Water Bill Beginning this fall, residents will have the opportunity to view more detailed information about their water consumption in the City of Irving. Residents and businesses will have more tangible insight into their water usage and rates through Capricorn, a new online Utility Billing Customer Portal. The online customer portal is part of new systemwide updates within the city. Over the past year, the Water Utilities Department has joined with the Financial Services and Information Technology departments to implement new software and technology for billing. Residents and business owners can sign up for the system at MyIrvingBill.org. The portal is accessible using any device, so residents can see their bill while on the go. The site is complimentary for any City of Irving customers (water and sewer utilities, solid waste and storm water services) who wish to view their data online. Online payments made through the new application will be processed by Paymentus. Those who already use Paymentus and choose to sign up for the customer portal must use the same email address to access the payment information on file.

In addition to the online service, residential and commercial accounts now have an extended amount of time to pay their bill. The change was adopted unanimously by the Irving City Council on Aug. 1. All account holders also now have 45 days to pay unpaid bills before their service is disconnected. Additional customer water usage data will be available on the portal in 2020, after Water Utilities Advanced Metering Infrastructure project has been completed. Water Utilities customers will be able to monitor their daily usage, along with their water consumption history. The city hopes the additional information will provide residents and business owners with an enhanced customer service experience. For more information on the city’s Water Utilities Department and its programs, visit CityofIrving.org/ Water-Utilities.

Residents and business owners who choose not to use the portal can still make their payments in person at City Hall, 825 W. Irving Blvd.

Visit CityofIrving.org/2255/Investing-in-Our-Future for more information on the city’s ongoing infrastructure initiative. n

Special Election for a Home Rule Charter Amendment Nov. 5 This year, Dallas County will implement vote centers countywide. Vote centers will continue to allow residents to vote at any polling location in Dallas County during early voting, as well as keep most early voting polling locations open on Election Day. Additionally, Dallas County voters will no longer need to vote at their designated precinct location on Election Day. Voters can now vote at any polling location within Dallas County due to the benefit of vote centers. The goal of vote centers is to make voting more readily accessible to voters, thereby hopefully increasing a voter’s ability to vote. Early Voting days and hours ● Oct. 21 – Oct. 26, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ● Oct. 27, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. ● Oct. 28 – Oct. 30, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ● Oct. 31 – Nov. 1, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Election Day and hours ● Nov. 5, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dallas County polling locations for Early Voting and Election Day can be found at CityofIrving.org or at DallasCountyVotes.org. The city charter sets forth policies and procedures by which the city governs itself in accordance with state and federal laws. The City Council called the November charter election for voters to decide on the proposed change. The proposed amendment would remove a cap on the city’s contributions to employee’s retirement benefits. The ballot language is listed below. Proposition A The change relates to removal of limitations on contributions for retirement benefits. Art. IX, Sec. 8, the total annual amount of the City of Irving contribution for employee retirement benefits is removed. For more information, call the City Secretary’s Office at (972) 721-2493. n

El 5 de noviembre Elecciones Especiales para Enmendar La Carta Magna Los residentes irán a las urnas electorales el 5 de noviembre para votar en 10 enmiendas a la constitución de Texas y una enmienda propuesta a la Carta Magna de la Ciudad de Irving. La votación adelantada comenzará el 21 de octubre hasta el 1 de noviembre. Este año, el condado de Dallas implementará centros de votación en todo el condado. Los centros de votación permitirán a los residentes votar en cualquier lugar de votación del condado de Dallas durante la temporada de votación adelantada; además de mantener la mayoría de los centros de votación adelantada abiertos durante el día de las elecciones. Adicionalmente, los votantes del condado de Dallas no tendrán que votar en el lugar del precinto designado el día de las elecciones. Los votantes ahora podrán votar en cualquier centro de votación dentro del condado de Dallas debido al beneficio de los centros de votación. La meta de los centros de votación es hacer que la votación sea más accesible a los votantes, para así aumentar la posibilidad para que los votantes puedan ejercer su voto. Días y horarios para la votación adelantada: ● Del 21 de octubre - 26 de octubre, de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. ● El 27 de octubre, de 1 p.m. a 6 p.m. ● Del 28 de octubre – 30 de octubre, de 8 a.m. a 5 p.m. ● Del 31 de octubre – 1 de noviembre, de 7 a.m. a 7 p.m.

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The Irving Police Department reminds motorists of parking regulations regarding marked disability parking spaces. Violations can result in fines of up to $522. It is illegal to park vehicles in a disability parking space: ● Without displaying the appropriate plate or

The customer portal also will allow visitors to submit work orders, change their address, sign up for paperless billing and receive tips on improving water consumption.

Residents will go to the polls Nov. 5 to vote on 10 State of Texas Constitutional Amendments and one proposed amendment to the City of Irving Charter. Early voting will begin Oct. 21 and run through Nov. 1.

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Horario el día de las elecciones ● El 5 de noviembre, de 7 a.m. a 7 p.m. Los centros de votación para la votación adelantada y el día de las elecciones del condado de Dallas pueden ser encontrados en CityofIrving.org o en DallasCountyVotes.org. La Carta Magna de la ciudad establece políticas y procedimientos por los cuales la ciudad se gobierna de acuerdo a las leyes estatales y federales. El concejo de la ciudad convocó la elección de noviembre sobre la Carta Magna para que los votantes decidan el cambio propuesto. La enmienda propuesta retiraría el límite a las contribuciones de la ciudad en los beneficios de jubilación para los empleados. El lenguaje de la boleta está descrita abajo: Proposición A El cambio se refiere a la eliminación de limitaciones a las contribuciones de los beneficios de jubilación. Art. IX, Sec. 8, la suma anual total de las contribuciones de la Ciudad de Irving para los beneficios de jubilación de los empleados es eliminado.

placard, even if a driver or passenger of the vehicle has a disability. ● While displaying an expired plate or placard, even if a driver or passenger of the vehicle has a disability. ● When neither the driver nor any passenger has a disability, even if the vehicle displays the appropriate plate or placard. Visit CityofIrving.org/ Municipal-Court or call Municipal Court Services at (972) 721-2451 for more information. n

PROPER GREASE AND OIL DISPOSAL The majority of sanitary sewer overflows are due to grease buildup from homes and apartments. Help prevent costly sewer overflows by following a few simple steps: Proper Disposal: ● Always put oil and grease in collection containers; wipe oil and grease residue from kitchen utensils, equipment, food scrapers and brooms. ● Wipe plates, pans and utensils off before cleaning to keep grease out of wash water. ● Use a drain screen to catch food scraps and dispose of in the garbage. ● Flush only toilet paper and human waste down toilet. ● Dispose of paper towels, diapers, all wipes and cleaning cloths, as well as feminine products in the trash. ● Recycle used oil through the city’s Special Waste Collection program. For more information, call (972) 721-8059. Avoid Improper Disposal: ● Never pour oil or grease down the drain; this causes sewer overflows into public areas, including homes and apartments. ● Do not use hot water to rinse grease from any surface; wipe all oil and grease off with paper towels before washing surfaces. ● Avoid using a sink disposal, as even ground food scraps contribute to residential and city sewer backups. ● Do not use the toilet as a trashcan, even ear swabs and dental floss cause clogs. ● There is no such thing as a “flushable” wipe; any item flushed or washed down a drain has to be removed to prepare the water for future human consumption. For more information, visit CityofIrving.org/698 or call (972) 721-2281. n

CHANGE YOUR CLOCKS, CHANGE YOUR BATTERIES Residents are reminded to set clocks back one hour for the ending of daylight saving time Nov. 3. As part of the Irving Fire Department’s Change Your Clock, Change Your Battery campaign, it also is recommended that residents replace smoke detector batteries when changing clocks this month. n

Para más información llame a la Oficina de la Secretaria de la Ciudad de Irving al (972) 721-2493. n

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Dear Irving Residents:

Where Does the Money Come From? FY2019-20 Total General Fund Revenue $234,017,969

It is our privilege to let you know that the FY 2019-20 budget has been approved. It is the product of many hours of detailed review by staff using three main priorities provided by City Council and identified by Irving residents.

Other Revenues 4% Transfers from Other Funds 4%

1. Enhance public safety services; 2. Strategically invest in infrastructure improvement; and 3. Maintain current service levels for all other city services.

Zoning and Development 2%

Property Tax 47%

Fines 2% Fees and Permits 2%

During the 86th Texas legislative session, the Legislature passed several bills that negatively impact cities. Some of these bills affected the FY 2019-20 budget, including reductions in telecommunications franchise fees and the elimination of red light camera revenues, totaling a $2.7 million reduction in revenue. The impact of other bills will be felt in future years, including a 3.5 percent cap on the growth of the city’s property tax revenue collected from existing properties that will go into effect in FY 2020-21. These bills will hinder the city’s ability to raise revenues to fund basic city services.

Franchise Fees 8%

Sales Tax 31%

With that said, we were able to approve the FY 2019-20 budget maintaining the current tax rate of $0.5941 per $100 of valuation. Adoption of the current tax rate maintains current service levels and includes funding for additional public safety personnel. It also allows the city to maintain a competitive compensation plan for its employees, along with health insurance benefits and market-based salary increases. Solid Waste Services rates did not increase and current service levels will be maintained. The monthly energy surcharge of $0.98 per account will be eliminated with the new budget. The Municipal Drainage Utility rate did increase by $2 per month per municipal services bill effective January 2020. This increase is part of a five-year plan, Drainage Solutions for a Better Tomorrow, allowing the city to issue $100 million in drainage bonds to address critical needs in storm drainage infrastructure systems. The Water and Sewer rates overall did increase by 2.6 percent due to a $3.4 million increase in sewer treatment pass-through costs from the Trinity River Authority. This increase was necessary to maintain financial stability. The average resident’s municipal services bill will increase by approximately $2.70 per month.

FY 2019-20 BUDGET SERVICE ENHANCEMENTS ●

The Capital Improvement Program will continue funding the city’s Road to the Future program to improve city streets; park and recreation improvement projects, including Heritage Park construction; additional improvements to Irving Boulevard associated with the turn-back project; design of improvements to Fire Station No. 1; and improvements to multiple city facilities.

ublic safety staffing, including 20 new Police P Officers, two new Sergeants, eight new Dispatchers, two new Animal Care Officers and one new Fire Prevention Specialist.

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he city will invest more than $100 million in T storm drainage infrastructure systems over the next five years, addressing the most critical 0 0 40 needs through the Drainage Solutions for a 00 5 3 Better Tomorrow program.

Recently, we formed a new Irving Citizen’s Bond Task Force Committee to develop a proposed bond program for the next 10 to 15 years and plan to hold an election in May 2020 for you, as residents, to consider authorizing new general obligation bonds for capital projects.

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A line item by line item review of the budget has resulted in another year with a balanced and responsible budget for the city. It is this type of approach, along with a dedicated staff and continued growth, that assists the city’s ability to add service enhancements that benefit you as a resident, visitor or business. Some of the service enhancements included in the FY 2019-20 budget are listed to the right.

he3 total proposed Capital Improvement T 00 Program 25 for FY 2019-20 is $88.4 million. ● This includes streets, parks and city facility 00 20 improvements, water and wastewater 0 50 projects.1 00

We feel that the city’s rich diversity exhibited in our population, as well as the makeup of the business community is because of everything Irving has to offer. We are thankful that Irving residents and the people who make up the more than 300,000 daytime population get to enjoy all the parks, aquatic facilities, trails, recreational opportunities, libraries, arts and culture, music, food and shopping.

General Fund Expenditures by Service Type 4

Municipal Court 1%

Planning and Inspections 2%

Information Technology 5%

Administration 7%

Economic Development 1%

School District Tax Rate Comparison Based on average value home $195,218 with 20% Homestead exemption.

Entity

Irving ISD

Coppell ISD

Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD

City of Irving

$1,160

School District

$2,735

$2,851

$2,674

County-Wide Taxing Authorities

$1,262

Dallas County

$475

Dallas County Community College

$242

Parkland Hospital

$525

School Equalization

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$5,157

$5,273

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Sincerely, Mayor Rick Stopfer and City Council

Total

FY 2019-20 Budget $234,017,969

Public Works 10%

Nondepartmental 10% Parks and Recreation 8%

Public Safety 53%

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Benchmark Cost of City Services Annual Total Cost of City Services Proposed 2019-20 Includes taxes on an average homestead, water, sewer, sanitation, and drainage fees, and other monthly municipal service charges.

Only 36% or $251.2 million of the city’s $695.7 million in debt is paid by property taxes.

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With a balanced budget; safety of residents, businesses and visitors; continued growth; and amenities galore, we are excited and look forward to what the future will bring.