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A Le t t e r F r o m t h e
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Hello and welcome to the City of Lake Worth! Lake Worth is located 10 miles west of downtown Fort Worth and covers 2.5 square miles of well-established neighborhoods lined with live oak trees, making our city a premier home for all age groups. Residents of Lake Worth have varied reasons for living here, from the family friendly community feel to our outstanding city services and centralized location. Lake Worth continues to be a quiet community with multiple amenities that include our Senior Center, Library, and eight community parks – all only minutes from everything the downtown Fort Worth area has to offer. The businesses that call Lake Worth home have the benefit of being centrally located within an economic corridor connected by Highway 820 and Highway 199. This provides plenty of traffic past our storefronts and easy access to the shops and restaurants that abound in our small town. Although we are often praised for the attribute of a small-town atmosphere, we always welcome opportunities to accommodate new growth and seek new ideas from our residents and business partners. Whether you are a resident, business owner, or a visitor, this guide is designed to assist you with information about our city. The City Council and staff are dedicated to providing the highest level of friendly, professional, and effective public service to our citizens as well as to those visiting our
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community. It is our hope you will soon see what those of us
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who live here have come to know as a wonderful community!
WALTER BOWEN 817-237-1211 Council Member Since: October 1971 Mayor Since: May 1995 Current Term Expiration: May 2019 Email: wbowen@lakeworthtxcc.org
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COUNCIL MEMBERS
Community Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 04
Walter Bowen Mayor wbowen@lakeworthtxcc.org
Municipal Court . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 06 Justice Precinct #4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 07 Police Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 08
Jim Smith Council Member, Place 1 jsmith@lakeworthtxcc.org Geoffrey White Council Member, Place 2 gwhite@lakeworthtxcc.org Sue Wenger Council Member, Place 3 swenger@lakeworthtxcc.org
Pat O. Hill Council Member, Place 5 phill@lakeworthtxcc.org
MedStar Mobile Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 10 7 Tips to Keep Kids Safer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 11 Platting 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 12 Building & Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 13 Public Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 14 Property Enhancement Program & NW Tarrant Chamber . . . . . . . . pg 15 Lake Worth Shopping & Dining Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 16 L.O. Bud Irby Senior Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 18 Senior Synergy Expo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 19 Mary Lou Reddick Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 20 Community Spotlights: Heather’s Old Skool & Ryan Arthur . . . . . . . pg 21 Summertime Tips for Healthy Skin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 22
Gary Straud Council Member, Place 6 gstraud@lakeworthtxcc.org Clint Narmore Mayor Pro Tem, Place 7 cnarmore@ lakeworthtxcc.org
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Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 23 Multi-Purpose Facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 24 Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 25 City Elections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 26 Community Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 29
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Fire Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . pg 09
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Community
PROFILE
Slow down, relax, unplug, and experience the beauty and charm of Lake Worth, Texas. Located in Northwest Tarrant County, the city is home to one of the most beautiful lakes in Texas – Lake Worth. The 2010 US Census population for the city was 4,584; Texas Municipal League (TML) estimates the current population as 4,710. The city covers approximately
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2.5 square miles.
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Lake Worth was built in 1914 as a reservoir and for recreation. The property is owned by the City of Fort Worth, while the Tarrant Regional Water District controls the reservoir’s water rights. The City was incorporated on February 19, 1949, and first adopted its Home Rule Charter in 1965. The Home Rule Charter was amended in 1968, 2003, and again in 2008. MAYOR/CITY COUNCIL The City operates under a Council/Manager form of government with a City Council comprised of the Mayor and seven Council members. The term of office is two years with the terms of the Mayor and three Council members expiring in oddnumbered years and the terms of the other four Council members expiring in even-numbered years. The City Manager is the chief administrative officer for the city. CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS The City Council meets regularly on the second Tuesday of the month. Meetings are usually at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 3805 Adam Grubb. CITY ADMINISTRATION The Administration Department is responsible for overseeing the management of day-to-day operations of the city including building permits, code enforcement, inspections, communications, and municipal court. The Administration Department is comprised of the City Manager, Assistant City Manager/Director of Finance, City Secretary, and Human Resources. DID YOU KNOW? The Lake Worth Museum has the high school year books from the 1940’s and up! Make it a point to visit and take a look at the school history that is made available to all residents.
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GOVERNMENT Federal Lake Worth is located in the 12th Federal Congressional District served by U.S. Congresswoman Kay Granger, who has an office in Fort Worth. The state is represented by Senator Ted Cruz and Senator John Cornyn. • Congresswoman Kay Granger 817-338-0909 kaygranger.house.gov
• Sen. Ted Cruz N. Texas Office 214-599-8749 www.cruz.senate.gov
• Sen. John Cornyn N. Texas Office 972-239-1310 www.cornyn.senate.gov State
Debbie Whitley Assistant City Manager/ Director of Finance 817-237-1211 ext. 103 dwhitley@ lakeworthtx.org
Monica Solko City Secretary 817-237-1211 ext. 105 msolko@ lakeworthtx.org
Jane Nelson who has an office in Grapevine. The Texas State Representative for Lake Worth is representative Charlie Geren (District 99) • Sen. Jane Nelson 817-424-3446 www.nelson.senate.state.tx.us
• Rep. Charlie Geren 817-738-8333 charliegeren.com
County Lake Worth is located within Tarrant County and is in Precinct 4 which is represented by Tarrant County Commissioner J.D. Johnson. • Commissioner J.D. Johnson 817-238-4400 tarrantcounty.com
HELPFUL NUMBERS
Danielle Hackbusch Human Resource/ Risk Management 817-237-1211 ext. 108 dhackbusch@ lakeworthtx.org
Corry Blount Chief of Police 817-237-1211 ext. 304 cblount@ lakeworthtx.org
Mike Christenson Fire Chief 817-237-1211 ext. 401 mchristenson@ lakeworthtexas.org
City Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-237-1211 Utility Billing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-237-1211 ext. 110 Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-237-1211 ext. 112 Inspection Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (voice mail only) 817-255-7925 ext. 113 Code Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-237-1211 ext. 111
Sean Densmore Director of Public Works 817-237-1211 ext. 202 sdensmore@ lakeworthtx.org
Vehicle Tags & Taxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-238-4436 Health Dept. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-238-4441 Progressive Waste Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-222-2221 DPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-238-9197 Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-237-0060
Lara Strother Director of Library & Community Services 817-237-1211 ext. 501 laras@lakeworthlib.org
LWISD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-306-4200 Boat Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817-237-6890 2019
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Lake Worth is represented by Senate District 12, currently held by Senator
Stacey Almond City Manager 817-237-1211 salmond@ lakeworthtx.org
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COURT The Lake Worth Municipal Court is committed to assisting and informing defendants of their rights, responsibilities, and options, with the highest level of professionalism, and courtesy, to ensure fair, impartial & efficient handling of their citations. CITATIONS CAN BE PAID ONLINE AT: www.TrafficPayment.com or by phone at 1-800-444-1187
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Court is held on the third Wednesday each month. You must be preset for a court session. You will need to appear in the court office on or before your appearance date and request a court date with the Judge. If you wish to contest your citation, please let the clerk know as you will be set to see the Prosecutor at a Pre-Trial Court Date.
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Municipal Court Director /Cust. Service Sup. Natacha Valdez 817-237-1211 ext. 116 nvaldez@lakeworthtx.org MUNICIPAL COURT 3805 Adam Grubb St. Lake Worth, TX 76135 Phone: 817-255-7910 Office Hours: Mon- Fri 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
NORTHWEST SUB-COURTHOUSE 6713 Telephone Rd. Lake Worth, TX 76135 Precinct 4 Commissioner J.D. Johnson • Ste. #301 817-238-4400 LAKE WORTH DIRECTORY
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Municipal Court Clerk Lisa Shelley 817-237-1211 ext. 117 court@lakeworthtx.org
Presiding Judge William “Bill” Lane Magistrate: Jim Minter & Rene Culp
Precinct 4 Constable Joe D. “Jody” Johnson • Ste. #102 817-238-4411
Tax Assessor/Collector
Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace Christopher Gregory • Ste. #201 817-238-4425
817-238-4435
County Clerk Satellite Office* Mary Louise Garcia • Ste. #202 817-238-4420
Main Courthouse Number 817-238-4425
*Please note that Satellite Offices may have limited services.
Satellite Office* Ron Wright • Ste. #101 *Please note that Satellite Offices may have limited services.
TARRANT COUNTY JUSTICE OF THE PEACE COURT #4 UPDATE Since taking Office on October
is the mission of the Justice of the
16, 2018, Your Justice Court has
Peace Court #4 to serve the people
implemented the following:
of Tarrant County by efficient and accessible administration of justice for all persons, and to treat all litigants with integrity, fairness, and respect. Justice of The Peace are charged with the responsibility of faithfully and impartially discharging the duties required by law. This court responds to the actions and needs of the Constables, Sheriff, Department of Public Safety, Tarrant Regional Water District, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, as well as eleven municipal police agencies within this precinct and the citizens. Your Justice of the Peace Court #4, Tarrant County is here to serve the citizens in the adjudication of the cases in Criminal Law (Traffic Offenses, Non-Traffic Offenses, Juvenile Law, Parent Contributing, Parks and Wildlife Offense), Civil Law (Small Claim, Debt Claim, and Evictions cases), and Administrative Hearings (Tow Hearings, Property Hearings, Handgun, Driver’s License Hearings, and Truancy).
• With the cooperation and assistance from the Tarrant County Auditor’s Office we have implemented a one (1) banking institute for greater accountability on funds collected and dispersed from the JP #4 court;
• During a Departmental case review we located approximately 2,700 active civil cases in the case management system that dated back to 2009. After a collective effort, the active civil case for JP #4 has been reduced to approximate 1,300 with the oldest being from 2017.
• Extended the hours of operations for greater customer service; • A new common forms rack has been placed in the lobby for increased access and ease of needed forms to file court cases; • Updated JP #4 website making it more user friendly; • Reorganization of the docket to maximize, streamline, and increased case count for the better adjudication of cases. • Implementation of an Electronic Communication Form that is able to send judgments and case document information via e-mail. This process will decrease the cost we spend on paper, ink, stamps and time used by clerks in mailing out court documents to litigants. • Re-structure all the JP #4 court clerk’s workload for better case completion and case management. 2019
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As the place where justice starts, it
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Speed Awareness Monitor AKA: Speed Trailer
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Lake Worth PD
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recently purchased a state-of-the-art speed awareness monitor that is
number of graphs and charts that can be shared with city leaders as well as the community. When combined, the awareness the speed monitor gives motorists
awareness monitor enables officers to measure and record the speed of vehicles 24/7 by utilizing an internal K-band doppler radar. The speed awareness monitor provides visual feedback to drivers by displaying their speed on its LED display and
Developing New Leaders Sergeant Sean Ferguson & Sergeant Matt Rietfors For the first time in its 65-year history, Lake Worth PD had the opportunity to send two first-line supervisors to the renowned Institute for Law Enforcement Administration’s (ILEA) School of Police Supervision. The course curriculum focuses on
if a vehicle is speeding, it alerts the
the transition from “street policing”
driver by flashing red and blue lights.
to management with emphasis on
What makes this speed awareness monitor powerfully unique is its integrated statistics package. Using data gathered by the radar, officers are able compile powerful statistics using metrics like location, speed and time resolutions, vehicle classification, distances, and more. This information allows the department to make
the social and personal adjustments new leaders must make after being
of the Lake Worth Police Department. He attended the University of North Texas where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. He holds an intermediate peace officer’s license through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and is assigned to the Field Operations Division where he serves as a patrol supervisor. Matt Rietfors:
throughout the four-week course
is a 12-year
include: ethics in law enforcement,
veteran of the
legal issues, servant leadership, liability and credibility, diversity for law enforcement, leadership styles and communication.
when to conduct traffic enforcement.
is vitally important to the overall
The integrated statistics package
effectiveness of the department.
also allows officers to produce a
Through quality training, mentorship,
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4-year veteran
Sergeant Rietfors
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promoted. Other topics covered
informed decisions about where or
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efforts to a whole new level.
Sergeant
for the Lake Worth community.
Texas by Stalker® Radar, the speed
and its community-oriented
officers, makes it a powerful tool for
for enhancements
efforts. Manufactured in North
championed to move the department
Sean Ferguson:
Lake Worth PD and a wonderful asset
enforcement and crash reduction
new leaders at LWPD are being
along with the statistical data it gives
paving the way to the department’s speed
and ethical progressiveness,
Lake Worth Police Department. He holds an advanced peace officer license through the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement and is assigned to the Field Operations Division where he serves as a patrol supervisor.
The City of Lake Worth has added a
Back when steam engines were drawn
rain barrels) so that mosquitoes
new shiny piece of safety equipment to
by horses, many fire departments
cannot get inside to lay eggs.
its fleet. Our Fire Department strives
relied on the help from neighbors to
to continuously provide the safest and
push the engine back into the station
most efficient emergency response
after a fire. This tradition has carried
possible to our customers. To help
on since then and remains evident
them remain proficient in meeting
in these types of ceremonies.
this goal, the City of Lake Worth and the purchase of a new fire engine. This new vehicle includes advanced safety features that assist in protecting
located equipment compartments. The entire planning and design process
• Use larvicides to treat large containers of water that will not be used for drinking and cannot
Lake Worth both look forward to the
be covered or dumped out.
contributions this new fire engine will provide over the next decade.
• If you have a septic tank, repair cracks or gaps and cover open vents or plumbing pipes. Use wire mesh with holes smaller
emergency response. The layout and functionality through strategically
than an adult mosquito.
The Fire Department and City of
the firefighters inside during an exterior design maximize the vehicles
wire mesh with holes smaller
than an adult mosquito. The Office of Emergency Management needs your assistance with controlling the mosquito
Eliminate mosquitoes outside your home • Use an outdoor insect spray
focused on the continuous effort
population in Lake Worth.
in providing exceptional customer
CONTROL MOSQUITOES
service to our citizens and visitors.
OUTSIDE YOUR HOME
The new addition to the City of Lake
Remove standing water where
areas like under patio furniture,
Worth replaced the existing fire engine
mosquitoes could lay eggs
or under the carport or garage.
that was housed at Fire Station 10. The Fire Department also hosted a “Push In” ceremony on Friday, April 5th, 2019. It allowed everyone a chance to see this incredible addition firsthand and in person. The fire service is steeped in tradition; this “Push In” ceremony dates back to the early 1800s and symbolizes commissioning the new fire engine into service.
• Once a week, empty and scrub, turn over, cover, or throw out any items that hold water like tires, buckets, planters, toys, pools, birdbaths, flowerpot saucers, or trash containers. Mosquitoes lay eggs near water. • Tightly cover water storage containers (buckets, cisterns,
made to kill mosquitoes in areas where they rest. • Mosquitoes rest in dark, humid
When using insecticides, always follow label instructions. PROTECT YOURSELF THE 4 D’S Drain standing water from your property Use insect repellent that contains DEET Stay indoors from Dusk to Dawn Dress in long sleeves and pants 2019
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City Council unanimously approved
• For containers without lids, use
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Lake Worth’s ambulance service is provided by MedStar Mobile Healthcare, the trade name for the Metropolitan Area EMS Authority. MedStar is a regional governmental cooperative agency established by the City of Lake Worth, and 14 other member cities in the Fort Worth area. MedStar is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS), and their 9-1-1 call center is accredited by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED). Less than 1% of ambulance providers in the United States maintain this dual accreditation – a testament to the quality of service Lake Worth residents receive through this unique EMS system design. Although MedStar’s headquarters facility is located in west Fort Worth, just south of the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base, ambulances are strategically deployed throughout the service area to cover both anticipated 9-1-1 response volume, as well as geography. This unique “Dynamic Resource Management” system is designed to reduce response times, while enhancing clinical, operational and economic effectiveness. This is why you will routinely notice an ambulance staged at locations like the Quick Trip in Lake Worth at the intersection of Jacksboro Highway and Boat Club Road. LAKE WORTH DIRECTORY
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MedStar’s 2018-2019 annual budget is $48 million and none of that budget is funded through local tax subsidies – they are funded entirely from the fees they collect for the services provided. MedStar’s crews run an average of seven 9-1-1 calls every 12 hour shift they work. This means that they are exceptionally well experienced emergency medical care providers. This high utilization helps assure you will receive the best EMS care when needed. MedStar has been recognized nationally for many of the innovative programs they provide to Lake Worth and the other residents in the Authority’s member jurisdictions. Programs such as their 9-1-1 nurse triage program, which helps callers with low-acuity medical cases find appropriate locations for their care, which in many cases could be a trip to their doctor, or to an urgent care clinic. This helps avoid an unnecessary trip to the emergency department, and helps keep emergency medical resources available for higher acuity needs. MedStar’s Community Health Program deploys specially trained paramedics to help patients at high-risk for preventable emergency care utilization more effectively manage their medical care. This year, you may have seen a new type of ambulance being used by MedStar’s crews. These new ambulances were specially designed by the EMTs and Paramedics to
help facilitate safe and effective patient care. Some of the features specifically designed to MedStar’s specifications include: • An integrated, under-the-hood generator that powers a dual high-performance air conditioning system, critical to providing mobile healthcare services to patients in the hot Texas environment. • A specially designed “floating” patient compartment to smooth the ride not only for patients, but also crew members who perform medical care in the back of the moving ambulance. • Revolutionary new crew seating that allows paramedics to complete patient care interventions while fully secured in a four– point harness for safety. • A refrigerated safe to secure medications. • Five “live-view” cameras on the ambulance, allowing the personnel to observe patient care, and providing an exterior view from the sides, front and rear of the ambulance. Lake Worth residents and visitors can feel safe knowing the city is providing you with exceptional public safety services that include the Lake Worth police and fire departments, and MedStar. You can rest assured this system is ready to assist you in any emergency.
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s parents, we want nothing more than to keep our kids safe and healthy. But these days, it feels like our eyes and ears are on the lookout for too many threats than we can keep track of, whether it be online predators, safety concerns at school, the authority figures they put their trust into, and even who they are hanging out with when we aren’t around. Those concerns are overwhelming because it’s a lot to keep track of, and we didn’t have to worry about the same concerns growing up. The biggest piece of advice our parents gave us was Stranger Danger, which may have worked like a charm 30 years ago but sadly falls way short in today’s world.
We’re not going to lie; keeping our kids safer takes hard work and diligence. But here are 7 tips to get you started.
REALIZE THAT STRANGER DANGER ISN’T GOOD ENOUGH ANYMORE Your children must realize danger can come in many forms. While they should be mindful of strangers, not all strangers are bad people. In fact, many predators these days are people they know and would normally feel comfortable with. To keep them safe, teach them what is and is not safe behavior. If something doesn’t feel right, they should trust their gut. KEEP THEM EDUCATED Not only should your children know their name, your contact information, important phone numbers, addresses, etc., but they should be educated on the law, what is acceptable behavior versus what is over the line, how to protect their privacy online, how to be more aware of their surroundings, and yes … what sex is and how to properly understand their bodies. MONITOR SOCIAL MEDIA AND WHO THEY ARE TEXTING Nothing is off limits when it comes to your child’s privacy and safety online.
Social media, and the Internet in general, can be a dangerous place, and your child needs to be aware of that. Parents should set house rules and have access to any passwords their child has for online accounts or cell phones. You should also consider having a list of sites your child visits regularly. Limit your child’s time online and what sites they are allowed to visit, and install content blockers on all PCs. MAINTAIN AN OPEN LINE OF COMMUNICATION Your child needs should feel like they can talk to their parents about anything, even the most sensitive of subjects, without fear of getting in trouble or not being taken seriously. Talk openly and often, and consider using role play to go over various scenarios they could face. GET INVOLVED You should always be aware of what is going on in your child’s life, beyond just asking questions about their day at the dinner table. Go to baseball or cheerleading practice, volunteer
at school in Watchdog programs, the PTA, etc., attend other school functions, or follow up with teachers and babysitters. Predators can’t attack if parents are involved. EDUCATE YOURSELF There are plenty of resources online to help parents become more educated on the dangers their children will likely experience on a daily basis and how to spot predators. Knowing what questions you should ask and how to anticipate potential dangers will go a long way in protecting your child. TEACH THEM TO TRAVEL IN GROUPS Whether they are walking home from school, going to the mall, or even to a friend’s house, your children should always travel with at least one or two other friends. If they are stuck in a position where they must walk alone, ensure they have a cell phone and that they are talking or staying in contact with you until they reach where they are supposed to be. 2019
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by Steve Gamel
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About
PLATTING 101 Platting is the actual tool used by
extended in a logical and consistent
of resale and/or building development,
local governments to regulate the
manner throughout our communities
and/or the laying out of roads, rights-
subdivision of land. The need for this
as they grew. The modern concept
of-ways or utility easements. Although
type of regulation arose from growing
of platting provided a mechanism
the definitions have shifted somewhat,
issues within two different policy
to ensure that property owners and
in the treatises and reported cases,
areas. The first was the need to bring
developers were required to plan
the concept remains the same.
order, consistency and brevity to the
and coordinate their developments
process of describing land ownership.
to interface within the existing
As we are all aware, original title
PLATTING 101
issues in Texas dealt with legal
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urban design of the communities within which they were occurring.
Subdivision is the act of dividing a piece of property into more than one tract by sale, gift, lease or other method of conveyance. The division of the
descriptions based upon a metes and
Platting in Texas has its genesis in
property results in the need to create
bounds approach. It was common
the Standard Planning Enabling Act
a new legal description to identify
for property descriptions to involve
published by the Department of
the newly created tracts and the
extensive sets of survey field notes
Commerce in 1926. It was a prototype
need to ensure that the infrastructure
to identify a particular tract or parcel.
piece of suggested legislation produced
necessary to support construction
As further divisions of land occur, the
by the U.S. Department of Commerce
on the new tract is readily and
complexity of the survey descriptions
to help state and local governments in
appropriately available. Although any
and the risk of error in copying or
dealing with issues of urban growth.
division of land can be and, technically,
interpreting the descriptions continued
The legislature of the State of Texas
is a subdivision pursuant to general
to increase. As more and more
adopted the platting portion of this
legal theory, the real question is what
individuals owned and developed
model legislation in Article 974a in
type of subdivision activity will be
property in towns, villages and cities,
1927. The original model legislation
regulated by local governments.
the complexity of the legal description
addressed both city planning and the
problem multiplied geometrically.
concept of platting and subdivision
The conversion to a form of mapping that produced unique, concise and accurate legal descriptions of property significantly reduced the chances and opportunities for error or misinterpretation thereby producing immediate and enormous benefit
regulation as a unified doctrine.
WHAT SUBDIVISIONS ARE SUBJECT TO LOCAL REGULATION
The Texas Legislature was uncomfortable
As a general proposition of law, a
with the city planning concept and
local government may only regulate
chose to adopt a State Enabling Act
those activities occurring within its
dealing only with the platting question.
“jurisdiction�. A municipal corporation
SUBDIVISION AS A CONCEPT
adopts subdivision regulations pursuant to the terms and conditions of a local
If the purpose of platting is to regulate
ordinance. The ordinance, upon
the act of subdivision, the threshold
its adoption, will automatically be
The second policy area that mandated
question becomes what constitutes
applicable within the boundaries of the
the need to look at what has become
subdivision. A subdivision is the
municipal corporation itself. Section
our modern platting requirement,
division of land into two or more tracts.
212.003 of the Texas Local Government
was the pressure to establish a
Over the years various additional
Code allows a municipal corporation
system under which public rights-of-
definition elements have been added
to extend its subdivision regulation
way, easements and infrastructure
to the concept. The division of a tract
authority into the extraterritorial
could be planned, constructed and
into two or more parts for the purpose
jurisdiction of the city. The purpose of
to the real estate community.
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Building &
DEVELOPMENT this grant of authority philosophically
With the approval of the updated
ties back to the original Standard
UPDATED 2035 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
Planning Enabling Act. The purpose
In April of 2018, the Lake Worth
is now taking steps towards a
of subdivision regulations and platting
City Council adopted the 2035
is to allow a local government to
Comprehensive Plan which
plan the layout of a development
updated the city’s Comprehensive
or developments and the roadways
Land Use Plan dating back to
and utilities that will service those
1995. This update directs the
developments in a logical, efficient
future development, revitalization
and effective plan of service. The
and redevelopment of the City
legislature has recognized that although
for the next fifteen (15) years.
a local government may have a discrete
There were three (3) main areas of
municipal city limit line, development
focus in the new comprehensive
will frequently occur across that line
plan, Industrial Use/Low Density
but within the logical growth area of
Residential in the Indian Oaks
the municipality. The extraterritorial
Subdivision; horizontal Mixed-
jurisdiction of a municipal corporation
Use in the Roberts Cut Off
is the area within which it is reasonable
Area, and vertical Mixed-Use
to expect that it will expand within the
in the Downtown Core.
near to intermediate term future. The
The complete 2035 Comprehensive
address new development and/
Land Use Plan can be found
to extend its “design” regulations into
or redevelopment of properties for
on the city’s website at
years to come. Stay tuned for more
that area to ensure that roadways and
www.lakeworthtx.org.
information in the coming months.
complete overhaul of the current Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances. This overhaul will generate an entirely new ordinance that will replace the existing ordinances regulating subdivision and zoning throughout the city, which are out of date, confusing, and sometimes contradictory; with the goal of producing an efficient, up to date, and user-friendly document moving forward. The Zoning overhaul will update terms and definitions, set out new zoning district regulations that coincide with the updated 2035 Future Land Use Plan, and
utilities are coordinated to support continued growth and development. E. ALLEN TAYLOR, JR. TAYLOR, OLSON, ADKINS, SRALLA & ELAM, L.L.P. 6000 WESTERN PLACE, SUITE 200 FORT WORTH, TEXAS 76107
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local government is given the authority
comprehensive plan, the City
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PUBLIC
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The City of Lake Worth has recently purchased their first Combination Jet/Vac/HydroExcavation Machine mounted on a tandem Axle Freightliner Chassis. Sean Densmore (Director of Public Works) and Mike Shelley (Superintendent of Wastewater/Water) made the decision to go with the Camel Maxxx 1200 machine manufactured by Super Products, LLC in New Berlin, WI but sold and serviced locally by Patterson Equipment Company of Roanoke, TX. These style trucks have many uses in a municipality setting with the High-Pressure Water System and Hose Reel, for cleaning sub-surface pipes in the sewer system and storm out fall drains, to the High CFM Positive Displacement Vacuum Blower for removing any material that may be obstructing the critical flow in these systems. This machine is also equipped with a High-Pressure water lance and 50’ x ½” Reel to be utilized with the 8” Vacuum Tubes for Hydro-Excavation to uncover and repair broken water/sewer lines or to identify underground
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utilities. This practice is often referred to as a “Soft Dig” since this method is much safer than traditional digging
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methods of using a backhoe or excavator which can damage covered lines, furthermore the Hydro-Excavation tools have Non-Conductive Tips which protect the operator’s while working closely to buried electrical lines. Overall the city having a combination machine will help maintain the condition of the Gravity Sewer System, Storm Drainage System, and make the city much more pro-active than re-active when issues arise. PUBLIC WORKS UPDATE: • Street Projects for 2018 - 2019: Construction is underway, with the help of Tarrant County Precinct 4, on five (5) streets in Lake Worth. The Public Works Department estimates using over 4,100 tons of asphalt on this year’s projects. Streets included are Lakeview, William Springs Road, Roberts-Cut Off, Fewell Drive and the outside West bound lane of Azle Avenue. • The Water and Sewer Department completed one (1) sewer line rehabilitation project that included replacement of 1,350 linear feet of 6-inch line and replaced five (5) manholes. • Concrete Projects for 2018 – 2019 included replacement of 2,400 linear feet of curb and gutter and over 400 square yards of drive approaches in the public right-of-way. • What is all the construction on SH 199? The Lake Worth City Council approved a $3 Million-dollar sanitary sewer project in the Spring of 2018. This project is a complete replacement of the 18” Force Main that runs from Charbonneau lift station (by Chipotle) all the way to our connection point in Fort Worth (by Atwoods). This is a large-scale project that we anticipate being complete in October of 2019. We apologize in advance for the inconvenience however, upon completion, this upgraded system will service residents and businesses in Lake Worth for the next 50 years. LAKE WORTH DIRECTORY
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Property Enhancement Program &
NW TARRANT CHAMBER
The City of Lake Worth has recently adopted a comprehensive matching‐
ELIGIBLE ENHANCEMENTS
NORTHWEST TARRANT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 817-237-0060
• Building facades
3918 Telephone Rd., #300
for enhancements to your business
• Interior renovations
Lake Worth, TX 76135
facility. A maximum matching
• Landscaping
grant program that can provide funds
grant of $5,000 is available for properties and existing businesses
• Lighting
www.nwtcc.org Mission: To serve, support and promote business and tourism
meeting eligibility requirements.
• Parking and driveways
PROGRAM GOALS
• Pedestrian Amenities
Established in 1984, The Northwest
• Signage
Tarrant Chamber of Commerce
• Enhance the viability and sustainability of commercial properties in the City • Improve the appearance of businesses and enhance commercial corridors • Increase the marketability and occupancy rate of commercial buildings • Provide in areas and to businesses most likely to stimulate private investment This program is intended to help existing businesses’ bottom line by attracting more customers to their enhanced facility. A wide variety of enhancements makes it easy to find a good fit for your business.
• Utilities Please contact the City of Lake Worth to discuss potential benefits for your business and pick up an application for a matching grant. For information: 817-237‐1211
in Northwest Tarrant County.
serves Lakes Worth, NW Fort Worth, Saginaw, Azle and Tarrant County. More than 200 businesses and organizations support the Chamber and our efforts to help the local business community. Networking Coffee at the Cotton Patch is every second Tuesday of each month, 10am11am. We invite you to our longest standing networking event! Coffee at Cotton Patch Café brings together those of you that are interested in networking and finding out about other businesses in the area. Come join us for our monthly luncheon, every third Wednesday of each month. $15 if you prepay over the phone or it will be $20 at the door from 11:30 am-1pm. 7005 Charbonneau Rd., Lake Worth, TX 76135 2019
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ENHANCE YOUR EXISTING BUSINESS
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L.O. Bud Irby
L.O. BUD IRBY SENIOR CENTER
SENIOR CENTER
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Lake Worth Senior Center is the place to learn, play, and enjoy your day – offering multiple classes to get you up and out, challenge the mind, be social, meet new friends, and learn or renew special talents. L.O. Bud
The Senior Citizens Center Offers: • Oil Painting Classes - Daily • Senior Bingo - Tuesdays
Irby, for who the building is named after, opened the center in 1976.
• Party Bridge - Intermediate Level
He envisioned a place for the small senior community of Lake Worth to gather
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for fellowship. It is one of the few senior centers that does not share its space
• Cards and Board Games
with other programs. It is a senior-dedicated space that focuses on ensuring seniors have a fun time. There are no user fees, and it is fully funded by the city for seniors 55 and older. We proudly display paintings, drawings, quilts, and even cross stitching pieces that were all made with love and dedication.
• ZUMBA Class for Seniors • Ladies Tuesday Bridge • Beginner Pinochle Class • Quilting Class and Sewing Class - Beginners
That love is shared through our various programs that include weekly meals
• Line Dance Class
on wheels to homebound seniors, tax preparation from AARP at no cost and
• Monthly Blood Pressure Checks
performances by professional musicians that play for our seniors.
• Live Music Each Friday 10am-Noon • Covered Dish Luncheon -
LINE DANCING
Every Friday at noon
Every Thursday, 99-year-old Elizabeth Creamer comes to the Lake Worth Senior Center for line dancing. When asked what her favorite part of the class is, Elizabeth smiled and said, “The dancing!” Elizabeth loves to stay active by also spending time at the YMCA. She was a member of her local Garden Club for 50 years and was an accredited flower judge for 18 years.
7005 Charbonneau Road Lake Worth, TX 76135 817-237-1211 Ext: 502 Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Sandra Gallatin has been teaching line dancing for 5 years. She’s been a dancer her entire life, and a line dancer for 7 years. Her class is perfectly suited for beginners and anyone who would like to try line dancing for the first time. Line dancing meets every Thursday at 11:45 AM.
SENIOR TEA PARTY: TEXAS BLUEBONNET HOEDOWN
Elizabeth Creamer is pictured front row in red.
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Howdy Ya’ll! Put on your best western duds and join the Senior Center for a Texas style tea party with music, door prizes and more! Register with the Lake Worth Senior Center by April 29th. Contact Deborah Selby at 817-237-3281
7th Annual
SENIOR SYNERGYE x p o FREE Thursday, May 9, 2019 8:30am - 1:30pm Will Rogers – Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibits Hall 3400 Burnett-Tandy Drive Fort Worth, TX If you are 50 years of age or better, Senior Synergy Expo is for you!
available in Tarrant County that help boomers, seniors and caregivers live a healthier lifestyle! The L.O. Bud Irby Lake Worth Senior Center will participate in the 7th Annual Senior Synergy Expo at the Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibits Hall (3400 Burnett-Tandy Drive in Fort Worth) on Thursday, March 9 from 8:30am – 1:30pm. If you are 50 years of age or better, this Expo is for you! Come learn about the services available in Tarrant County that will empower boomers, seniors, and caregivers to live healthier, more productive lives. While there, you can take advantage of free workshops, fitness classes, health screenings,
To attend the EXPO, register today at: www.seniorsynergyexpo.com 817-884-1234 klrotter@tarrantcounty.com
FREE Parking • FREE Admission FREE Workshops
and more. Register in advance to receive a free lunch and parking.
FREE Health Screenings
Plus, the Lake Worth Senior Center will provide free motor
What can you expect to see at
coach transportation to the first 32 seniors who sign up. The bus will leave from the Center at 10:00am and return no later than 2:00pm. While at the Expo, find us at Booth 809 and say hello. Register online today at www.seniorsynergyexpo.com, or by phone at 817-884-1234. We hope to see you at the Expo!
the Senior Synergy Expo? Come Meet the Iconic Weatherman Troy Dungan 12 Informative Workshop Topics To Choose From Tarrant County Master Gardening Offering FREE Classes Free Photo Booth, Cooking Demonstration, Entertainment Door Prizes and Other Giveaways Plus So Much More!!!!
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Come learn about the services
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M a r y Lo u R e d d i c k
MARY LOU REDDICK LIBRARY
LIBRARY
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Tail Waggin’ Tutors Tail Waggin’ Tutors is a monthly program at the Mary Lou Reddick Public Library that encourages young readers to practice their literacy
dog like Bane. They know that dogs
related, hands-on activities. Topics will
will not judge their reading skills.
be Phases of the Moon, Out in Space &
Reading to a therapy dog can provide
Sunshine Shenanigans.
comfort, support, and happiness for
Thursday, June 27th
struggling and self-conscious readers.
WINDOW TO THE WILD
skills by reading aloud to a trained
Bane is registered through Therapy
Come face-to-face with live owls and
therapy dog. Bane and his handler,
Dogs International. He also volunteers for the Ronald McDonald House. TDI
raptors native to Texas, plus other
Yolanda Estrada, visit the Library on the third Wednesday of each month
has about 25,000 dog/handler teams in
for an hour beginning at 3:45pm.
all 50 States as well as some in Canada.
Children read for a short amount
To belong, all dogs must be tested and
of time, usually for 10-15 minutes.
evaluated by a Certified TDI Evaluator.
The general goal is to boost reading skills, along with social skills. Children who participate in canineassisted reading programs are likely to develop confidence in their reading skills and find reading to be more enjoyable. Even youngsters who feel self-conscious reading to an adult or peer are usually very comfortable reading to a therapy
SCIENCE TELLERS and educational alien adventure
MCTEGGART IRISH DANCERS
using special effects and science
A lively Step Dancing performance with
experiments. It’s totally out of
fast footwork and colorful costumes set to traditional Irish music. Thursday, June 6th SPACE MAGIC WITH BRETT ROBERTS
this world! Thursday, July 18th THE JUNK EATING DRAGON
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the
Join Dana Proulx-Willis for an
moon landing with a show full of space
interactive storytelling session where
magic and funny alien puppets.
the audience becomes the story.
Thursday, June 13th
Dana uses sound effects, mime and
FORT WORTH ZOO
other creative dramatics.
The Fort Worth Zoo’s outreach team
Thursday, July 25th
Thursday, June 20th FORT WORTH MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND HISTORY DISCOVERY LAB
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Thursday, July 11th
Don’t miss this action-packed
reptiles to the Library.
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free-flight program.
Summer Programs
will bring a variety of live mammals and
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species from around the world in this
YOGA FOR KIDS This class is a mixture of yoga poses and games that will teach children how to breathe, relax & focus in a
Blast off with the Museum this summer!
fun kid way! For ages 5-12. Taught by
Visit 3 activity stations featuring STEM-
Jaime Goldstein. Thursday, August 1st
Community
SPOTLIGHTS
Heather’s Old Skool Village is a 501c3 non profit in Lake Worth. Brenda Ornelas founded the skool in May of 2013. Brenda taught special education for 25 years in the public-school system, the last 17 was in Lake Worth. The worst thing for Brenda was seeing
Officer which carried numerous
those that are in wheel chairs and
credentialing requirements including
walkers to move about freely.
firefighter, paramedic, and peace
While attending during the day many
officer. In 2011, he was promoted
go out into the community to work.
to the rank of Fire Lieutenant over
Currently, they go to Eagles Nest
the department’s emergency medical
Restaurant and Enchilada Ole. Heather
services division. In 2014, Ryan
works 2 days a week at Holiday Express
achieved the rank of Battalion Chief
in Lake Worth. The goal is to give back
and served until December of 2018.
to the community and be productive
In December of 2018, Ryan was
citizens. At the skool they also do
ultimately selected to fill the role
shredding for the public. Others are
of the newly acquired position of
busy making arts and crafts, playing
Division Chief over Fire Operations
video games, watering the gardens,
with the City of Lake Worth. Chief
dancing to music, and having class time. There is always something happening!
Arthur carries numerous certifications including Licensed Paramedic, Master
her student’s age out of the system
We welcome everyone to check
Firefighter, Master Fire Investigator,
and graduate. Parents were often
out our Facebook or webpage,
Fire Instructor III Master, Fire Officer,
forced to leave their jobs in order to
also to stop by and see first
Hazardous Materials Technician/
stay home and care for their child.
hand what we are all about!
Incident Commander, Incident Safety Officer, Fire & Life Safety Educator,
Heather was Brenda’s student and
and is credentialed as a Blue Card
her dream was to be a teacher like her “mom”, Brenda. In 2013 Brenda
Incident Command Instructor. He is
bought the historical WBAP building
also a graduate of the Texas A&M
in Lake Worth. The building had been
Mays Business School, Fire Service
used for many years as the Rebekah
Chief Executive Officer program.
Lodge of River Oaks. Brenda, along
Chief Arthur has an Associate of
with her parents, began renovation
Science degree in Paramedicine, a
of the building. It took 2 years to
Bachelor of Science degree in Fire
get the building to code and in its
Administration, and a Master of
present state. Finally, the doors were
Science degree in Emergency Services
opened to Heather’s Old Skool Village, September 2015, with three students. Today Heather’s Old Skool Village has approximately 50 students,
Division Chief Ryan Arthur Ryan began his fire service career
Management from Columbia Southern University. He is a member of the International Association of Fire Chiefs
as a firefighter/EMT with the City
and Texas Fire Chiefs Association.
of Allen in 2000. He obtained his
Ryan and his wife Kristi have been
paramedic certification from the
married for 11 years and have three
on the property for a larger facility,
University of Texas Southwestern in
beautiful boys; Landon (8), Caleb (6),
hopefully being completed by
2002. In 2008, Ryan was hired by the
and Gavin (2). They love to spend time
December. The new facility will have
City of Southlake as a Public Safety
together with family and friends.
averaging 35-40 per day! The little 1,400 sq. ft. building is busting at the seams. Construction has started
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Heather’s Old Skool Village
3,900 sq. ft. and will accommodate
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Summertime Tips for
HEALTHY SKIN
by Dr Matthew Mittelbronn, Dermatologist, Lakeview Dermatology Hello Residents of Northwest
include zinc oxide and titanium
protective chemical reaction runs out.
Tarrant County!
dioxide. Their use is limited however
Additionally, sunscreen needs to be
by their unsightly appearance -
reapplied even more often when you
think of that white cream you see
sweat or are in water. “Waterproof”
lifeguards wearing on their noses!
sunscreen does not exist and this
With the weather becoming warmer and most of us looking to get back to our usual outside activities, I thought I would share some of my insights on
Sunscreens, on the other hand, offer
sun protection. Although I am sure
varying amounts of protection and
most of you are already aware of the
utilize a chemical reaction to absorb
majority of these insights, it never
UV rays (like a sponge) before they can
hurts to hear again – and, who knows,
contact the skin. These contain any
maybe even learn something new.
of a number of chemical agents and
The relationship between the Sun and our skin is a mixed one. Although sunlight helps us synthesize much-
SUMMERTIME TIPS
needed vitamin D, too much exposure
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results in skin aging and potentially skin cancer. The two wavelengths in sunlight responsible for these negative effects are UVA and UVB.
are the products we see everywhere and generally use for sun protection. Traditionally, sunscreen’s main role has been blocking UVB rays, although some newer chemicals also block varying amounts of UVA as well (those that block both UVB and UVA are now called “broad-spectrum”).
While UVA is mostly responsible for
Despite many peoples’ beliefs, SPF
skin aging and UVB is responsible
(sun protection factor) is not actually
for sunburns, both contribute to
a thing, but rather a measure of how
skin cancer and protection from
much protection a particular sunscreen
both is important for healthy skin.
offers from sunburn (generally UVB,
I like to divide sun protection measures into 3 categories: avoidance, barrier protection, and topical protection. Avoidance activities include staying indoors, seeking shade when possible, and avoiding lengthy outdoor activities, particularly between 10am and 5-6pm. Barrier protection includes use of all types of umbrellas, wearing hats (especially wide-brimmed hats), and wearing long sleeves and long pants, among others. Topical protection involves the use of sunblock and sunscreen. Sunblocks offer the best topical protection by physically blocking (reflecting) both UVA and UVB rays from contacting the skin. Examples LAKE WORTH DIRECTORY
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as we mentioned previously). We dermatologists recommend a sunscreen product have at least an SPF 15 (blocks 93% of UVB rays) or better yet an SPF 30 (which blocks 97% of UVB rays!).
term has since been replaced by the FDA terms “water-resistant” (lasts 40 minutes in water) or “very waterresistant” (lasts 80 minutes in water). Sunscreen should be applied at least 15 minutes before sun exposure in order to give it time to absorb into the skin and let the chemical reaction begin working. Keep in mind that there is no need to apply a thick coat of sunscreen, as approximately 1 ounce (shotglass full) should entirely cover the average adult. In brief, I like to tell patients this: I realize that we live in sunny Texas and it is no fun, nor realistic, to live inside all the time - otherwise that is not living! However, depending on your personal skin history, you may want or need to make some of the simple personal and lifestyle changes noted above. Not only can these help prevent skin cancer, but they can help you keep your best youthful appearance!
I always tell my patients use at least
Hope you find this helpful and have
an SPF 30, however recommend they
a great – skin-healthy- summer!
use the highest number SPF they feel
If you have any additional questions
comfortable wearing, as you generally
or need an exam, please feel free to
receive increased amounts of UVA
contact my wonderful staff at Lakeview
protection as well. Unfortunately,
Dermatology for an appointment.
we do not currently have a measure (like SPF) to define the amount of UVA protection a sunscreen offers. While ‘sunblock’ retains it’s protection indefinitely (as long as it is not removed), ‘sunscreen’ must be reapplied every 2 hours, because the
Dr Mittelbronn Lakeviewdermtx.com 3918 Telephone Rd, Suite 100 Lake Worth, TX 76135
Naval Air Station
JOINT RESERVE BASE In the post-war years, the airfield
Marine Corps and the Texas Army
friend of the Base, G. Walter Floyd,
transitioned custody from the Army
and Air National Guard, a force of
stood on the expanse of concrete
to that of the Air Force, becoming
10,000 both military and civilian, now
that makes up NAS JRB Fort Worth’s
Carswell AFB under Strategic Air
call NAS JRB Fort Worth “home.”
flight line alongside Base Commander,
Command control. As locals well
Navy Captain Jon Townsend, with a
The old Consolidated Aircraft
know, Carswell was the backdrop
thousand-mile stare. Walter, looking
Manufacturing plant (Air Force Plant
for the 1955 Jimmy Steward
4) has given way to Lockheed Martin
north past the air station’s runway
movie, “Strategic Air Command.”
Aeronautics, employing more than
However, in 1990, our community
16,000 today. Lockheed Martin is
received devastating news that
the final-assembly to the services’
toward the blue waters of Lake Worth and on toward the city overlooking the Base, Lake Worth, said, “My greatgrandfather, Bill Floyd, once leased and worked this land, grazing Texas cattle on this very same land that is now the present-day Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Fort Worth.”
Carswell AFB would become a product of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act (BRAC), and was slated for closure. Carswell
newest fighter aircraft, the F-35. NAS JRB based 301st is slated to receive the F-35 as their mission aircraft within a few short years.
was the place where Air Force
NAS JRB Fort Worth has established
families not only raised their families
itself as the premier Joint Reserve
The importance of this land to our
but had built our surrounding
Base in our nation. New generations
military forces and local communities
communities. These families were
of families, whose roots may have
has proven to be immeasurable over
our foundation, our very history.
once started at Carswell, now call
the years. The present day NAS JRB beginnings were that of aircraft manufacturing in the early 1940’s. In 1941 Congress approved funding for construction of an air field: “Lake Worth Bomber Plant Airport.” After Pearl Harbor, the airfield transitioned to Heavy Bomber flight training as the adjacent Consolidated Aircraft Manufacturing plant, which shares our runway, began B-24B Liberator final production modifications for the war effort. As WWII raged on, and aircraft
Fortunately, our elected officials went to work to save the military base, and in 1993 the base was directed to become the nation’s first Joint Reserve Base to be owned by the United States Navy. Under Navy command, Carswell
NAS JRB Fort Worth their home. Long past is the day when around 1910 Bill Floyd grazed Texas cattle on this land, but our future is just as rich as our past. NAS JRB Commander, Captain Jon Townsend, sends his best to the city overlooking his base, Lake Worth. It’s a good place to call home.
transitioned from its former roll as a cold-war strategic force deterrent to what’s now an operational base with its many tenant commands of all the armed services, who “train-for-thefight” in an operational capacity.
manufacturing stepped up to a
NAS JRB military men and women
break-neck pace, the older B-24’s
train, deploy, fight, return home, and
gave way to the B-32 Dominator
the cycle begins again, never ending.
at the Consolidated plant.
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Recently, local businessman and
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Multi-Purpose
MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITY
FACILITY
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The Lake Worth Multi-Purpose Facility (MPF) is a facility that can be used for multiple functions such as birthday parties, baby showers, family reunions, graduation parties, business training, luncheons and more. The MPF is located at 7005 Charbonneau Road between the Lake Worth Library and Senior Center. This facility offers three (3) meeting rooms (that can be rented individually or combined) and a full-size kitchen is also available. Hours of operation for MPF is from 7:00 a.m. to midnight. All rentals require a 2-hour minimum. All rental deposits are refundable if no damage occurs to the rental area and the cleaning checklist is complete. All after hour rentals require a City attendant. For reservation information, please visit the City’s website www.lakeworthtx.org or call 817-237-1211 extension 100. Description
1 Room
Resident Non-Resident Room Choice Non-Profit Per Hour 501(c)(3) Per Hour $25.00
$35.00
Capacity
Amenities*
*Count Based on Lecture Type Capacity
1 or 2
60 People
Wireless Internet Projectors Podium 27 Tables(30”by72”) 100 Chairs Ice Machine Coffee Pot (upon request and renter shall provide supplies)
2 Rooms $40.00 $50.00
1 and 2 or 2 and 3
120 People 107 People
3 Rooms
$55.00
$65.00
N/A
167 People
2 Rooms with Kitchen
$60.00
$70.00
N/A
107 People
3 Rooms with Kitchen
$75.00
$85.00
N/A
167 People *Amenities available in rooms 1, 2 & 3
• City Attendant- $15 per hour (mandatory fee for after hour rentals of 100 people or less) • City Attendant- $25 per hour (mandatory fee for after hour rentals of 100 people or less-City holidays only) • Security- $25 per hour in addition to City Attendant (mandatory fee for after hour rentals of 100 people or more) • $100 refundable deposit for room(s) usage only • $200 refundable deposit for rooms with use of the kitchen • Rental times need to include set up and clean up time. • Deposit and Rental fees due in full upon reservation. • Standing reservations are available for 2 or more rentals made by the same applicant. LAKE WORTH DIRECTORY
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It has always been the mission
child assessments, exploration
School as one of the first Leader in
of Lake Worth ISD to engage,
through play, nutritional meals,
Me Academies in Tarrant County.
challenge and empower every
physical exercise, and resources for
Teachers, staff, and administrators at
student, every day. Lake Worth ISD
the entire family. With the addition of
Leader in Me Schools are empowered
is comprised of six campuses: Effie
this new program at Lake Worth ISD,
to provide support in each student’s
Morris Elementary School, Marine
our educators and staff will extend
physical, mental, social, and economic
Creek Elementary School, Marilyn
student’s level of interest, curiosity,
well-being by creating a learning
J. Miller Elementary School, N. A.
and passion to the level of motivation
environment that addresses “whole-
Howry Intermediate School, Lucyle
in order to progress in their education.
child” education. Educators rediscover
Collins Middle School, and Lake Worth High School. The staff and
CHALLENGE
their passion through Leader in Me as it redirects their focus back to a deeper
teachers at Lake Worth ISD have
By balancing the different needs in
understanding of student achievement
taken K12 education to the next
students, our educators and staff
and students gain the ability, authority,
level by educating, supporting and
challenge each and every child to rise
and agency to make decisions and
challenging students. In the coming
to meet expectations to equip them
changes within their communities.
school year, Lake Worth ISD will be
to both impact their education and
implementing several innovative
communities. At Lake Worth ISD,
and transforming educational
we help parents and students meet
and economic programs which
long term goals by offering helpful
will benefit the students and the
resources. By implementing new
families of Lake Worth ISD.
educational programs, our district
Families can expect to see students more involved, passionate and optimistic about learning with the implementation of Effie Morris Elementary School’s newest program, Head Start. Effie Morris’ new Head
innovative philosophy of enabling
campuses to learn more about what makes Lake Worth ISD the best district for you and your family. Hop on over to www.lwisd.org or follow us on Facebook @lwisd to learn more. Go Bullfrogs!
students and families with the education, tools, and support they need to succeed and make a difference in their communities. EMPOWER
Start early childhood learning and
Our educators empower each and every
knowledge program supports and
student with the knowledge, skills,
focuses on the most vulnerable families
and values they need to build a better
within the Lake Worth community.
world. Coming this fall, Lake Worth ISD
Our campus will offer full-day pre-k,
will introduce Marine Creek Elementary 2019
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ENGAGE
maintains a forward-thinking and
We invite you to visit one of our six
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ELECTIONS Citizens of Lake Worth will be able to vote on Saturday, May 4, 2019 during the City General and Special Elections. The Lake Worth City Council has called for a City Charter Special Election which will consistent of ten (10) charter amendment proposals. The May ballot will also include the following candidates that were unopposed and have been declared elected for a two-year term: Mayor . . . . . . . . . Walter Bowen Council, Place 2 . . . Geoffrey White Council, Place 4 . . . Ronny Parsley Council, Place 6 . . . Gary Stuard The proposed charter amendments were recommended by the Charter Review Commission that were appointed by the City Council on March 2018 and convened in May 2018 to review the charter. During its seven-month review process the group held regular meetings. The Commission reported its findings and recommendations to the City Council on December 2018. The City Council reviewed the charter proposals in January 2019 and called for a Special Election at the February 12, 2019 City Council meeting. The Lake Worth City Council approved a joint contract with Tarrant County for Joint General and Special Election services. Citizens will be able to find election information on the city’s website, Tarrant County Elections website or can contact the City Secretary’s Office at (817) 237-1211 extension #105. Copies of the current City Charter are available
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at City Hall, Mary Lou Reddick Public Library, LO. Bud Irby Senior Center and the city’s website for your review.
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CHARTER AMENDMENT ELECTION The City of Lake Worth adopted a
the appointment and removal of city
shall have no authority to exercise
home rule charter in April of 1965
officers, establishing administrative
those powers which are expressly
establishing the council/manager form
departments, adoption of the budget,
conferred upon other City officers
of government still in place today.
inquiries into the conduct of city
by this Charter. Without limitation of
A revised charter was approved in 2003 and again in 2008. The Lake Worth City Council has called for a City Charter Amendment election on May 4, 2019 that will include 10 amendments.
affairs, establishing the boundaries of the city, creating boards and commissions, fixing rates and charges for all utilities and public services, and the issuance of all bonds?
The following information details
CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED:
the proposed amendments and
Section 3.12 Powers of the City
the language if approved.
Council - All powers of the City and the determination of all matters of policy
PROPOSITION A
shall be vested in the City Council.
Shall the Lake Worth Home Rule
otherwise expressly provided by this
Charter be amended by renumbering
Except where in conflict with and Charter, the City Council shall have all
Section 2.03 regarding City Council
powers authorized to be exercised by
powers to Section 3.12; and clarifying
the City Council by state law; provided,
powers of the City Council, including
however, that the City Council
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the foregoing and among the other powers that may be exercised by the Council, the following are hereby enumerated for greater certainty: 1. Appoint and remove the City Manager; 2. Appoint and remove the Municipal Judge(s) of the Municipal Court; 3. Appoint and remove the City Attorney; 4. Establish administrative departments; 5. Adopt the budget of the City;
6. By majority vote, collectively inquire into the conduct of any office, department or agency of the City and make investigations
Copies of the current City Charter and this voter’s guide are available at:
as to municipal affairs;
Lake Worth City Hall 3805 Adam Grubb
7. Establish the boundaries of the City; 8. Provide for a Planning and Zoning Commission and a Board of Adjustment and other boards and commissions as
Mary Lou Reddick Public Library 7005 Charbonneau Rd. L.O. Bud Irby Senior Center 7005 Charbonneau Rd.
deemed necessary and appoint members of all such boards and commissions. Such boards and
PROPOSITION C
PROPOSITION D
possessed before the adoption of
Shall Section 3.09 of the Lake Worth
Shall Section 3.10 of the Lake
this Charter and those conferred
Home Rule Charter be amended to
Worth Home Rule Charter be
and created by the Charter, by
provide that the Mayor Pro- Tem
amended to provide that the
City ordinance or by other law.
shall be chosen on a rotational basis
Mayor shall be recognized as the
based on place number, beginning
head of the city government for
with Place 1 and continuing through
ceremonial purposes but shall have
Place 7; and providing that the Mayor
no regular administrative duties?
commissions retain all powers
9. Fix and regulate rates and charges for all utilities and public services; and 10. Authorize the issuance of
disability or absence of the Mayor? CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED:
CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED: Section 3.10 The Mayor - The Mayor shall preside at all Council meetings
PROPOSITION B
Section 3.09 Mayor Pro-Tem -
and may participate in the discussion of
Shall Section 3.06 of the Lake
The Mayor Pro-Tem shall be a
all matters coming before the Council.
councilmember elected by the City
The Mayor shall not be entitled to vote
Council at the first regular meeting
as a member thereof, on Legislative
after every general election date
or other matters, except in case of a
regardless of whether or not the city
tie, when the Mayor shall have the
holds an election on that particular
right to cast the deciding vote. The
year or at the first regular meeting
Mayor may also represent the City in
after any applicable run-off election,
intergovernmental relationships and
whichever is later. The councilmember
perform other duties specified by the
selected to serve as Mayor Pro-Tem
City Council or imposed by this Charter
shall be chosen on a rotational basis
and by ordinances and resolutions
based on Place number, beginning
passed in pursuance thereof. The
with Place 1 and continuing through
Mayor shall be recognized as the
Place 7. If any Council Member
head of the city government for all
declines his or her term as it arises in
ceremonial purposes but shall have
rotation, that member shall remain in
no regular administrative duties.
Worth Home Rule Charter be amended to provide for a vote of a simple majority of all remaining members to appoint a qualified person to fill a Council vacancy? CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED: Section 3.06 Vacancies - In the event there is one vacancy on the council or in the office of Mayor, the council may call a special election to be held in accordance with state law or by the majority vote of all remaining members, appoint a qualified person to fill the vacancy.
the same place in the rotation cycle
In the event there is more than one
as if he or she had served. The Mayor
vacancy, the council shall call a special
Pro-Tem shall act as Mayor during the
election to be held in accordance
disability or absence of the Mayor,
Election Day - May 4
with state law, unless appointment
and in this capacity, shall have the
Early Voting - April 22 - 30
is required to achieve a quorum.
rights conferred upon the Mayor.
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all bonds by ordinance.
Pro-Tem shall act as Mayor during the
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PROPOSITION E
PROPOSITION F
PROPOSITION H
Shall Section 3.13 of the Lake
Shall Section 4.03 of the Lake Worth
Shall Section 6.06 of the Lake Worth
Worth Home Rule Charter be
Home Rule Charter relating to the
Home Rule Charter be amended to
added to provide that the Mayor and councilmembers may not hold any other city office or city employment; and that no former Mayor or councilmembers may hold employment with the City until one (1) year after the expiration of the term they were elected or appointed to hold? CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED: Section 3.13 Prohibitions -
the same surname, their residence addresses must be printed with their names on the official ballot?
days after the date of certifying the petition of recall as sufficient, the City Secretary shall present such petition to the City Council of the City of Lake Worth at a regular meeting or special
CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED:
meeting called for that purpose?
Section 4.03 The Official Ballot -
CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED:
The names of all candidates for
Section 6.06 Presentation of Petition
office, except such as may have
to City Council - Within twenty-one (21) days after the date of certifying
shall be printed on the official ballots
the petition of recall as sufficient,
or by this Charter, no Mayor
without party designations in the
the person performing the duties of
or Council Member may hold
order determined in a drawing of
the City Secretary shall present such
any other City office or City
lots conducted by the City Secretary
petition to the City Council of the City
employment during his or
in accordance with State Law. Each
her term as Mayor or Council
candidate shall be given notice of
Member. No former Mayor or Council Member may hold any City employment until one year
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that if two or more candidates have
provide that within twenty-one (21)
withdrawn, died or become ineligible,
a) Except where authorized by law
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official ballot be amended to provide
the time and place of the drawing. If two or more candidates have
after the expiration of the term
the same surname, their residence
for which they were elected or
addresses must be printed with
appointed to the City Council.
their names on the ballot.
b) Members of the City Council may not in any way order the
PROPOSITION G
appointment or removal of the
Shall Section 4.05 of the Lake
City administrative officers
Worth Home Rule Charter be
or employees whom the City
amended to clarify that every
Manager or any of the City
municipal election must be handled
Manager’s subordinates are
in accordance with state law?
empowered to appoint.
CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED: Section 4.05 Conducting and Canvassing Elections -
IMPORTANT DATES
a) Every municipal election
Election Day - May 4
must be conducted in
Early Voting - April 22 - 30
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accordance with State law. b) The City Council shall meet in
of Lake Worth at a regular meeting or special meeting called for that purpose.
PROPOSITION I Shall Section 7.03 of the Lake Worth Home Rule Charter be amended to require that the caption of each franchise ordinance be published in the official city newspaper at the franchisee’s expense? CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED: Section 7.03 Franchise: Powers of City Council - The City Council shall have power to grant, amend, renew or extend by ordinance all franchises of all public utilities of every character operating within the City of Lake Worth, and for such purposes is granted full power. All ordinances granting, amending, renewing, or extending franchises for public utilities shall be voted on at two separate regular meetings of the City council
an open meeting to canvass and
and shall not be finally passed until at
officially declare the results of
least fifteen (15) days after the first
the election as to candidates and
reading; and no such ordinance shall
questions, and issue certificates
take effect until thirty (30) days after its
of election to candidates elected
final passage; and pending such time,
as provided by State law.
the full text of such ordinance shall
be posted on the bulletin board at the City Hall of the City of Lake Worth, and publication of the caption in the official newspaper of the City shall be borne by the proponent of the franchise. No public utility franchise shall be transferable except to persons, firms or corporations taking all or substantially all of the holder’s business in the City of Lake Worth and except upon approval of an ordinance by the Council
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in accordance with this Section.
PROPOSITION J Shall Section 8.06 of the Lake Worth Home Rule Charter be amended to allow the City Council to remove the
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municipal judge at its discretion by a majority vote without a public hearing? CHARTER LANGUAGE IF APPROVED: Section 8.06 Judge of the Municipal Court - The judge of the municipal court shall be appointed by the City Council for a term of two years. The judge shall be a resident of this state, a citizen of the United States, and an attorney in good standing licensed to practice in the State of Texas, with two or more years experience in the practice of law in this State. The Council shall fix the compensation for the judge in accordance with State law and such compensation shall never be based on the fines assessed or collected. Removal of the judge shall be at the discretion of the Council by a majority vote of the City Council.
Copies of the current City Charter and this voter’s guide are available at: Lake Worth City Hall 3805 Adam Grubb Mary Lou Reddick Public Library 7005 Charbonneau Rd. L.O. Bud Irby Senior Center 7005 Charbonneau Rd.
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