Integrity We stand up for what is right even in the face of a challenge, and do what is right, even if no one notices.
Customer Service Whether the answer involves going the extra mile or delivering bad news, we are courteous, patient, humble, and professional.
Innovation We allow the freedom to try new things, and recognize that through creativity and reasonable risk, we will build a stronger, healthier Town together.
Efficiency We will find the shortest path on a route or in a process, and operate without waste, with proper use of taxpayer dollars, and without compromising quality.
EXECUTIVE REPORT SEPTEMBER 2021
Project Update
Public Safety Dispatch Center Effective September 27, 2021 The Town of Little Elm has shifted our police and fire dispatching away from the Denton County Sheriff's Office to a new dispatch center. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1 To reach the Little Elm Police Department during nonemergencies, please all 214-975-0460. To reach the Little Elm Fire Department during non-emergencies, please call 214-975-0420.
Town of Cross Roads Interlocal Agreement Effective October 1, 2021 The Town of Little Elm entered an agreement to provide fire and EMS services to the Town of Cross Roads.
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Town Events
Pumpkin Hollow Join us for some Halloween fun in Little Elm Park! We will have a carnival, a light-up pumpkin trail, as well as a haunted trail! Let's get spooky! October 14: 6 - 9 p.m. October 15: 6 - 10 p.m. October 16: 6 - 10 p.m.
Autumn Fest For this years Autumn Fest, we brought in $30,000 in revenue for both the carnival and Oktoberfest. The Saturday Lakefront Concert Series at The Lakefront™ was very well attended, with a crowd of roughly 300!
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Town Briefings
Prescription Drug Take - Back Day Our next DEA National Prescription Drug Take - Back Day is Saturday, October 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Little Elm Public Safety Building at 88 W. Eldorado Parkway. The National Prescription Drug Take - Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs while educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
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Town Briefings
Post Your Job Positions
Or click the links below to visit the websites and post your open positions. Little Elm ISD: https://littleelmisd.jobboardfire.com/ Frisco ISD: https://forms.gle/yJ6Wbqkuzvmzpwds5
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Town Briefings
The Cove at The Lakefront® Report Fall Hours: Monday-Friday: 4 - 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 6 p.m. Upcoming Events & Promotions Buddy Night The Cove® is hosting a Buddy Night on October 9th, from 7-9 p.m. as a staff recruitment initiative. Current employees of The Rec™ and The Cove® are invited to bring friends for music, food, and to enjoy the facility.
Statistics for September
ATTENDANCE
6,764 TOTAL
260
AVERAGE DAILY
109,513
SINCE OPENING
Open House The Rec™ and The Cove® at The Lakefront will be hosting an Open House on Monday, October 11 from 5-8 p.m.! Admission to The Cove will be $5 and The Rec will be free to use all night. Join us to meet our staff, talk with vendors, and participate in exciting raffles!
RENTALS
62
BIRTHDAY PACKAGES
93
CABANAS
239
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Town Briefings
COVID-19 Update The County has created a city - specific dashboard to provide residents with up-to-date statistics for COVID-19. Click here to access it!
September 1
October 1
Recovered
4471
4851
Active
709
909
Deaths
15
16
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Town Staff
employee
SPOTLIGHT
My name is Allison Lusk and I was hired as the Marketing & Programs Support Specialist in September. I am from north Georgia, and have previously worked for an economic development nonprofit in downtown Columbus, GA. I enjoy spending time with my family and two pups, as well as exploring new places!
My name is Zaida Martinez and I am excited to be part of the team here in Little Elm! I was hired in September as a Police Officer. I graduated from Cedar Valley Police Academy in 2021 and previously worked for a periodontist and Terrell ISD. After working for Terrell ISD, I saw the need for female officers in our schools, and I hope to work as an SRO here in Little Elm.
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Town Staff
Procurement Award For the seventh consecutive year, the Town of Little Elm has been awarded the prestigious 26th Annual Achievement of Excellence in Procurement® (AEP) for 2021 from the National Procurement Institute, Inc. (NPI). The AEP Award is earned by public and non-profit agencies that demonstrate commitment to procurement excellence. This annual program recognizes procurement organizations that embrace Innovation, Professionalism, Productivity, Leadership and e-Procurement. The Town is one of only 45 agencies in Texas and one of only 64 cities in the United States and Canada to receive this award. This award could not have been possible without the outstanding effort by our Purchasing Manager, Rebecca Hunter, and Purchasing Technician, Cindy Alonzo!
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Town Staff
Police Bicycle We want to extend our thanks to Shawnee Trail Cycling Club for their donation of a police bike to the Little Elm Police Department!
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Around Town Certificates of Occupancy Tribute Owner's Association Kids Belong All Saints healthcare Bougie Bodies First Drive Driving School Manish Nair
Flatwork
Panther Creek Building 2 Lotus Shopping Center The District Tin Man Social Lakeside Crossing RTI Bld 3
Interior Jocelyn Yu, DDS Craft Pie Pizza King and Cardinal Burgers LE Massage BubbleWell
Vertical Elm Ridge Office Park Building 2 Siri's Crossing Lot 1, 2, & 3 King Plaza Addition Arena Sports Bar Shawnee Trail ASCO page | 11
Monthly Updates
September Housing Report
YTD New Residential Permits
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Monthly Updates
Sales Tax Update The Town received a distribution for the month of September 2021 from the State Comptroller’s office in the amount of $926,503.48. This sales tax distribution is for reported sales for the month of July. This is an increase of 10 percent or $82,896 from the July taxable sales last year. The FY 2021 budgeted sales tax revenue reflected a 3 percent increase over last year’s actuals/estimates. To date, the Town is over FY 2021 projected budgeted sales tax revenue by 15.74 percent. Statewide, the Comptroller’s office reported that sales tax collections year to date are up by 20.9 percent for September 2021 sales tax revenue compared to September 2020 and year to date up by 12.7 percent.
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Monthly Updates September Statistics
Announcements The Town will be holding a paper shredding event at the LEISD Athletic Complex on Saturday, October 9th from 8am 12pm
1,939 Building Inspections 99 New Homes Permitted 106 Residential Certificates of Occupancy Issued 869 Community Integrity Cases 94% Compliance Rate 87 Bandit Signs Collected 76 Rental-Home Safety Inspections 34 Health Inspections 561 Mosquitos Tested 0 Positive West Nile Virus Cases 2,746 members at The Rec at The Lakefront™ 4,272 members at the The Cove at The Lakefront™ 1,515 members with combined memberships Estimated Population 50,815 Calls for Service September: 451 YTD: 4,090
September: 4,555 YTD: 35,390
EDC - October 11 Town Council - October 12 Planning & Zoning - October 7 & 21
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