CITY MANAGER’S WEEKLY UPDATE
For the week of:
July 13, 2008
Planning and Zoning Meeting
The Lewisville Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of two zoning requests at their regular meeting on Tuesday, July 1. The two requests recommended for approval were:
–Consideration of a zone change request from Local Commercial (LC) to General Business (GB) on a 0.56 acre tract located at the east side of Business SH 121, south of Bellaire Boulevard. The request is being made by the current property owner E. K. & J. Arledge, IV Family, LP.
–Consideration of a zone change request from Public Use (PU) to Light Industrial (LI) on a 1.91 acre tract located at 756 W. Jones Street. The request is being made by DDM Construction Corp. on behalf of Denton County, the current property owner.
Library News
Pat Peters, Library Youth Services Supervisor, is the current chairman of the Texas Library Association Texas Reading Club Committee. Pat met with her committee this week in Austin during the Texas Library Association Annual Assembly. The committee is charged with planning the state-wide summer reading programs for children and is celebrating the 50th year of the state-wide reading program. Pat’s term as chairman will continue until Spring 2010.
City Schedules Free Outdoor Family Movie in Old Town
Reel Lewisville, featuring free family movies on an outdoor screen, will present “Madagascar” on Thursday, July 24, in Old Town. The movie will start at 9 p.m. at the northwest corner of Church and Charles streets, with free parking available at Lewisville City Hall. The viewing area is grass, and audience members are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs for their comfort. Food and beverages are allowed, but alcohol is not permitted. For information, call 972.219.3401.
Volunteers Needed for Western Day Festival
Volunteers are needed in a variety of roles assisting with the annual Western Day festival, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 27, in Old Town Lewisville. Help is needed in such areas as parade monitors, parking attendants, vendor relations, general setup, stage management and more. For information, please visit the city’s Web site, www.cityoflewisville.com, or call 972.219.3401.
Citizens Police Academy Accepting Applications
The Lewisville Citizens Police Academy, the closest civilians can come to the men and women in blue, short of pursuing a badge of their own, is accepting applications for its 2008 class that starts on Sept. 4. The free 13-week program includes instruction and training experiences from the classroom to the firing range. Since 1989, dozens of Lewisville residents have gained a better understanding of local law enforcement efforts through the program.
Classes are held on Thursday evenings, and there are Saturday sessions on Oct. 11 and Oct. 18. Graduation will be Dec. 4. After completing the class, many graduates join the CPA Alumni Association and volunteer with the department in a variety of capacities. Alumni also are eligible to ride with patrol officers as observers. For information on the next class, scheduled to begin in September, call Training Coordinator Scott Pedigo at 972.219.3608. Participants must be at least 18 years old before classes begin and either live or work in Lewisville. Class space is limited, so those interested in participating should apply as soon as possible. Applications can be obtained at the Lewisville Police Department, can be mailed to applicants, or can be downloaded from www.cityoflewisville.com.
Lewisville Public Library Sets Summer Storytime Schedule
Parents are invited to bring their children to the Lewisville Public Library for free storytimes by age groups:
- – Mother Goose Time (ages up to 18 months) – Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.; Thursdays at 11 a.m.
– Toddler Time (ages 18 – 36 months) - Tuesday, 10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.; Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.; Thursday, 10:30 a.m.
– Preschool Time (ages 3-6) - Monday, 10:30 a.m.; Tuesday, 2 and 7 p.m.
– PrimeTime (Kindergarten through 3rd Grade) – Monday, 4 p.m.
– Family Time (all ages) - Saturday, 11:15 a.m.
The Lewisville Public Library is located at the Municipal Annex, 1197 W. Main Street. For more information, please call the Children’s Desk of the Lewisville Public Library at 972.219.3570 or log on to http://library.cityoflewisville.com.
KLB Offers Free Class on Rainwater Harvesting
Keep Lewisville Beautiful will hold a free gardening class on “Rainwater Harvesting” on Thursday, July 17, 7-8 p.m. at Memorial Park Recreation Center, 1950-B S. Valley Parkway. Dallas County Master Gardener Brenda Cunningham will share her specialized training on rainwater harvesting and soil consultation. Space is limited, so please make reservations by calling 972.436.5100 or via e-mail, info@keeplewisvillebeautiful.org.
Keep Lewisville Beautiful, an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful and Keep Texas Beautiful, is the city’s longest-standing and most successful environmental organization, committed to educating Lewisville residents to take greater responsibility for enhancing their community.
Upcoming LLELA Events
Minor-Porter Log House Tour
Visitors to Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA) can catch a glimpse of Denton County’s history during monthly tours and demonstrations at the Minor-Porter Log House. The next tour is scheduled for July 19. The cabin, which dates to about 1869, has been completely restored and furnished with all the trappings of everyday frontier life. Log House Open House is held the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Knowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to guide visitors through the cabin and associated structures and to answer questions in an informal self-paced tour. There is no additional fee beyond the $3 LLELA entry fee.
Guided Tour of Bison Range
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area (LLELA) is offering a guided tour of the wildlife preserve’s bison range on Sunday, July 27, starting at 10 a.m. Cost is $2 per person in addition to the LLELA gate fee of $3 per person. Park officials reported six expectant mothers among the bison heard at the end of April, so seeing new-born calves during the tour is a strong possibility.
Participants will meet herd owner Robert Vaughan at the gatehouse, then drive out for an opportunity to see the bison up close and learn more about bison natural history and husbandry. All ages are welcome, but reservations are required by calling 972.219.7980. The bison are normally off view in a secure area of LLELA, so this is a chance to visit a part of the preserve most people don’t get to see.
The Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is 2,000-acre wilderness of prairies, forests and wetlands managed as a wildlife preserve by a group of agencies including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the University of North Texas, the City of Lewisville, Lewisville ISD and Texas A & M University. Its mission is to preserve and restore native ecosystems and to provide and promote environmental education and scientific research.
LLELA is open to the public every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for fishing, hiking, camping, bird watching, kayaking/canoeing, picnicking and other outdoor activities. For information, visit www.ias.unt.edu/llela or call 972.219.3930.
Street and Sidewalk Repairs on Lakeway Dr.
The City of Lewisville street division has contracted with Hencie International, Inc. to repair the concrete street panels and sidewalk on Lakeway Dr. between Corporate Dr. and Bennett Ln. Construction began on Monday, July 7, 2008 and is scheduled to be completed on Friday, August 29, 2008, weather permitting. Drivers should expect lane changes.
Work is being performed in the areas listed below.
Use caution in these work zones.
Use caution in these work zones.
Street Repairs
Continuing street panel and sidewalk repairs on west bound Bennett Lane
Beginning street panel and sidewalk repairs on Lakeway Drive
Installing A.D.A. ramps on all four corners at Hwy 121 and Corporate Drive
Continuing curb and gutter, drive approach, and sidewalk repairs on Palisades
Removing and replacing the asphalt on Bennett Lane
Sanitary Sewer Line and Manhole Repairs
Main line cleaning and video inspecting approximately 2,000 l.f. of sanitary sewer at the Broad Stone Apartments on Lake Vista Dr.
Upcoming Events
July Meetings & Events
- July 14 Old Town Design Review Committee Meeting
July 15 CDBG Meeting
July 15 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
July 15 Sounds of Lewisville Summer Concert Series
July 16 Library Board Meeting
July 17 Transportation Board Meeting
July 19 Old Town Farmers Market
July 21 City Council Meeting
July 22 Sounds of Lewisville Summer Concert Series
July 26 Old Town Farmers Market
July 28 Old Town Design Review Committee Meeting
August Meetings & Events
- August 2 Old Town Farmers Market
August 4 City Council Meeting
August 5 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
August 6 Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting
August 9 Old Town Farmers Market
August 9 Lewisville 2nd Saturday Collection Day
August 11 Old Town Design Review Committee Meeting
August 13 Park Board Meeting
August 16 Old Town Farmers Market
August 16 City Council Budget Workshop
August 18 City Council Meeting
August 19 CDBG Meeting
August 19 Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
August 20 Library Board Meeting
August 23 Old Town Farmers Market
August 25 Old Town Design Review Committee Meeting
August 30 Old Town Farmers Market
