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How much do you "Love the Branch?"
How much do you love the Branch? Let us count the ways!
"Love the Branch" is a new branding campaign the City has undertaken in hopes of bringing new awareness to everything good about Farmers Branch - especially to the greater Metroplex. We rolled out the new "Love the Branch" campaign in November as an effort to encourage Metroplex residents and businesspeople to take a fresh look at Farmers Branch as a place for shopping, dining and living.
People love the Branch. And, we want you to help us tell the story.
As part of the campaign, we're asking residents to e-mail how they "Love the Branch" to fbinfo@farmersbranch.info. Those responses will be used in different City media formats in the coming months.
 The "Love the Branch" campaign can be seen on a new website (www.lovethebranch.com), on radio station 570 KLIF, targeted behavioral online advertising and by many other communications and information channels.
Anyone can come in to a City facility to get a free "Love the Branch" sticker or call City Hall for a "Love the Branch" door cling for your business.
Help us tell the story and let us know how much you "love the Branch."
fbinfo@farmersbranch.info
Click Gary's picture for background and contact info
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FARMERS BRANCH ~ Taking a break from a hectic holiday schedule, Santa and Mrs. Claus are scheduled to drop by the Farmers Branch Manske Library for cookies, crafts and to spin a story or two on Wednesday, December 14 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Santa will read the Clement Clarke Moore classic, "The Night Before Christmas" while Mrs. Claus helps with holiday crafts and cookie decorating. Sources say the Grinch might even show up. Additionally, there will be photos with Santa, a bounce house and a performance by Dance Park Academy. The event is free and open to the public.
A few blocks away, the Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center has made special arrangements for Santa to spend time visiting with Farmers Branch kids in their homes at set appointment times through Christmas Eve. Rec Center officials said Santa will visit homes within a five-mile radius of the Community Recreation Center during the evening hours of 6:30 to 9 p.m. from now through December 24. Visits will last 15 minutes and Santa will deliver presents to kids (provided in advance by parents). Appointment times are limited so reservations are required. Cost is $25 for Recreation Center members, $29 for non-members. Call 972.247.4607 for information and appointments.
  
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City Manager Gary Greer's
credentials renewed by ICMA
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City Manager Gary D. Greer
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WASHINGTON, D.C. ~ Recognizing his record of success and continuing professional development, the International City/County Management Association has renewed the professional credentials of Farmers Branch City Manager Gary D. Greer. ICMA established the credentialing program in 2001 to define and recognize local government managers and to promote lifelong learning. To maintain credentials, members must submit an annual report, describing 40 hours of professional development during the previous year. Serving as City Manager of Farmers Branch since 2007, Mr. Greer is among 1,215 managers currently holding credentials in the U.S., 65 of which are in Texas.
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Name: Texx Stewart
Position: Superintendent of Recreation
Department: Parks
Years with the City: 26 yrs
Background: I have a Bachelor's in Physical Education from Abilene Christian University and a Master's in Recreation Administration from Texas Women's University. Before coming to Farmers Branch in 1984, I worked with the cities of Denton, Sweetwater and Abilene in various capacities but always having to do with parks and recreation.
Personal: I have been happily married to my wife, Deborah, for 33 years. We have a son, Ben, who is 26. I love to read, play golf, watch anything on TV having to do with a ball, and working around the house and yard.
What Do You Like Most About Working for the City of Farmers Branch? It has been a privilege to do a job where I work - so other people can play. Over the years, staff has enjoyed the support of Council members and management teams that have provided the resources necessary to allow Farmers Branch residents to enjoy a beautiful city and have positive recreational experiences. What could be better than that?
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~ SPECIAL EVENTS ~
TOUR OF LIGHTS . Thru Saturday, Dec 31
- 6:30 to 9:30 pm each evening
- Driving tour starts at Stemmons/Valley View
- Free and open to the public with donations accepted
- Historical Park portion closed Dec 25, 31 & Mondays
SANTA HOUSE CALLS . Mon - Sat, Dec 12 - 24
- Thru Community Recreation Center (limited to homes w/in 5-mile radius)
- Santa delivers presents provided in advance by parents (15 minute visits)
SANTA VISIT @ Library . Wednesday, Dec 14
- 6:30 pm @ Manske Library
- Santa reads "The Night Before Christmas"
- Cookie decorating
- The Grinch to stop by
- Free and open to the public
~ SPECIAL HOURS ~
CHRISTMAS EVE . Saturday, Dec 24
- Manske Library open 10 am to 6 pm
- Rec Center open 7 am to 5 pm
- Historical Park open 12 to 6 pm
- ALL OTHER OFFICES & FACILITIES CLOSED
CHRISTMAS DAY . Sunday, Dec 25
- ALL OFFICES & FACILITIES CLOSED
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY . Monday, Dec 26
- MOST FACILITIES CLOSED
- Rec Center open 6 am to 5 pm
- Historical Park open 8 am to 5 pm
- No garbage collection
NEW YEAR'S EVE . Saturday, Dec 31
- Manske Library open 10 am to 6 pm
- Rec Center open 7 am to 5 pm
- Historical Park open 12 to 6 pm
- Senior Center open 1 to 5 pm
- ALL OTHER OFFICES & FACILITIES CLOSED
NEW YEAR'S DAY . Sunday, Jan 1
- ALL OFFICES & FACILITIES CLOSED
NEW YEAR'S HOLIDAY . Monday, Jan 2
- MOST FACILITIES CLOSED
- Rec Center open 6 am to 5 pm
- Historical Park open 8 am to 5 pm
- No garbage collection
All hours and events are subject to change
Call 972.247.3131 for questions or verification of hours or events
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Remembering Pearl Harbor +70
Staff Photo by Tom Bryson
Farmers Branch Mayor Bill Glancy addresses the crowd assembled on a cold morning to remember the events, 70 years earlier, of December 7, 1941 when the U.S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor came under attack, precipitating United States entry into World War II. Mayor Glancy and members of the City Council unveiled a plaque on the walkway at Liberty Plaza commemorating the event.
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Voluntary water conservation measures go into effect January 1
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Upon the request of the Dallas Water Utilities, the City's water provider,  Farmers Branch City Manager Gary Greer has announced "Voluntary Water Conservation" measures, as specified in stage 1 of the City's Drought Contingency Plan, will be initiated January 1. Stage 1 voluntary conservation calls for reductions in: > Frequency of watering new and first-year landscaping and foundations. > Frequency of washing or rinsing of vehicles and recommended use of bucket/container, handheld hose with positive shutoff valve or commercial car wash. > Excessive runoff from landscape areas. > Frequency in draining and refilling of swimming pools and ornamental fountains. > Hosing off paved areas, buildings, windows or other surfaces. All other non-essential water use. "We're relying on citizens to voluntarily continue to reduce water use when and where they can, according to these guidelines," he said. "Although January 1 will be the official implementation date, we're always asking our residents to be water smart. "Use what you need and save the rest."
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Firehouse Theatre's Christmas dinner show set this weekend
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Soon to be a tenant of old Fire Station No. 1, the all-new Firehouse Theatre has planned its inaugural performance in December.
Broadway performers John Wilkerson and Margaret Shafer will join other Metroplex performers in "The Firehouse Theatre Christmas Spectacular," December 16-18 at Victoria's restaurant, 13435 Bee Street. Tickets are $35 for adults, $32 for seniors and $30 for students. For more information, call 469.522.0766 or e-mail info@thefirehousetheatre.com. |
Traffic expected to pick up for Tour of Lights thru Dec 31
FARMERS BRANCH ~ As the holidays draw closer, traffic for the Farmers Branch Christmas Tour of Lights is expected to be on the increase. Anyone wanting to take in the 300,000 bulbs of the tour are advised to make an early start to avoid crowds.
The driving tour begins at the intersection of Stemmons Freeway at Valley View and follows the signs down William Dodson to City Hall then around to the Farmers Branch Historical Park.
Admission is free with donations accepted by the non-profit groups at the park. The Historical Park section of the driving tour will be closed December 25 & 31, along with Mondays. The Tour concludes on New Year's Eve.
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Pet adoption gift certificates available for holiday giving
FARMERS BRANCH ~ As a non-traditional option for gift-giving this holiday season, the Farmers Branch Animal Adoption Center is offering Pet Adoption Gift Certificates.
Each $80 gift certificate includes the adoption of an animal, sterilization, rabies and pre-selected vaccinations, microchip and free vet examination. For more information, call the Animal Adoption Center at 972.919.8770.
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Zoning Board of Adjustment
@ City Hall, 7 pm
MON / DEC 19
Senior Dance
TUE / DEC 20City Council Meeting
@ City Hall, 6 pm
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LBJ Express is the name given to the five-year project that will renovate and expand capacity for Interstate 635, the LBJ freeway, from Central Expressway to Stemmons Freeway through parts of Dallas and Farmers Branch. Begun in 2011, the project team updates its status, and lane closure information weekly, including weekend bridge construction that could have serious traffic impacts.
For More, Click Here
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www.lbjexpress.com
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Branch Bulletin is the 
recipient of the 2011
TAMI Award
for Best
E-Newsletter in Texas, bestowed by the Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers
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 Coming Next Week
Is this beautiful artwork by one of the landscape masters?Did it come from a museum?
No, but you'll soon find it at the Manske Library ... and not in the gallery.
Find Out More in
Next Week's Branch Bulletin
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About the City of Farmers Branch
Located on the northwest border of the City of Dallas, Farmers Branch is a vibrant and vital community with a residential population of 28,800 but a daytime population of 66,000. The City's 28 parks and lush greenbelts feature nationally-acclaimed, award-winning soccer fields, football facilities as well as baseball and softball complexes. The Farmers Branch Historical Park allows residents to step back in time and the John F. Burke Nature Preserve offers the opportunity to experience a real, 104-acre wilderness in the middle of one of the busiest metro areas of the world. The City's location in the geographical center of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, only 15 minutes away from both DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field, make Farmers Branch an ideal location for residents and for business. For more information about Farmers Branch, visit www.farmersbranch.info or call 972.919.2515.
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