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Spazmatics kick off free Hot Sounds of  Summer concert series tonight
Do you like 80's music? How about Elvis Presley rockabilly? Classic country shuffles and ballads? Stevie Ray Vaughn and Beatles' tunes? Then you are in for a treat, a free treat, when the Hot Sounds of Summer concert series hits Old Town May 28. The Spazmatics with "the ultimate new wave '80s show," kick off the Friday night series at 7:30 p.m. at the corner of Ellison and Wilson streets. The Spazmatics are a rockin' band that energizes audiences with their 90-minute show. All you have to bring is your blanket or chair. And, reserve every Friday through June 25 for the rest of the Hot Sounds of Summer concerts. |
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Raised medians will be added on both sides of the tracks starting June 1
The construction of raised medians on Alsbury Boulevard, adjacent to the Union Pacific Railroad crossing, will start Tuesday, June 1. The construction should take approximately  one week. The inside lanes will be closed during the day when construction is underway. The intent of the raised medians (raised concrete medians 7-inches in height) on both sides of the track is to prevent drivers from going around the crossing arms that have been activated by Union Pacific trains and maintenance equipment approaching the intersection. The project will be funded through the Traffic Safety Program Fund (revenues from the automated red light enforcement program) of the Burleson Police Department. Go to http://tinyurl.com/2wy4359. |
If you don't click it, expect a ticket
Buckle up, every rider, every time. The Burleson Police Department is participating in the Texas Department of Transportation's Click It or Ticket campaign, May 24-June 6. Since 2009, all passengers (including adults) in the back seat now must be buckled up, and children younger than 8 years old have to ride in a child safety seat or booster seat unless they are 4 feet 9 inches tall. For more about the laws, go to http://www.texasclickitorticket.com/. For the press release, go to http://tinyurl.com/23muf9n. |
 Percussionist kicks off Summer Reading Club June 5
The Burleson Public Library's Summer Reading Club will kick off in a big way June 5 with Mark Shelton and his High Energy Percussion Party. The percussionist will bring the City stage to life at 10 a.m. during the grand opening of the Burleson Recreation Center. His 45-minute show includes more than a dozen instruments. While Shelton is outside, library staff members and volunteers will be inside the center signing up children, ages 3-11 and 12-18, for the annual Summer Reading Club. You can also sign up at the library on June 5. Staff and volunteers will also help attendees sign up for a library card. Cards are free if you live in Burleson or own property inside Burleson's city limits. Go to http://tinyurl.com/36ytd8c or call the library at 817-426-9210. |
Veteran histories are focus of Operation  Remember kickoff
On Memorial Day, honor guards from the police department and fire department will present the colors, lay a wreath, provide a firing party and play taps in tribute to military veterans as Burleson Mayor Ken Shetter kicks off Operation Remember. The ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 31, at Veterans Memorial Park at 298 E. Renfro St. in Old Town. The goal of Operation Remember is to archive the histories of local veterans as told by the veteran or by the veteran's family. During the kickoff, the mayor will outline how local histories will be made available for viewing both online and through an interactive kiosk at the park. Go to http://tinyurl.com/3x2jnj6. |
 Challenges, fitness demonstrations, and band abound at June 5 BRiCk grand opening
The Burleson Recreation Center will be rocking at noon on Saturday, June 5, as the classic rock band Silver Rail takes to the stage during the grand opening of the BRiCk. The band, with Assistant Director of Public Works Rey Gonzales as lead vocalist, will be playing on the City's outdoor stage at 550 N.W. Summercrest Blvd. The grand opening celebration kicks off at 10 a.m., with the Police Fitness Challenge and tours of the center, a rock climbing and bouldering demonstration at 10:30 a.m., fitness class demonstrations, Splash Day celebration at the pool, and even Patches and Pumper from the fire marshal's office. The ribbon cutting ceremony begins at 11 a.m., followed by free hot dogs and root beer floats. Go to http://tinyurl.com/2bjwcyr. |
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Verify state identification of door-to-door residential alarm company solicitors
May to August is the prime selling season for companies who want to get your residential alarm business. The Texas Burglar and Fire Alarm Association has highlighted the red flags that homeowners should listen for when someone comes knocking at your door, such as pressuring the consumer to make a decision quickly and offering a substantial discount for placing an alarm sign on the property. Homeowners should always ask for the salesperson's Department of Public Safety private security bureau pocket identification card, a business card from the alarm company that the salesperson claims to represent, and the company's local phone number. To see if a company is licensed and to verify the DPS identification, go to http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/psb. For tips and red flags, go to http://tinyurl.com/2ual5jy |
 Some streets will close May 29 to make way for Burleson Honey Tour bicycle ride
Some Burleson streets will be closed May 29, when the Burleson Honey Tour bicycle ride cycles through town. Roads that will be closed starting at 6 a.m. include Irene Street from Southwest Dian Street to Southwest Gregory Street as well as Southwest Lena Street at Irene. Temporary or short closures include Southwest Dian at Southwest Johnson Avenue (this will be closed as needed for staging of the bicyclists), Southwest Dian at Irene (also closed as needed for staging of the bicyclists), and Southeast Gregory at Irene - both sides of the intersection - just prior to the 8 a.m. rally start. For more, go to http://tinyurl.com/33tqtlp. |
 Play a round of golf then cool off in the pool May 31If you are looking for some place to cool off on Memorial Day, look no further than the Burleson Recreation Center's new outdoor pool! The pool at 550 N.W. Summercrest Blvd., will be open 1 p.m.-8 p.m. on Monday, May 31. The recreation center will be closed. All City facilities - with the exception of Hidden Creek Golf Course, the police department and the fire stations - will be closed May 31. The golf course will be open 6 a.m.-8 p.m. There will be no trash and no curbside recycling collection that Monday. For a list of regular hours at City facilities, go to http://tinyurl.com/2c3l79q. |
Have you seen the parks and recreation Summer 2010  Community Guide? Have you seen the Summer 2010 Community Guide put together by the City's parks and recreation department and library? It is full of information about the new recreation center and the classes and camps offered, the Hot Sounds of Summer concert series, and the special events slated for the Burleson Public Library. To see the Community Guide, go to http://tinyurl.com/24bxlqg on the City web site, www.burlesontx.com. |
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Check out the March Burleson Progress Report . . . next one comes out in June! If you have a utility account with the City, you
received Burleson's 16-page March Burleson Progress Report in your mailbox during spring break. Find out about H-E-B, Cinco, the Hot Sounds of Summer concert series, free academies for kids and adults, the Father/Daughter Mother/Son Valentine's Dance, the Trash-Off, Mayor's Book Club and the May city council election. To see what it's all about, go to http://tinyurl.com/yb9er94 on the City of Burleson web site. |
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Enjoy your weekend!
Sally Ellertson
City of Burleson
Public Information Officer |
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Check out this link to Weather Underground on the City's web site. Find the forecast, air quality, and even see what the weather will be like for your favorite outdoor activities. http://tinyurl.com/l7xabw.
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The City has a Facebook page! Check it out, join the more than 2,185 fans, and tell us what you think! Comment on the wall posts and start your own discussion thread. Click on the Facebook icon on the City web site at www.burlesontx.com. |
| The emergency management staff will be testing the Outdoor Warning System (OWS) sirens on Wednesday, June 2, at 1 p.m. The audible message indicates that it is only a test. Sirens will not be tested if threatening weather is on the horizon. |
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Your neighbors got the household hazardous waste out of their homes May 22 through the Household Hazardous Waste event at the City's old service center. Approximately 137 households participated. The event also included electronic recycling, coordinated by E-Waste Collections. Approximately 2,800 pounds of electronics were recycled. The event was possible through the efforts of the City's environmental services division, the City of Fort Worth's Crud Cruiser, and assistance from the Burleson Fire Department, parks department and CERT volunteers. To see more pictures, go to http://tinyurl.com/34aajkm. |
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What's coming up next week in the Hot Sounds of Summer concert series in Old Town? Check out Victor Trevino Jr. on Friday, June 4, 7:30 p.m., at the corner of Ellison and Wilson streets. Landon Dodd is up on June 11, Voodoo Blue is playing June 18, and Eight Arms to Hold You will entertain June 25. The 90-minute concerts are free. Go to http://tinyurl.com/32ld4ar. |
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Registration for Summer Softball 2010 ends Friday, June 4. Players will start fielding balls the week of June 14. The cost is $300 per team. Co-recreational games are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. There are two men's church leagues on Tuesday. Men's league games are Monday-Thursday. Registration hours are 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Call Paula Benjamin, 817-295-6611.
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 Local military veterans can be immortalized with a brick at the City's Veterans Memorial Park at 298 W. Renfro. Go to the Burleson Public Library, 248 S.W. Johnson, and request a Brick for Veterans form, or go to http://tinyurl.com/lnl42g.htm on
the library web site. The brick includes the name of the veteran, branch of service, and the name of the conflicts, if any. An engraved seal representing that veteran's branch of service is also included on the brick. The cost is $45 per brick. Call Amanda Goshey at 817-426-9210 or e-mail agoshey@burlesonlibrary.com. |
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 Do you have a question about City services or programs or a suggestion about what you would like to see happen? Pick up the phone or send us an e-mail! The Most Wanted City phone numbers; the numbers, addresses, and hours of operation for all City facilities; and e-mail addresses for city council and city management are on the City web site. Go to http://tinyurl.com/mmhcek. | | |
For a realistic perspective on professional policing, sign up for the Burleson Police Department's free Citizens Police Academy, which starts June 10, 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The 10-week class will take place every Thursday in the council chambers at Burleson City Hall. Graduation is Aug. 19. Several classes include "hands on" activities, however, none require strenuous activity. Applications are available at the police department, and must be turned in by 5 p.m. on June 4. Class size is limited to 25. Call Burleson Police Sgt. Brian O'Heren, 817-426-9881, or e-mail boheren@burlesontx.com. |
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