Greetings!
 Welcome to the City of Burleson, Texas, E-Newsletter! You are one of more than 1,000 subscribers (we hit the 1,000 mark over the Fourth of July weekend) who want to be in the loop and stay informed about what's happening in city government in Burleson! If you've missed an issue of the E-Newsleter, go to the archive, http://tinyurl.com/my5ak7 on the City web site, www.burlesontx.com. If you have questions or suggestions about City programs, services and events, call the public information office at 817-426-9622. |
Check out the pictures from the City's Fourth of July concert and fireworks!  |
Job seekers, pre-register for two free workforce programs slated for July 22
The Burleson Public Library (248 S.W. Johnson Ave.) will host  a Workforce Development program presented by the North Texas Regional Library System on Thursday, July 22. "Resumes, Cover Letters and Interviewing Tips" is the 10:30 a.m. offering and "How To Look for a Job Online" is the 2 p.m. offering. These one-time only programs are for job seekers looking to improve their skills. Classes last approximately two hours. Laptop computers will be provided. Classes are free, but you must pre-register by calling 817-426-9207. There is a limit of 16 participants per class. |
 Lion Club's Fourth of July parade made it through the raindrops
There were brief spurts of rain, but that didn't stop the 6th Annual Burleson Lions Club "Stars & Stripes Forever ~ Honoring Heroes in Uniform" Fourth of July Parade on Saturday, July 3. Fire trucks, military vehicles, Boy Scouts, children on floats and bicycles and in strollers, motorcyclists, civic clubs, horses, and even a dog participated. The parade honored the nation's independence and those who have served and are serving our country in the military. Go to http://tinyurl.com/2f3u8fj for more pictures. |
 Burleson's BRiCk offers its members five free fitness classes Monday, July 12
If you are a member of the Burleson Recreation Center (the BRiCk) and you want to try some classes, then Monday, July 12, is the day for you with five fitness classes, all free. Free fitness classes are offered to members every day but Sunday, between 6:15 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. This week's offerings include Biggest Loser, Beachbody (P90X and Insanity), water aerobics, Pilates, and even classes for pre-teens. Go to http://tinyurl.com/2d3djmk. For the July 12-17 schedule that also includes instructor-based classes that charge a fee, go to http://tinyurl.com/26w9ld9 on the City website. For more about hours, classes and memberships, call the Burleson Recreation Center, 817-426-9104. |
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Patrol cars, motorcycles, and big, big trucks . . . City employees share them all with children at Burleson Public Library
 Children who attended the Burleson Public Library's free July 1 program featuring the Burleson Police Department had fun hitting the siren buttons, sounding the horns, seeing their friends on in-car video, sitting on a police motorcycle and in a patrol car, and even trying on a bulletproof vest and helmet. On July 15, it's the City's Public Works department's turn, and they are bringing in the big trucks to show the children, 12 years old and younger. The free July 15 program starts at 11 a.m. For more, call the library (248 S.W. Johnson Ave.) at 817-426-9210.
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Games, pizza and 'Tooth Fairy' highlight BRiCk's Parents Night Out July 17
Do you need a "Parents Night Out?" Call the Burleson  Recreation Center, then make your own child-free plans for Saturday, July 17. Kids (6-12 years old) will play team and individual games, create a craft, play Wii or PS3 games and eat pizza. The fun also includes the movie, "Tooth Fairy" starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as a minor league hockey player who is sentenced to one week's hard labor as the real tooth fairy. Children can be dropped off as early as 4:30 p.m. on July 17 and must be picked up no later then 9:30 p.m. (late fee of $10 for every 10 minutes). The cost for Parents Night Out is $10 for BRiCk members and $15 for non-members. Call 817-426-9104 and reserve your child's place. |
Engraving pen, camera and notebook are good crime prevention investments
Protecting valuables from theft is as easy and inexpensive as investing in an electric engraving pen, a camera and a notebook. Inscribe your name or a number (not your entire driver's license number, Social Security number or date of birth) on your most valuable items, take pictures of each item, and record the information. If your property is stolen, the Burleson Police Department subscribes to a service called LeadsOnline. LeadsOnline is an internet-based pawn program in which pawn shops nationwide upload their transactions. Burleson Police enter the property information from the theft report into LeadsOnline. If property is identified as stolen it is seized and a property hearing is scheduled in Burleson Municipal Court. For more, go to http://tinyurl.com/34maabg. |
Catch what you missed of the July 6 city council meeting on  streaming video!
Did you miss the July 6 Burleson City Council meeting? Check out the streaming video at http://tinyurl.com/y88gd3d. Watch the video from the 5:30 p.m work session and the 7 p.m. council meeting. If you want to see the discussion of a specific topic, click on that agenda item. If you are near a computer when the meeting starts, you can also watch the meeting live by clicking on the "live" button. |
Check out the June Progress Report! If you have a utility account with the City, you received Burleson's 16-page June Burleson Progress Report in your mailbox. Find out what's happening Fourth of July weekend, Teen Court's one-year anniversary, the redesign of the City website, Bricks for Veterans program, CERT training, profiles of your newest council members, top public safety awards, City construction projects and what the library has in store for you this summer. To see what it's all about, go to http://tinyurl.com/3xm9zhf on the City of Burleson web site. |
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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Have a great 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! On Thursday, the number of fans topped 2,500! The City of Burleson, Texas, Facebook page was launched June 19, 2009. Check it out and tell us what you think! Comment on the wall posts and the photo albums and start your own discussion thread. Click on the Facebook icon on the City web site at www.burlesontx.com. |
Children 6-12 years old will learn how to draw, shade, and color blend with pastels in the July 13-15 Young Rembrandts' Pastel Drawing Workshop at the Burleson Recreation Center. Class is 10 a.m.-noon. The cost is $75 for BRiCk members and $85 for non-members. Call 817-426-9104. | | |
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Youth between 14 and 20 who have a serious interest in law enforcement should check out the Burleson Police Explorer Post #4911. Training, competition, service and practical experiences are rolled into a curriculum that includes character  development, physical fitness and good citizenship. Youth must have passing grades and not be under the supervision of any criminal court . Youth from the surrounding area are welcome to apply. Go to http://tinyurl.com/396w8jv. |
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Are your children interested in dancing and tumbling? The next Tuesday and Friday sessions start July 13 and July 16 at the BRiCk. The cost is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Classes for children 18 months-8 years old take place between 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Children 18 months to 12 years old are in class 12:30 p.m.-4 p.m. on Fridays. Choose from tapping, tumbling, ballet, and hip hop jazz. Call 817-426-9104. |
 Let's get some more cats adopted this week from the Burleson Animal Shelter! This is Shane and Sadie (there is a sibling named Speedy). The kittens are approximately 4 months old and are gentle and very loving. Any or all of the kittens would make a wonderful addition to a good home. For more, go to http://tinyurl.com/pnnbtt or call the shelter at 817-426-9283. |
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The hours for the Burleson Recreation Center are 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday-Friday; 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday; and
1 p.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday. The summer schedule for the indoor pool is at http://tinyurl.com/2uy56b5 on the City website. The outdoor pool is open 1 p.m.-8 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; 1 p.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday; and is closed Monday. If you have questions about hours, memberships, or classes, call the BRiCk, 817-426-9104. |
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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 website. Go to http://tinyurl.com/mmhcek. The new number for the Burleson Recreation Center is 817-426-9104. |
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