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Taking the initiative earns Hunter Firefighter of the Year honors
Twenty-seven-year-old Kevin Hunter has worked at three fire departments and has a lengthy list of certifications but it is initiative that earned him the Firefighter of the Year honor at the Burleson Fire Department's awards banquet. Hunter's lieutenant said Hunter "goes beyond the normal duties that are given. He and his fellow firefighters handle medical reports, assist with bunker gear, do pre-plans at businesses, and handle inspection duties. Not only does he complete what is required of him, but he and the crew take on extra projects that will better the whole department." More |
City celebrates Centennial year of incorporation with plethora of events
The year 2012 marks the 100th anniversary, or Centennial, of the incorporation of the City of Burleson as a town. The City is celebrating that milestone with a list of events that are sure to peak the interest of residents and tourists. The list includes the dedication of Centennial Park, a book signing for the City-commissioned episodic historical novel, the dedication of the Military Veterans Grove, and the finale - a black tie affair gala to wrap up the City's centennial year. City-sponsored Centennial events stretch from February through December 2012. Read More |
 Fire Officer of Year recognized for leadership and knowledge
Professionalism, leadership, and knowledge were words used to describe Burleson Fire Lt. Jeremiah Lozier, who was awarded the department's Fire Officer of the Year honor at the annual fire banquet Jan. 14. Lozier, a career firefighter with Burleson since November 1999, was described by fellow firefighter Bill Buchanan - who worked with the lieutenant on the Aug. 3, 2011, tower rescue - as a fire officer who "had confidence in the crew he was working with and allowed them to function freely to their maximum potential. During public appearances since the rescue, he has represented the department with true professionalism." Read More |
Silver Alert brought missing man home
The Silver Alert issued Tuesday that brought a missing Burleson senior citizen home within 10 hours of his disappearance was the result of a team effort including the man's family, Burleson Police Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) implemented the Silver Alert Network after Sept. 1, 2007. The network assists law enforcement in the recovery of missing senior citizens statewide. Silver Alerts resemble those issued for abducted children (Amber Alert). Law enforcement agencies must meet all six criteria in order to request that DPS broadcast a Silver Alert on highway signs. Read More |
Successful pet adoptions hinge on training and socialization
A successful pet adoption largely depends on the behavior of the dog once it is in its new home. For that reason, the Burleson Animal Shelter is joining with the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) to promote January 2012 as Train Your Dog Month. January was chosen because so many dogs and puppies are adopted or purchased and brought home during the winter holidays. The goal is to promote using training methods that are kind, gentle and have an emphasis on building a relationship with your dog. In 2011, the Burleson Animal Shelter adopted out 415 dogs. Of that, 66 were returned. The most prevalent reasons were unrealistic expectations, the owner was moving, behavior issues, the dog was too active, family was allergic to the pet, and the dog was destructive outside. Read More |
Centennial bookmarks highlight mayors from last 100 years of City government
The Friends of the Burleson Public Library and the Burleson Heritage Foundation have partnered to create Centennial bookmarks to mark the 100th anniversary of the City's incorporation. The bookmarks are limited edition, with a new one produced each month. Approximately 300 will be printed monthly, with 150 distributed at the Burleson Public Library and 150 at the Burleson Visitors Center. You can take home a bookmark for a suggested donation of $1. The January bookmark features the City's first mayor, George W. Bransom, who served 1912-1921 and again, 1924-1933. The bookmark also features the Renfro-Clark Home, which was the first home for the Burleson Public Library. Subsequent bookmarks will feature all mayors who have served Burleson. Read More |
Firefighters honored for saving a life, years of service and battling grass fires
Two Burleson firefighters, Hank Walker and Lt. Duane Wines, were honored for 10 years of service, two were honored for five  years of service, and 10 for saving the life of a worker stranded more than 700 feet up on a cell phone tower. Almost a dozen firefighters were also recognized for their help in battling grass fires through the TIFMAS (Texas Intrastate Fire Mutual Aid System) program. Firefighters responded for two-five day stretches to Jacksboro, Merkle, Robert Lee and Cass County. The Burleson firefighters were applauded for their service in 2011 during the annual awards banquet Jan. 14. Read More |
New session of tumbling and dance classes start Feb. 2 at the BRiCk
Let the dancing and tumbling begin! The BRiCk is hosting Tuesday, Thursday and Friday dance and tumbling sessions beginning Feb. 2. There are four classes per session. The Tuesday classes are Feb. 7-28, between 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Thursday classes are Feb. 2-23, between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. And the Friday classes are Feb. 3-24, between 12:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. BRiCk members pay $27 per session. Non-members pay $34. For more, go to the Dance & Tumbling page on the City website. |
 Tickets for annual Father/Daughter and Mother/Son Valentine dance on sale nowFathers and daughters, mothers and sons, reserve Saturday, Feb. 11, for the City's annual Father/Daughter and Mother/Son Valentine Dance! The event takes place 6 p.m.-9 p.m at the BRiCk. Tickets will go on sale Jan. 10 at the BRiCk, 550 N.W. Summercrest Blvd. Pre-event tickets are $15 per couple or $25 at the door. The ticket price covers the dinner, dance, corsages and pictures. For more information, call the BRiCk at 817-426-9106. To volunteer for the event, call Paula Benjamin at 817-295-6611 or email Paula Benjamin. |
Dine at Fresco's and help youth raise money for youth summit in Garland
Members of the Mayor's Youth Council are partnering with Fresco's Cocina Mexicana on Tuesday, Jan. 24, in a fundraiser for the youth council. Make sure you have a copy of the Mayor's Youth Council fundraising flyer when you dine in at the Old Town restaurant between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Jan. 24. Present that flyer to the waiter or waitress when you are presented with the bill and the council will receive 15 percent of the proceeds from that bill. The flyer also gives diners a chance to buy an order of fajitas for two and receive a free order of sopaipillas. The event is to raise money to help Mayor's Youth Council members attend the Texas Youth Advisory Commission Summit in Garland. Read More |
If you can't make it to a Burleson City Council meeting, watch it on video
Do you want to know how a vote or discussion went at a Burleson City Council meeting or budget workshop? View the video, live or at your leisure, on the City website. Click on the meeting date, then click on the item you are interested in. There is also a tab for streaming video of the Planning and Zoning Commission. Official minutes of council and commission meetings and workshops and work sessions are not posted on the City website until the council/commission members have approved those minutes at their next scheduled meeting. |
Contact your councilmember, City staff Do you need to contact councilmembers, city manager's office, municipal court, environmental services, or utility customer service? The name, title, phone number and email for every councilmember and City staff member is on the City website, www.burlesontx.com. Simply click on Contact Us at the bottom of the home page. |
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