Most City facilities closed Good Friday, no garbage pickup
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Most City offices and facilities, including
the Citizen Collection Center, will be closed on Good Friday, March 25. There will be no garbage pickup that day. The only exceptions will be the Margaret Young Natatorium and the Community Recreation Center (both open from 6 a.m. until 5 p.m.) and the Farmers Branch Historical Park, open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All City facilities are closed on Easter Sunday, March 27.
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Hundreds of blue recycling carts were staged earlier this week for delivery that began today.
Recycling cart delivery now underway, program starts April 4
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Recycling cart delivery to Farmers Branch residences began Wednesday with about 3,000 expected to be delivered to areas east of Webb Chapel by the end of the day.
Officials said neighborhoods west of Webb Chapel will receive the 95-gallon rolling carts Thursday with Friday reserved for finishing up.
The new curbside recycling program begins in Farmers Branch the week of April 4.
When rolled out for pickup, containers should be placed near the same location as trash collection (curb or alley) behind the curb line and will be collected according to the schedule map at fbrecycles.com. Carts must be returned to their storage location by 9 a.m. the day after service.
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Accepted Materials
- Plastic containers (#s 1-5 & 7)
- Newspapers
- Aluminum, steel and tin containers
- Glass bottles & containers
- Corrugated cardboard & boxboard & mixed paper
Not Accepted Materials
- Paper towels, facial & toilet tissue
- Plastic bags & packaging
- Wax coated paper drink containers, food & wet waste
- Paper, plastic & styrofoam serving items
- Grass clippings and shredded paper
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The curbside recycling program is free to Farmers Branch residents.
There will be a grace period until October 1 for installation of proper screening.
Fines for solid waste ordinance violations will range up to $500. However, City officials emphasize that residents will have ample opportunity to learn about proper storage and correct any issues. Fines will not be assessed except for multiple repeat violations.
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WHAT HAPPENS TO RECYCLABLES AFTER THEY ARE PICKED UP?
City Staff recently visited the Community Waste Disposal's Material Recovery Facility (MRF or MuRF) to find out what happens to recyclable materials after they are picked up from residents. Find out more in this exclusive video extra:
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"Meet the MuRF"
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"Farmers Branch is Excited About Recycling!"
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TRASH COLLECTION
will continue the same twice weekly schedule on the same days and from the same location either in front of or behind homes (with alley access). This service remains free for Farmers Branch residents, except that the City will no longer provide trash sacks. Paper or plastic trash sacks can be purchased at most hardware and grocery stores. For more information, call 972.919.2597.
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Public Safety training ongoing at City-owned building
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The obsolete, City-owned building, just north of Fire Station No. 1, at 13605 Webb Chapel, will be the site of continuing Public Safety training exercises through Saturday, March 26, in advance of demolition next week.
Neighbors and others in the area should not be alarmed by the appearance of heavy Farmers Branch Police or Fire Department presence or activity at that location.
The building is slated for demolition the week of March 28.
A developer had proposed a senior living project on the adjacent property, but has decided to seek an alternate location for that project. The City will continue to work with developers on the prospect of placing single-family homes on the tract.
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Residents should be alert for phone scams
FARMERS BRANCH ~ As local elderly residents are noticing an increase in the number of unsolicited sales calls during daytime hours, Farmers Branch Police officials urge all residents to be wary and not to give financial or credit card information over the phone.
"Some calls may come from legitimate businesses," explained Police Chief Sid Fuller. "But, in order to be sure, it is a good idea to never do business over the phone, especially when someone asks for banking or credit card numbers."
Chief Fuller said the stories can sometimes be very convincing, preying on compassion for military families or law enforcement.
"If anyone ever has a concern about a call like that, they should give us a call and let us look into it," he concluded.
The Farmers Branch Police Department can be reached at 972.484.3620.
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Vintage Base Ball Festival set April 2
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Playing America's pasttime by 1860s rules, the Farmers Branch Mustangs will host their second annual Vintage Base Ball Festival at the Farmers Branch Historical Park on Saturday, April 2.
Vintage teams from around the area will play a round-robin tournament using uniforms, equipment and rules from the 19th century, when the game was born. The public is invited to attend and admission is free. Call 972.406.0184.
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Electric Guitar Ensemble to play Library
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The Brookhaven College Electric Guitar Ensemble will play a concert at the Farmers Branch Manske Library on Saturday, April 2 at 2 p.m.
Using skills that are traditionally emphasized in orchestra and band programs, these artists will perform works from various genres including jazz, pop, rock, blues, folk and classical.
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Household shredding coming at City Hall
FARMERS BRANCH ~ In addition to the start of the recycling program in April, the City of Farmers Branch has announced the first of two document shredding events has been planned for Saturday, April 2.
A shredding truck will be on hand at Farmers Branch City Hall from 9 a.m. until 12 noon to accept household document destruction from Farmers Branch residents. Organizers emphasize this is for residential use and should not be used for commercial or home-based businesses.
The service is free to Farmers Branch residents. Proof of Farmers Branch residency may be required.
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Adult coloring books soothe stress
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The staff at the Farmers Branch Manske Library encourage adults to "color away the stress" on Monday, March 28 at 12 noon with coloring books designed for adults.
The new program is designed to be an hour of fun, relaxation and coloring. Supplies will be provided by the Library. "Patrons only need bring their imaginations," one Library staffer said.
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City staff prepares for mosquito season
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Mosquito season is coming soon and Farmers Branch staff is already preparing.
As in years past, Farmers Branch will implement its Integrated Mosquito Management (IMM) program. Resident participation and involvement is crucial to the success of the IMM program.
Additionally, Environmental Health staff will be working closely with Code Enforcement to address stagnant pools and properties that have the potential to become mosquito breeding grounds.
Residents are reminded to drain standing water, wear insect repellent with DEET, and avoid going outside at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are most active. Report standing water to 972.919.2536. To learn more about the city's mosquito program, visit farmersbranchtx.gov/mosquito.
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Last day to register to vote in City Council election is April 7
DALLAS ~ The Dallas County Elections Department advises that the final day that Farmers Branch residents can register to vote in the May City Council election is Thursday, April 7.
 The positions of Mayor and members of the City Council are elected to three-year terms on a staggered basis with two positions up for election each year. Five City Council members are elected from geographically drawn single member districts while the Mayor is elected at-large. In 2016, the two positions up for election are City Council Districts 1 & 4. In District 1, Ana Reyes is running unopposed. In District 4, Chuck Zubarik and Terry Lynne are running for the seat. Early voting will take place at Dallas County Early Voting locations, including Farmers Branch City Hall, April 25 to May 3. Election Day is May 7. For more information on registering to vote, contact the Dallas County Elections office at dallascountyvotes.org
CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES
(listed by ballot position)
Ana Reyes
Chuck Zubarik
Terry Lynne
EARLY VOTING
LAST DAY TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN MAY 7 ELECTION: April 7
ELECTION DAY: May 7, from 7 am to 7 pm
LOOKUP HELP
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Volume 6 | Edition 12 | Number 265
Wednesday, March 24, 2016
Branch Bulletin
is published weekly by the Communications Office of the
City of Farmers Branch, Texas since March 5, 2011
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FARMERS BRANCH ~ In accordance with White House proclamation, all flags on all City facilities and grounds have been lowered to half-staff in honor and in memory of the victims of Tuesday's terrorist attacks in Brussels, Belgium.
Flags will remain at half-staff through the weekend.
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VIDEO 
Extras
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Economic Development 4th Quarter Update & Year in Review
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FBPD 'Open Carry Law' Meeting Presentation
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Improvements continue on 'The Grove' to accommodate the new Farmers Branch Market, set to open this May.
Photo by Tom Bryson
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Applications are being accepted for membership on several of the City's volunteer advisory boards and commissions, according to City Secretary Amy Piukana.
Currently, the following boards have vacancies:
Community Watch Committee
Senior Advisory Board
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MARCH 25
GOOD FRIDAY HOLIDAY
Most City facilities including Citizen Collection Center closed
No garbage collection
Natatorium open 6 am - 5 pm
Rec Center open 6 am - 5 pm
Historical Park open 8 am - 5 pm
972.247.3131
MARCH 27
EASTER SUNDAY
All City facilities closed
972.247.3131
All events & meetings are subject to change. Call listed numbers or 972.247.3131 for verification or more information.
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APRIL 2
SHREDDING EVENT
9 am to 12 noon @ City Hall
FB Residents only
972.247.3131
APRIL 5
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6 pm @ City Hall
LIVE on FBTV
972.247.3131
APRIL 5 & 12
AARP Tax Help
10 am to 3 pm
By appointment
972.919.8740
APRIL 13
TELL IT TO THE MAYOR
3 to 6 pm @ City Hall
Open office hours with
Mayor Bob Phelps
972.247.3131
APRIL 19
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6 pm @ City Hall
LIVE on FBTV
972.247.3131
APRIL 23
DATE NIGHT in the PARK
5:30 pm @ FB Historical Park
Free Admission
972.919.2620
APRIL 27
TELL IT TO THE MAYOR
3 to 6 pm @ City Hall
Open office hours with
Mayor Bob Phelps
972.247.3131
All events & meetings are subject to change. Call listed numbers or 972.247.3131 for verification or more information.
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An historic community in the geographic center of the DFW Metroplex, Farmers Branch boasts a residential population of 28,800 and a daytime employment population of 66,000. Located on the northwest border of the City of Dallas, the City's 27 parks and lush greenbelts feature nationally-acclaimed, award-winning soccer fields, football facilities as well as baseball and softball complexes. The city's location in the center of the Metroplex and only 15 minutes away from both DFW Airport and Love Field, along with the 2,200 hotel rooms within the city, make Farmers Branch an ideal location for residents and for business. For more information on the City of Farmers Branch, visit
lovethebranch.com or call 972.247.3131.
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