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Rain causes cancellation
of Tastes & Tunes May 19
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Unfortunately, due to continuing rainfall and the chance of more bad weather, City officials have made the decision to  cancel the Tastes & Tunes event set for Thursday, May 19.
However, staff is working diligently to get the event rescheduled, and will post the information as soon as it becomes available.
In the meantime, band selection for the other upcoming Tastes & Tunes events has been confirmed with the Beatles' tribute band, "Hard Night's Day" set to perform Thursday, June 16 and the Texas sounds of "Lone Star Attitude" on stage Thursday, July 21.
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Reyes, Lynne elected to office as City Council members
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Ana Reyes
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FARMERS BRANCH ~ Following Council action to declare results official from the May 7 City Election, Terry Lynne was sworn in Tuesday night to his elected position as City Councilmember from District 4.
Incumbent District 1 Councilmember Ana Reyes was re-elected without opposition but requested her inauguration be postponed to a later meeting. In the City Council District 1 election, Ana Reyes, running unopposed, received 50 votes. In the City Council District 4 election, Chuck Zubarik received 227 votes while Terry Lynne received 303 votes.
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Terry Lynne
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This is Ms. Reyes second term in office while Mr. Lynne replaces the retiring District 4 Councilmember Kirk Connally. Members of the Farmers Branch City Council, along with the Mayor, are elected to two-year terms on a staggered basis with two positions up for election each year.
Councilmembers are elected by the people of their geographic single member districts while the Mayor is elected at-large.
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Coffee with a Cop coming Saturday at Old City Cafe
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Many of Farmers Branch's finest will be available  for caffeine and conversation on Saturday, May 21 at the regular Coffee with a Cop opportunity for citizen interaction. This time, the recurring event will be hosted from 10 to 11 a.m. by the Old City Cafe, 12895 Josey Lane, Suite 128, in the southwest quadrant of the corner of Josey and Valley View Lanes.
For more information, call 972.919.9135.
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Planning meeting for JFB Nature Preserve asks for input
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Anyone interested in helping to plan the future of the John F. Burke Nature Preserve is encouraged to attend a Master Planning Meeting on Wednesday, May 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center.  The master planning / landscape architectural firm Dunaway and Associates will be on hand seeking community input and ideas for the 108-acre preserve.
Named after former Farmers Branch City Manager and longtime Parks and Recreation Director John F. Burke, the preserve is a joint venture between the City of Farmers Branch, the Valwood Improvement District and the North Texas Tollway Authority.
Nestled along the Elm Fork of the Trinity River on the western border of Farmers Branch, the preserve features a variety of terrain, marked trails and a picnic area.
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Dallas Wind Symphony to play Stars & Strings, May 28
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The summer kicks off in fine fashion on the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend, May 28, when Liberty Fest presents Stars & Strings, featuring the Dallas Wind Symphony in a concert under the stars at the Farmers Branch Historical Park.  Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. and admission is free. The event will also feature a free KidZone, tours of historic structures, concessions available for purchase and pre-ordered picnic baskets from Central Market.
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Citizen Bond Committee asks
'What can Farmers Branch do for you?'
FARMERS BRANCH ~ In asking residents for input and feedback on potential issues to be included in a future bond election, the City Council-approved Citizen Bond Committee is posing a single question - What can Farmers Branch do for you and your family to help make Farmers Branch an even better place to live, work and play?
The committee is asking residents to answer the question via several response options:
- Log on at farmersbranchtx.gov/bond to fill out a returnable form
- Mail to or stop by City Hall at 13000 William Dodson Parkway, Farmers Branch, TX 75234
- Call 972.919.1410 and leave a message
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Friday designated 'Bike to Work' day
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Pedal pushing is encouraged as National Bike to Work Day has been designated this Friday. As part of support for the overall Trail Master Plan, the Farmers Branch City Council designated May as National Bike Month in their meeting of May 3. Dallas Area Rapid Transit is encouraging area residents to bike-to-work on Friday and is setting up "Energizer Stations" at several DART stations, including Farmers Branch, where snacks, beverages and bike safety checks will be available.
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35Express to reopen northbound Valley View exit lane
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The 35Express construction group has announced their plan to reopen the northbound Valley View Lane exit ramp off of Interstate 35E during the overnight hours on Friday.
Responsible for the complete reconstruction of Interstate 35E from LBJ Freeway north to Highway 380 in Denton County, the 35Express group closed the northbound Valley View exit in February to facilitate work in the area.
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Most City offices to close for holiday
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Most City offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, May 30 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.
Exceptions will be the Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center and Historical Park, both open from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Also, the Margaret Young Natatorium will be open from 6 a.m. until 5 p.m. while the Frog Pond will continue its opening weekend that day from 1 until 6 p.m.
In a departure from previous years, there WILL be regular garbage and recycling pickup on Memorial Day.
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Kids get a night out May 21 at Rec Center
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Kids' Night Out is a fun-filled evening for children two and a half to 12 years of age set for May 21 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center, located at 14050 Heartside Place.
Activities will range from gymnastics to crafts and more, with pizza and soft drinks to round out the evening.
This event will be hosted by gymnastic instructor Gayle Shank. For pricing and more info, call 972.247.4607.
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Busy weekend planned at Historical Park
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Two free events are planned for this upcoming weekend at the Farmers Branch Historical Park, located at 2540 Farmers Branch Lane.
First up, the oldest house in the Historical Park will be open for visitors on Saturday, May 21. Guests will be greeted by an actor garbed as the home's original resident, Mrs. Julia Gilbert, and will receive guided tours of the structure from 1 to 4 p.m.
Secondly, those who are young at heart should bring a kite and enjoy the open meadow during the 'Come Fly A Kite' event on Sunday, May 22 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Participants will be given a small gift from the Historical Park.
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From left: Firefighter Phillip Hawk, Fire Chief Steve Parker and City Secretary Amy Piukana
During his promotion ceremony on May 18, Firefighter Phillip Hawk was promoted from probationary position to full time Firefighter/Paramedic. City Secretary Amy Piukana administered the oath as Fire Chief Parker looks on.
Previously a Firefighter for the City of Corsicana, Firefighter Hawk brings a wealth of experience and service to the City.
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Volume 6 | Edition 20 | Number 273
Wednesday, May 18, 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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Charles Cox named City Manager
FBTX ~ Drawing on a wealth of  expertise and institutional knowledge, the Farmers Branch City Council named Managing Director and long-time Finance Director Charles S. Cox to be the next City Manager of the growing community.
Aquatics Center lowers prices for new season
FBTX ~ The Farmers Branch  Aquatics Center just made it easier for families to have fun in the sun this summer with lower prices for season passes to the outdoor, summer swim season Frog Pond.
Revised ordinance aims at false alarms
FBTX ~ With eight valid alar m calls last year, out of 3,059 responded to by the Police Department, the Farmers Branch City Council has approved changes to the local alarm ordinance, designed to keep officers on the street and away from false alarm calls.
Dennis detour to run through summer
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Roadwork on Dennis Lane will have traffic from Valley View to Richland Avenue running one way only through mid-August.
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Reschedule TBA
6 to 9 pm @ The Grove @ Mustang Crossing
All Funk Radio Show, plus food trucks
972.919.2620
8 am to Noon @ The Grove at Mustang Crossing
972.919.2620
COFFEE WITH A COP
10 to 11 am @ Old City Cafe, 12895 Josey Lane
972.919.9135
TELL IT TO THE MAYOR
Open Office Hours with
Mayor Bob Phelps
3 to 6 pm @ City Hall
972.919.2515
JOHN F. BURKE NATURE PRESERVE PLANNING MEETING
6:30 pm @ Commty Rec Center
972.919.2620
LIBERTY FEST presents
STARS & STRINGS
Featuring the Dallas Wind Symphony
6:30 pm @ Historical Park
Free Admission
Fireworks finale
972.919.2620
MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY
MOST CITY OFFICES CLOSED
Historical Park, Rec Center and Aquatics Center will be open
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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FARMERS BRANCH POLICE RECRUITING: Join Us!
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Food trucks will be available as "All Funk Radio Show" entertains on stage at Tastes & Tunes, returning Thursday to The Grove @ Mustang Crossing.
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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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