Wednesday, September 7, 2016
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David Hale named new Chief of Police
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Poised for a seamless transition, 22-year FBPD veteran David Hale has been appointed Farmers Branch Chief of Police by City Manager Charles Cox.
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Farmers Branch Police Chief
David Hale
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Succeeding the retired Sid Fuller, Chief Hale brings a wealth of law enforcement training and experience to the Chief's office. David Hale joined the Farmers Branch Police Department in 1994, was promoted to corporal in 1998, sergeant in 2000 and Deputy Chief in 2004.
He served as Interim Police Chief from January through August of 2006. City Manager Charles Cox said that Chief Hale was a logical choice.
"David's experience speaks for itself," he said. "I can think of no better person to be in charge of keeping all of us safe and secure in this marvelous city that we call home."
Chief Hale is a 1991 graduate of Texas A&M University where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Sociology. He graduated the Texas Engineering Extension Service Police Academy in 1991 and the Southwest Legal School of Police Supervision in 1999.
Beyond that, he also graduated from the FBI National Academy in 2007 and the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas in 2009.
He is an active member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the Texas and North Central Texas Council of Governments Regional Police Academy.
Locally, Chief Hale is a member of the Carrollton/Farmers Branch Rotary Club, chairs the annual Battle of the Badges blood drive, is a mentor for students at Vivian Field Middle School and volunteers at the food pantry for Metrocrest Services.
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The Force will awaken at Manske Movies, under the stars, Sep 17
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Lightsabers and space opera are set for the Manske Movies outdoor amphitheater presentation of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," on Saturday, September 17.
Showtime is dusk and admission is free. 
Fans can test their Star Wars knowledge with a trivia contest and their galactic fashion sense with a costume contest before the movie starts.
Blankets and lawn chairs are recommended for the tiered, grassy levels of the amphitheater. Some snacks will be available but families are invited to bring their own picnics (no alcohol, please).
For more information call 972.247.2511.
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REMINDER: Recycling carts must be stored out of sight by October 1
Recycling containers should be shielded from street view when not placed out for collection. This could be:
- In the back yard
- In the garage
- Behind a screening fence if stored beside the house
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Code Enforcement has provided a helpful video tutorial of how to construct a simple screening fence. A sample screening fence and recycling container can be seen in the lobby at City Hall. If any resident is unable to construct, or afford to construct, a screening fence, there may be assistance available from local civic agencies (as resources are available). For more information on screening requirements, call Code Enforcement at 972.919.1414. |
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Mosquito spraying Wednesday & Thursday nights
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Mosquito traps positive for West Nile Virus have precipitated mosquito spraying to be scheduled for September 7 and 8 in neighborhoods in the western part of the City for the third time in as many weeks.
Farmers Branch Environmental Health Manager Katy Evans said the areas to be sprayed are generally bordered by Webb Chapel Road to the east, IH 35 to the west, Valwood Parkway to the north and Valley View Lane to the south.
Spraying will begin after 9 p.m. each evening, weather permitting and will conclude before dawn.
Residents are advised, as a precaution, to bring in pet dishes or cover them, cover aquatic ponds, fish ponds and birdbaths and do not go outside during the posted hours.
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SEP 8 - 25 TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Presented on select nights by The Firehouse Theatre
972.620.3747 | thefirehousetheatre.comSEP 10 PICKUPS N PANELS
Car and Pickup show at the Historical Park
972.406.0184 | pickupsnpanels.comSEP 16-17 Interactive guided tours of historic Keenan Cemetery
972.406.0184 | fbcemeterytours.comSEP 17 MANSKE MOVIES
Outdoor movies in the Library amphitheater, featuring
"STAR WARS: The Force Awakens"
SEP 24 Food trucks, live music & an outdoor movie @ Farmers Branch Historical Park | 972.919.2620 | fbspecialevents.comAll events & meetings are subject to change. Call listed numbers or 972.247.3131 for verification or more information.
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Parting Shot
From left: Mayor Bob Phelps, Deputy Chief Tim Dedear, Fire Chief Steve Parker, Lieutenant Scot Vickers, Driver Terry Evans, Deputy Chief Gabriel Vargas, Captain Johnny Garcia, Battalion Chief Jonathan Castro.
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CODE ENFORCEMENT CORNER
When Do You Need a Permit?
When a homeowner or contractor intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move or demolish any building or structure or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, convert or replace any electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing system, that person needs to obtain the appropriate permit(s).
Typically, projects such as painting, wallpapering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, counter tops and other similar finish work do not require permits. If you have projects coming up and aren't sure if you need a permit, call 972.919.2549
TO REPORT A CODE ISSUE:
972.919.1414
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Volume 6 | Edition 36 | Number 289 
Wednesday, September 7, 2016
is published weekly by the Communications Office of the
City of Farmers Branch, Texas since March 5, 2011
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Pickup-n-Panels coming to FBHP
FARMERS BRANCH ~ FBTX~ The Pickups-n-Panels Classic Car and Truck Show returns to the Farmers Branch Historical Park on Saturday, September 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Admission is free. Concessions will be available for purchase. Visit pickupsnpanels.com for more info .
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History comes alive at 'Encounters from the Past'
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Participants can 'meet' long-gone Farmers Branch residents and hear stories of how this community cam to be at guided tours of historic Keenan Cemetery at 'Encounters from the Past' September 16 - 17, beginning at 7 p.m. each evening.
Tours begin every 15 minutes through 9 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person with kids 6 and under admitted free.
For more information call 972.406.0184.
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HHW vouchers available Sep 15
FBTX~ Dallas County will conduct a Household Hazardous Waste collection event in Farmers Branch on October 8.
Residents will be able to pick up a voucher for participation in the event on a first-come, first-served basis at Farmers Branch City Hall, beginning September 15.
Participation is limited to the first 100 Farmers Branch residents who pick up a voucher (one per household). Call 972.919.2597 for more information.
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AAC has too many pets, special offered
FBTX ~ Officials at the Farmers Branch Animal Adoption Center say the shelter is at cat and dog capacity - specifically, they have no more room for adult animals.
As such, they are running an adoption special on adult dogs and cats. The normal adoption fee of $85 will be reduced to $20 until all adult animals have been adopted.
The adoption fee includes more than $200 worth of veterinary services including feline leukemia testing, sterilization, rabies and select vaccinations, microchip and a free veterinarian exam.
For more information, call 972.919.8770 or come by 3727 Valley View Lane.
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Firehouse Theatre to present Harper Lee's 'Mockingbird'
FBTX ~ Harper Lee's immortal tale of childhood innocence, morality and love, "To Kill a Mockingbird" will be presented by The Firehouse Theatre on select nights September 8 through 25.
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Natatorium to be closed Sept 11
FBTX ~ The Margaret Young Natatorium will be closed on Sunday, September 11 for maintenance work.
Officials said the work shouldn't require more than the single day and expect to reopen on Monday, September 12.
For more information, call 972.919.8720.
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 In the Banner
FBTX ~ Many beauties like this will be on display Saturday at the annual Pickups-n-Panels Classic Car and Truck Shootout at the Farmers Branch Historical Park.
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Economic Development
Update
Second Quarter 2016
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VIDEO  EXTRA
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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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