They did it again. The Burleson Police Department achieved its ninth reaccreditation with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). CALEA Accreditation serves as the International Gold Standard for Public Safety Agencies. Burleson was the first police department in Texas to be accredited by CALEA in 1987. "Obviously, we are very proud of this accomplishment," Burleson Police Chief Billy Cordell said. "Retired Deputy Chief Cindy Aaron and Officer Jae Berg led the effort for our department and really deserve most of the credit." The accreditation program requires agencies to comply with standards in four basic areas: policy and procedures, administration, operations and support services. Read More  

Do you want to protect your vehicle against auto theft? The Tri-County Auto Theft Task Force is hosting a free VIN Etching on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., at the Burleson Home Depot, 300 N.W. John Jones Dr. VIN Etching is the permanent engraving of a vehicle's identification number (VIN) on the windshield and windows. VIN etching can serve as protection against auto theft/deterrent to thieves and, some insurance companies will offer discounts on automobile policies to customers who have the VIN etching. The Burleson Police Department has an officer dedicated to the auto theft task force. For more information call the Tri-County Auto Theft Task Force at 817-728-3910.  

It's always nice to be appreciated! The children from Burleson Church of Christ stopped by the Municipal Service Center August 4 to deliver care packages to the public works department's field employees. Kevin North, assistant director of public works, showed the students how staff controls the water pump stations, remotely, to ensure that we have safe drinking water for our residents. The students loved it when Andrew Jabben showed them how to operate the camera used to inspect the inside of sewer lines. And Mark Hert demonstrated how to operate the backhoe. Thank you, Burleson Church of Christ, for thinking of our employees who work in the field during these triple digit days! See the pictures! 

If you live near the intersection of Clinton and Lorna streets, you already know that that intersection is closed to traffic (started August 5), due to construction. The intersection should be open by Wednesday, August 12. Residents can access Clinton from Renfro Street. Lorna Street will remain open to traffic. 

Most City facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day. There will be no trash or curbside recycling collection. If you are on the Monday trash/curbside recycling collection schedule, your next trash collection day is Thursday, Sept. 10 and your next curbside recycling day is Monday, Sept. 14. Hidden Creek Golf Course will be open for normal hours, 6 a.m.-8 p.m., on Labor Day. Remember to stop by the BRiCk and swim for free on Sept. 7, which is also the last day the outdoor pool will be open. All BRiCk indoor facilities will be closed on Labor Day. The Sept. 7 Burleson City Council meeting will take place on Sept. 8. Read More

We need you! The City of Burleson is seeking at least one applicant for each of the eight City committees, boards and commissions. Those include the Animal Shelter Advisory Committee, Building Codes & Standards Board, Cemetery Board, Library Board, Old Town Design Standards Review Committee, Park Board, Planning & Zoning Commission, and Zoning Board of Adjustment. The deadline to apply is August 31. You can apply online. Board appointments will be made at the Sept. 21 city council meeting. Read More  

Are you thinking about pursuing a career in law enforcement? It just got a little easier. The Johnson County Sheriff's Office and Navarro College will conduct a Basic Peace Officer Course beginning Monday, Oct. 5. This is a part-time, nine-month, Monday-Friday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. program. It will take place over two semesters, fall and spring, at the Johnson County Sheriff's Office in Cleburne. Space is limited to 20 students, and classes are filled on a first-come first served basis. This course prepares you to pass the Peace Officer licensing exam given by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement. Do you qualify? You must be a United States citizen; 21 years old  or 21 by the time your class graduates; no Class B misdemeanor or felony convictions within the last 10 years; no Class A misdemeanor or felony convictions; no convictions for a family violence offense; have a high school diploma or GED; must not be prohibited from driving a vehicle or possessing firearms or ammunition; must not have been discharged from military service under less than honorable conditions; honorable discharge from the armed forces after at least 24 months of active duty service; and, you must pass a physical and psychological exam and a drug screen. Are you ready? Register online. For more information call 903-874-6217, 903-874-8495, or 903-875-7572