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City Council Meeting March 12, 2024
Hurst City Council is meeting at City Hall on March 12 at 6:30 p.m. View the council meeting agenda online at hursttx.gov/agendas.
New Playground Coming to Rickel Park
We're thrilled to announce that a brand-new playground is coming soon to Rickel Park! The Hurst City Council approved the project on February 13, and staff is working with Kraftsman Commercial Playgrounds & Waterparks to finalize the design.
The current playground is around 20 years old. Staff is unable to get replacement parts when things break. The Parks Division follows a replacement timeline for our playground equipment, and the Rickel Park playground is up on the schedule for replacement.
Our state-of-the-art playground is designed for children of all ages to have fun and let their imaginations soar! Get ready to swing, slide, and play to your heart's content at Rickel Park. The playground is anticipated to be open for play this summer.
Upcoming Easter Events
 EGGstravaganza
5 p.m. | Tuesday, March 19
Hurst Community Park | 601 Precinct Line Road
Activities begin at 5 p.m. Enjoy our FREE petting zoo, photos with Mr. Bunny, face painting, crafts, pony rides, and egg hunts! Food is available for purchase from one of our amazing vendors. Egg hunts are available for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, and 9-12. The first hunt begins at 6:30 p.m. We will stagger times for each age group. Please, no pets or glass containers during the event.
 Sensory-Friendly Egg Hunt
5:30 p.m. | Friday, March 22
Hurst Central Park | 700 block of Mary Drive
(across from the Tennis & Pickleball Center)
This FREE sensory-friendly event is for children under 16 and their families. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. and includes a petting zoo, face painting, crafts, snow cones, photos with Mr. Bunny, and egg hunts, including an area for those with mobility restrictions.
Egg Hunts are offered for ages 0-5 and 6 and up. The first hunt begins at 6:45 p.m. We will stagger times for each age group. Please, no pets or glass containers during the event.
 Doggone Egg Hunt
Photos begin at 8:30 a.m. | Saturday, March 23
Hurst Dog Park | 900 TCC Road
Em-BARK on a delightful canine adventure at the Dog Park with your furry companion! Join us for memorable moments with Mr. Bunny, indulge in treats, snag some giveaways, and partake in the exciting Egg Hunt. Itâs a tail-wagging good time for all! The small dog egg hunt begins at 9:15 a.m. The large dog egg hunt begins at 9:30 a.m.
 Pop-Up Egg Hunts
Join us as we âPop-Upâ with colorful, candy-filled eggs across four amazing Hurst parks! The dates and times of the egg hunts are listed below. The thrill begins as we unveil the park locations on our social media stories at least six hours before the egg hunt. Ensure you âlikeâ and âfollowâ us to be among the first to know where to go!
Punctuality Matters:Â Be sure to arrive on time, as the egg hunts start promptly at the specified times. You won't want to miss a minute of the adventure!
Bring Your Own Basket:Â Don't forget to bring along your own basket or bag to collect all the eggs you find. A colorful, sturdy basket will add to the fun!
Spot the Blue Canopy:Â Look for the blue canopy set up at each park. It serves as a beacon guiding you to the heart of the egg hunt excitement.
Share the Fun:Â Remember, there's a limited number of eggs at each park. Let's spread the joy by sharing with others. Encourage kindness and fairness as you hunt for eggs together.
While Supplies Last:Â The egg hunt is on a first-come, first-served basis. Eggs are available only while supplies last, so don't dilly-dally! Be swift and thorough in your search.
With surprises awaiting at every corner, this pop-up egg hunt promises a day filled with joy and laughter. Look for the location announcement on the day of the event!
Pop-Up Egg Hunt Dates and Times
- Tuesday, March 26 at 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 27 at 9 a.m. (*will be announced the night before)
- Wednesday, March 27 at 6 p.m.
- Thursday, March 28 at 6 p.m.
*Locations are announced at least six hours before the event on Hurst Parks and Recreation's social media.
Facebook & Instagram: @hurstparksandrecreation
Â
 Spring Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training Class
Registration for the Spring Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic Training class is going on now through March 28 at 5 p.m. Only 10 spots per city are allowed, and they are filling up quickly!
The Hurst, Euless, and Bedford CERT teams are partnering to host a CERT Basic Training Class. This class will meet April 5â7, 2024, in Bedford. The CERT program helps train people to be better prepared to respond to emergency situations in their communities. When emergencies happen, CERT members can give critical support to first responders, provide immediate assistance to victims, and organize spontaneous volunteers at a disaster site. CERT members can also help with non-emergency projects that help improve the safety of the community.
This training is sponsored by FEMA and managed by the Texas Division of Emergency Management and includes disaster preparedness, small fire suppression, basic medical procedures, and light search and rescue operations. Full participation is required to complete the course.
 Spring Where We Live Magazine Available Online
The Spring 2024 Where We Live Magazine is now available online! Topics in this issue include:
- Spring Event Info
- Small Business Spotlight videos on our YouTube channel
- Good Neighbor Tips
- Garbage and Recycling Reminders
- Utility Box Art Project
- and more!
 Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023 (Published February 2024)
Our annual report is now available online! Learn about all that was accomplished during Fiscal Year 2023 and how city staff and council followed our strategic priorities.
 Citizens Fire Academy
Want to have as much fun as Former Councilmember Nancy Welton is having here?!  Consider joining our Citizens Fire Academy! CFA is scheduled to begin on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. Classes are held at Fire Station #1 (2100 Precinct Line Road).
 Citizens Police Academy
The next Citizens Police Academy is scheduled to start March 28, 2024. The Hurst Police Department sponsors the Citizens Police Academy (CPA) with the goal of educating the citizens of Hurst on the âHows and Whysâ of the Hurst Police Department and its operations. This is accomplished through a series of lectures and hands-on activities on Thursday afternoons from 1-4 p.m. for ten weeks. The CPA classes are held at the Hurst Justice Center, located at 825 Thousand Oaks.Â
Each applicant must be at least 21 years of age, live, work or attend a church in the City of Hurst and successfully pass a background investigation. Applications must be turned in no later than Friday, March 22, 2024 by 5 p.m. To successfully graduate, each participant is required to attend at least 8 of the 10 sessions.
For questions, contact Bobbi Parker at 817-788-7342Â or [email protected].
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