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City Council Meeting July 9, 2024
Hurst City Council is meeting at City Hall on July 9 at 6:30 p.m. View the council meeting agenda online at hursttx.gov/agendas [ [link removed] ].
*AGENDAS* [ [link removed] ]
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Marketing & Communication Awards
The City of Hurst Marketing and Communication Division was recently awarded 5 state awards through the Texas Association of Municipal Information Officers (TAMIO) and presented them during last night's city council meeting. The TAMIO Awards is the leading recognition program in Texas, honoring excellence for municipal communication strategies. TAMIO includes communication professionals representing municipal, county, and other related agencies and organizations.
*First Place for Best Small Shop.* This award recognizes the best communication department in Texas operating with two or fewer team members.
*First Place for Best Marketing Plan/Campaign.* This award recognizes our water utilities recruitment campaign, which contributed to filling the 11 vacant positions in our Water Utilities Division from July 2023 to October 2023.
*Second Place for Best Strategic Plan.* This award recognizes the division's Strategic Communication Plan, developed following a recent communication audit, and the goals accomplished so far within the plan.
*Second Place for Internal Communication.* This award recognizes the Hurst Way Advocacy Team roadshow, which helped recruit volunteers and promote the Hurst Way culture, employee recognition, and leadership development opportunities.
*Third Place for Best Social Media Campaign (Planned).* This award recognizes the Parks and Recreation's social media campaign that helped recruit more aquatics staff for the 2024 aquatics season.
Pictured from left to right - Malaika Farmer, Assistant City Manager; Kara McKinney, Public Information Officer; Mayor Henry Wilson; Sarah Phipps, Communication Coordinator; Kira Hoggan, Recreation Specialist - Marketing and Communication.
Congrats to all involved in earning this amazing recognition for the City of Hurst!
*MARKETING & COMMUNICATION* [ [link removed] ]
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Water Conservation Tips
As temperatures rise, water conservation becomes even more important while we gear up for the summer. Here are some tips to help with your water conservation efforts.
* Train your lawn to drink less. Spacing out your irrigation days to water no more than two days a week can encourage deeper roots and a more drought-tolerant lawn.
* Know when to water: Every Monday on SaveTarrantWater.com they provide weekly watering advice taking weather conditions into account. This advice can keep irrigation systems off an average of 25 or more weeks out of the year!
* Timing is everything. Maintain the irrigation method “cycle and soak.” Keeping your irrigation cycles short (6-8 minutes/cycle for spray heads; 12-14 minutes/cycle for rotors) will help minimize runoff and water waste.
If you are interested in more resources or want to learn about the city guidelines for watering, click the button below.
*WATER CONSERVATION* [ [link removed] ]
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Parks and Recreation Department at the city council meeting that proclaimed July Parks and Recreation Month
July is Park & Recreation Month
This Park and Recreation Month, we are celebrating the vital role park and recreation professionals play in fostering a sense of belonging in their communities by providing welcoming and inclusive programs, essential services for all ages and abilities, and safe, accessible spaces to build meaningful connection.
Our Parks and Recreation departments are hosting so many incredible events throughout the month of July for our community to celebrate "Where You Belong" in the City of Hurst. Here are just a few of the upcoming events!
*??️♂️ July 8* | Free Fitness Class at the Hurst Recreation Center
*?? July 9* | STEM Transportation Craft at Central Park from 9:30-10:30 a.m.
*?? July 10* | Play Safe: Drowning Prevention at Chisholm Aquatics Center at 3 p.m.
*?? July 12* | Chalk your Park at Redbud Park from 8:30-9:30 a.m.
*?? July 15* | Yoga Fitness at the Hurst Senior Activities Center from 1-2 p.m.
*?? July 17* | Ice Cream in the Park at Chisholm Aquatics Center at 12 p.m.
*☕ July 19* | Coffee in the Park at Chisholm Park from 8:30-9:30 a.m.
You can access the full calendar of events by clicking the button below. Thank you Hurst Parks and Recreation for hosting all these events throughout July!
*PARK & RECREATION MONTH* [ [link removed] ]
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Pair of Pirates
*Wednesday, July 10 | 2 p.m.
Hurst Public Library - Program Rooms North & South
*"901 Precinct Line Road
Hurst, Texas 76053"*
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So, you want to be a pirate? Use music, humor, and history to go from Pirate Recruit to Crew Member.
*LIBRARY EVENTS* [ [link removed] ]
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Household Hazardous Waste
Household Hazardous Waste Collection
*Saturday, July 13 | 8-11 a.m.
**Hurst Service Center
"2001 Precinct Line Rd.
Hurst, Texas 76054"*
Bring your household hazardous waste to the Service Center along with an ID and Hurst water bill. Document shredding will be available. Three (3) box limit, no larger than 15" x 12" x 10" accepted. Limited space. First come, first served. 6 Stones is partnering with us again during the event and will be on-site accepting clothing donations from Hurst residents.
Concern for proper disposal of Household Hazardous Waste and other potential surface water pollutants is a concern to all. Should you become aware of any improper disposal of any stormwater or surface water pollutant, call the City’s hotline at 817-788-7212. Information on stormwater management can be found at hursttx.gov/stormwatermanagement. [ [link removed] ]
For more information on accepted items and the event information, click the button below.
*EVENT INFO* [ [link removed] ]
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Teen Water Balloon Fight - July 18
*Thursday, July 18 | 6 p.m.
Hurst Public Library
"901 Precinct Line Road
Hurst, Texas 76053"*
End your summer with an epic water balloon fight! Test your skills of darting and running to stay as dry as you can. Driest participant at the end of the fight gets a prize! Registration is required. Open to grades 6-12. Call 817-788-7302 to reserve your spot!
*LIBRARY EVENTS* [ [link removed] ]
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*Dive-In Movie - "The Little Mermaid"*
*Saturday, July 20 | 7:00 p.m.
Central Aquatics Center
"715 Mary Drive
Hurst, Texas 76053"*
Kick back and relax at Central Aquatics Center! Float in the pool while watching "The Little Mermaid "on the BIG screen. It is Saturday night fun for the whole family!
Concession stand is open. The event is $7 per person*. For more information regarding all Parks and Recreation events, click the button below!
*Season pass holders, ages 65 & older, and ages 12 months & under are FREE*
*RECREATION EVENTS* [ [link removed] ]
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Hiring PD
Police Officer Test - August 10
Are you seeking a new career opportunity that serves your community? The Hurst Police Department is passionate about serving the public, providing excellent customer service to the community, and doing so through excellent training and teamwork. Our next Police Officer test is August 10, 2024.
For more information and how to apply, click the button below.
*POLICE CAREERS* [ [link removed] ]
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