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The City is celebrating its 70th anniversary! You’re invited to join us for a celebration on September 29 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Heritage Village Plaza. Come for live music and snacks, and leave with a special giveaway! We look forward to celebrating with you!
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We have a special page dedicated to our 70th anniversary on our website! There, you will learn all about the history of Hurst and how far we’ve come over the last 70 years! We’ve provided access to a library of historical videos available as well as many other historical resources. Visit hursttx.gov/70thAnniversarytolearnmore.
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Hurst has a rich history, and one we are proud of!
Hurst celebrates 70 years
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Heritage Village Plaza
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CITY STAFF Clay Caruthers City Manager Clayton Fulton Assistant City Manager Malaika Farmer Assistant City Manager Greg Dickens Executive Director of Public Works Rita Frick City Secretary Steve Niekamp Police Chief David Palla Fire Chief
“LISTEN” for the sound of the smoke alarm. You could have only minutes to escape safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Go to your outside meeting
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Fire can happen anywhere. Beyond knowing what can happen where you live, you need to know what can happen where you work, shop or anywhere you go!
October is Fire Safety Month, and we want to remind you of a few steps to take to reduce the likelihood of having a fire – and how to escape safely in the event of one.
Hurst Fire Department Open House
“LEARN” two ways out of every room, and make sure all doors and windows leading outside open easily and are free of clutter.
place, which should be a safe distance from the home and where everyone should meet.
“LOOK” for places fire could start. Take a good look around your home. Identify potential fire hazards and take care of them.
Hurst Main Fire Station | 2100 Precinct Line Rd. | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Visitors learn about the Hurst Fire Department at an open house.
September 24
Fire Safety Month
In ‘n Out will be serving hamburgers, and hot dogs will be available. There will be extraction and high angle rescue demos, face painting, Fire Safety House, and all fire apparatus will be on display. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information, visit firepreventionweek.org.
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The City of Hurst is offering citizens an ambulance subscription service to help offset the costs of emergency ambulance transportation. Insurance companies routinely do not pay the entire amount of ambulance transportation, leaving the patient with the responsibility of paying the balance of the bill. The purpose of the subscription service is to cover the amount not covered by your insurance provider or Medicare. If a person does not have health care insurance, this program covers emergency medical services delivered prior to hospital arrival. For $60 per year per family, you will never have to worry about paying an ambulance bill. Medicaid Recipients are not eligible for this Ambulanceprogram.
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Subscription Service enrollment is going on now through December 31, 2022.
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Let us help you with your spring-cleaning by bringing your household hazardous waste to the Service Center along with an ID and Hurst water bill.
Accepted items: Automotive fluids, batteries, cleaners & degreasers, cooking oil, lawn/garden/pool chemicals, light bulbs, and paint. There is a limit on paint of three five-gallon containers.
Hurst Service Center | 2001 Precinct Line Rd. | 8 - 11 a.m.
Items not accepted: Ammunition or explosives, appliances or electronics, building materials, bulk trash and yard waste, butane or propane cylinders, medicines or sharps, and tires.
6Stones is partnering with us during the event and accepting clothing donations from Hurst residents.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Shredding
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October 8
Document shredding will be available. Three (3) box limit, no larger than 15”x12”x10” accepted. Limited space. First come, first served.
Hurst 101
For all the details and to easily apply online, visit heb.org and search Youth in Government.
Applications available online for January-April program
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Youth in Government
Hurst 101 Citizen’s Academy participants’ graduation.
Are you looking for a fun way to get more involved in your city? The Hurst 101 Citizens Academy offers Hurst residents and Hurst business owners an opportunity to learn more.
Through our interactive program, attendees learn about city departments, the budget process, emergency services, and all of the other inner workings of local government. The class meets nine times between January and May with presentations from various city staff members, tours of facilities, and one-on-one interactions with city council members and staff.
For more information, hursttx.gov/hurst101.visit
We’re gearing up for our next HEB Youth in Government program! We are partnering with the HEB Chamber and Cities of Bedford and Euless again this year to offer a dynamic program to high school juniors and seniors living in Hurst, Euless or Bedford. We will begin accepting applications online this fall on the HEB Chamber’s website. This year’s program will run from January-April and will include presentations on city departments and operations, volunteer and shadow opportunities, information on local nonprofits and opportunities to meet local officials and city staff. We are proud to partner again this year with Republic Services to offer students a chance to win a college scholarship!
Program offers opportunity for city involvement
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National Night Out T U E S D A Y , O C T O B E R 4 , 2 0 2 2 T U R N O N L I G H T S | B L O C K P A R T I E S | C O O K O U T S P r o m o t e p o l i c e c o m m u n i t y p a r t n e r s h i p s a n d n e i g h b o r h o o d c a m a r a d e r i e . Community built on connection National Night Out is designed to: Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness Generate support for, and participation in, local anti crime programs Bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances Emphasize community members getting to know each other and taking a vested interest in the security of their neighborhood R e g i s t e r y o u r e v e n t a t : n a t w . o r g / r e g i s t r a t i o n If you require your street to be blocked, please contact Public Works at 817-788-7076 for a permit application. Fees will be waived. Events may be scheduled to start from 4 p.m. on, and ending no later than 10 p.m. R e g i s t r a t i o n i s r e q u i r e d t o r e c e i v e a v i s i t f r o m a c i t y r e p r e s e n t a t i v e R e g i s t r a t i o n i n f o r m a t i o n b e l o w . 7WWW.HURSTTX.GOV
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“Poems & Promises” by Rosalind Cook
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City project promotes creativity, community outreach
The second project in the City of Hurst’s Art is Public Places Initiative was “Temujin” by Pati Stajcar. This sculpture is of a bronze eagle rising out of the City Hall fountain. Sculptor Pati Stajcar has received national recognition for her extensive work in bronze, stone, and
The City of Hurst’s Art in Public Places Initiative was designed “to develop a strategic plan to incorporate civic art, cultural enrichment, and historical programs in the community through Community Services’ resources, facilities and sponsored programs.” To date, there have been three phases of the Art in Public Places Initiative.
The third project in the City of Hurst’s Art is Public Places Initiative was “Remembrances of My Home Town” by Janice Hart Melito. This piece, comprised of three monolithic columns that symbolize the past, present, and future, was created specifically for the Heritage Village Historical Plaza. Each column is banded with sculptural reliefs that tell the story of the City and celebrates the community spirit of Hurst. Janice Hart Melito has been a full-time professional artist with a focus in sculpture, painting and drawing mediums since graduating from Texas Christian University with a Masters of Fine Arts Degree. Her work has been shown throughout the United States as well as in Madrid and Buenos Aires and she has created public art for many cities in Texas. You can see this piece at the Historical Plaza at Heritage Village at 841 W. Pipeline Rd.
wood. Pati creates sculptures of many different subjects, but birds are her specialty. Pati’s passion for her subject and her art are clear in this piece, Temujin, which means “rider of the heavens.” Pati has said of Temujin that, “A bird on the wing riding the thermals skyward can make the spirit rise… but the majesty of a bald eagle in flight is nothing less than inspirational.” You can find Temujin outside of Hurst City Hall near the Neighborhood Services entrance.
More information on the City’s Art in Public Places Initiative can be found at hursttx.gov/artinpublicplaces“Temujin” by Pati Stajcar
The first project in the City of Hurst’s Art is Public Places Initiative was “Poems & Promises” by Rosalind Cook. This elegant and contemplative bronze sculpture graces the entrance of the Hurst Public Library. It reflects the spirit of the Library and the inspiration available for those who seek it in the written word. The sculpture is a limited-edition bronze casting of a young woman contemplating the words she has just read in a book of poems she holds. The Hurst Library Board requested a poem by Emily Dickenson to be added during the lost-wax process, making this casting unique to Hurst. Admirers can view this eight-line poem written on the book’s pages. The Board Members selected it to express the power of the written word and how accessible books make the world without the expense of travel. Poems and Promises was dedicated in 2004, and you can find it near the entrance of the Hurst Public Library.
“Remembrances of My Home Town” by Janice Hart Melito
Hurst residents offered free access to Arlington landfill second Saturday
The accessible dates for the remainder of 2022 are Oct. 8 and Nov. 12.
October 28 - Cruella
Outdoor Fall Movie Series
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More details available at hursttx.gov/calendar.
Did you know that as a Hurst resident, you can dispose of non-hazardous material at the Arlington landfill for FREE? On the second Saturday of every month, between the months February and November, you can drop your items off between 7 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. This landfill can be found at 800 Mosier Valley Rd., Arlington Texas. The free disposal of non-hazardous materials will be granted to Hurst residents with a current driver’s license or photo identification AND current water bill. The resident must present these documents to use these services. For more information, please call Republic Services at 817.332.7301. Service does not include the disposal of hazardous waste or non-compactable waste.
Republic Services and the City of Hurst appreciates your diligence when it comes to disposing waste and recyclable items.
October 7 - Mrs. Doubtfire
Free service is limited to individual homeowner waste, delivered in a car, a pick up size load or an 8’ long trailer. Larger loads or any commercial business loads will be charged a fee.
Bring a lawn chair and join us at Heritage Village Plaza (841 W. Pipeline Road) for family-fun movies! Movies will begin at sundown.
October 14 - Sing 2
October 21 - Guardians of the Galaxy
For directions to the facility and more information, visit hursttx.gov/trash.
Items Not Accepted: Tires & explosives, construction materials such as shingles and sheet rock, no more than six (6) fence panels will be accepted unless a fence permit is shown for the address, compressed gas, pharmaceuticals or sharps
• Drinking water contamination
We have coordinated with Republic Services to offer an additional curbside pickup day October 8 (for those with Monday & Thursday garbage service) and October 15 (for those with Tuesday and Friday garbage service). You can leave your bulky or green waste items at your curb, just make sure that loose items are bundled or containerized. Place your items for pickup by 7 a.m.
Listen to the entire message carefully, and follow the instructions
The City of Hurst uses the CodeRED Emergency Notification System to notify the entire city or only the affected areas, via telephone or cell phone, about emergency situations in a matter of minutes. The system is available to all Hurst residents free of charge. These phone calls will begin with “This is a CodeRed Emergency message from The City of Hurst.”
CodeRED Emergency Notification System
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Accepted Items: Any non-hazardous bulk items such as scrap metal, containerized brush, old fencing material or other debris (no commercial), electronic equipment including computers, TVs, DVD players and cell phones
To sign up, visit hursttx.gov/CodeRED.
In what case would I receive a CodeRED message?
• Missing persons report
• Warning of significant weather
• Other emergency situations where rapid and accurate notification is essential for life safety
What should I do if I receive a CodeRED message?
• Homeland Security related emergencies
Free Clean-Up Days
DO NOT call 9-1-1 unless instructed to do so.
• Hazardous material emergencies
• Mosquito sprays in neighborhoods
The City is excited to announce an official partnership with HEB ISD to support the construction of a new Bellaire Elementary and the redevelopment of the entire campus.
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Construction of the new elementary facility is scheduled from October 2022 to December 2023. Dates are subject to change due to weather or construction delays. Upon completion, operations will shift to the new school, and demolition of the old facility and final site development will commence. All work on the campus is expected to be complete by the Fall of 2024.
customers and community at-large. The exchange of property will allow Bellaire Elementary students to remain on-campus during construction. This was a top priority for school district officials as they continue to enhance learning environments for aspiring students throughout the district. I’m glad the City was able to assist, and I look forward to the completion of another successful redevelopment project in Hurst.”
A strategic partnership, formalized by an interlocal agreement, includes a land conveyance by both entities that expands Hurst Community Park and increases the Bellaire Elementary campus to accommodate a reconfigured site layout. This new modern campus will be constructed without interfering with the student’s learning environment or the need for relocation during the process. Once the new campus is complete, it will offer better traffic management, abundant staff and parent parking, a new playground for the community, and a vital infrastructure enhancement to the neighborhood. The expansion of Hurst Community Park will bring a future opportunity for redevelopment in the south portion of the park as the funding allows.
“We are extremely fortunate to have a strong working relationship with our community partners like HEBISD,” said Hurst City Manager, Clay Caruthers. “Our partnerships allow us to better serve our
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The City and HEB ISD look forward to these new developments in our community.
SANTA’S MAILBOX
When: Saturday, December 10
Where: Hurst Recreation Center Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
SENSORY FRIENDLY PHOTOS & BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Santa wants to hear from you! Write your letter to Santa, and he will write you back! You can drop your letter in one of Santa’s Mailboxes from December 1-15. Include a return address, so Santa knows where to send your letter. We have mailboxes located at the Hurst Recreation Center, Hurst Public Library, and Hurst City Hall. When: December 1-15
Santa photos, or the holidays in general, can be overwhelming for some children. We are excited to offer a time for those families in our community with children with sensory or mobility needs to participate in a calmer event environment. We will have a photographer on-site to snap an up-close or socially distanced photo with Santa, fun crafts, and a few other activities to enjoy. This event is free; donations for Mission Central food bank are encouraged.
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Don’t leave an important member of the family out this holiday season! Bring your pup dressed up (or in their birthday suit) to catch a photo with Santa! This event is free; donations for the Hurst Animal Shelter are Whenencouraged.:Saturday,December 3
PAWLIDAY PARKSPICS& RECREATION
Where: Hurst Conference Center Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m.
JOHN BUTLER MEMORIAL SENIOR CITIZEN’S BANQUET
This event is a holiday banquet only for seniors ages 55 & over who are Hurst residents, including dinner and entertainment. FREE Tickets are available Monday, October 10. You may pick up your tickets at the Hurst Recreation Center or call 817.788.7325 to have your tickets mailed to you. There is a limit of two tickets per Whenhousehold.:Thursday, December 15
Where: Hurst Dog Park Time: 9:00-10:30 a.m.
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• Enjoy a bite to eat at our Food Court (food and beverages for purchase).
• Kids can put together a fun holiday craft
• Bring items for the Peanut Butter & Jelly Drive, put on by our very own Hurst Police Department as part of the Christmas Providers program
• Santa himself is on-site to take photos with all the good little boys and girls
• Delight in brilliant performances by our local elementary schools as they perform throughout the event
There is no on-site parking. Ride the shuttle from TCC to the HCC. Limited Handicap parking is available in the Conference Center Parking Garage (must have placard visible).
Time: 5:00-8:30 p.m.
• Lots of photo opportunities with our strolling costumed characters
• Take a ride on our snow tubing hills
When: Tuesday, November 29
• Stroll through Santa’s Christmas Marketplace, where you can get a jump start on your holiday shopping! With a variety of vendors, you can find something for everyone
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TREE LIGHTING
• Bring a new toy to our toy drive, OR
• Get a cool design at face painting
• Pet a furry animal in our petting zoo
How can your family give back to those less fortunate this holiday season?
Where: Hurst Conference Center
• Enjoy a holiday fireworks show! Psst it is the only one around!
Healthy Hurst is the City of Hurst’s community-wide wellness initiative. Participants can increase their health, wellness, and fitness by using the information and links on the City of Hurst’s Healthy Hurst web page.
a part of Healthy Hurst. The symbols in our logo, which include sunshine, nature, physical activity, and social events, represent all things that promote a vibrant and healthy lifestyle.
Healthy Hurst isn’t just about physical activity. It’s about mental, physical, and social health. Whether visiting a park, working out at the Hurst Recreation Center, or attending one of our many city events, you are actively
We offer some fun challenges to keep you moving and healthy through the fall and holiday seasons! For more information, check out the Healthy Hurst webpage, hursttx.gov/HealthyHurst.
Healthy Hurst Wellness Program
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HEALTHY HURST
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View our full class schedule here
A workout where we punch and kick, but without contact
Allows participants to use light weights and become strong without feeling intimidated by the weight room BODYPUMP
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An athletic blend of yoga, Tai Chi, and Pilates, which leaves participants feeling long, strong, centered, and calm BODYBALANCE
A boot camp, cross fit style class that will challenge you no matter your fitness level
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A high intensity step aerobic class helps tone your glutes and legs while also helping you build stamina and increase endurance EXTREME STEP
An indoor cycling workout where participants ride to the rhythm of music to reach a calorie-burning endorphin high SPIN
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Residents: $25/monthly Non-residents: $30/monthly
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BODYCOMBAT
Each week has a different format to provide a fun and challenging workout that will help you improve your pace, distance, and overall goals RUNNING CLUB
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A combination of modern West African dance with body sculpting exercises set to an Afropop beat that emphasizes having fun AND breaking a sweat AFRIKOPOP
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Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday: Noon – 4 p.m.
To the full class program schedule, hursttx.gov/recreation guide the Hurst Recreation Center.
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Court Rental Fees Resident: Non-Resident:$3 $5 * Gates are open for free play from 1-5 p.m. on weekdays Contact information 701 Mary Drive Hurst, Texas 817-788-733076053 WHERE WE LIVE | FALL 202220
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Parks crews inspect parks regularly for safety, litter, vandalism, and minor maintenance items. If you notice anything that requires our attention, please call 817.788.7325. Residents and guests may also report concerns via our ‘Where We Live’ app found in the Apple App store and Google Play www.hursttx.gov/parksstore.
Taking Care of Hurst Parks
PARK SYSTEM Community Parks Central Park 700 Mary Dr. Chisholm Park 2200 Norwood Dr. Hurst Community Park 601 Precinct Line Rd. Special Purpose Parks Heritage Village Plaza 841 W. Pipeline Rd. Hurst Athletic Complex 2104 Precinct Line Rd. Rickel Park 1001 Bluebonnet Dr. Windmill Park 840 W. Cheryl Ave. Hurst Dog Park 900 TCC Rd.
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