M AT T E R S

A PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF WAXAHACHIE SPRING 2018

W a x a h a c h i eA Message From The Mayor Spring is here, and with the dawning of a new season, we are also are celebrating new growth and possibilities in our community. We are updating our infrastructure, improving quality of life, and continuing our strategies and efforts to keep Waxahachie as a premier place to live, work, and visit. The growth is coming to our area, and will continue to do so. In recognizing this, City leadership has and is taking steps to ensure that our growth is planned, strategic, and well-thought out. Our current annual growth rate over the last several years has remained constant around 4%. Knowing that the growth is coming, the City is taking a proactive stance to ensure that we grow gracefully. We can’t stop growth, but we can plan for it, to make sure that Waxahachie is the best it can be. One of the ways we have responded to this need is adding key staff at City Hall to make the development process a seamless one. Staff members have been added to Building and Community Services, Utilities, Planning, and Economic Development. We are ready and equipped with the personnel and expertise that is required to ensure that growth and development is well planned and runs smoothly. Our City Manager, Michael Scott, is leading the charge and doing a wonderful job. We have also made strides in replacing our aging

infrastructure. We are blessed to live in a beautiful and historic city, but along with that comes older streets, utilities, and drainage systems. We have identified many streets that need upgrades in these areas, and have already completed the reconstruction of several, and more are planned. I am also very proud of the beautification efforts that can be seen all over town. Our staff horticulturist, Chris Seale, is doing a fantastic job of adding plantings all across our City. From the Highway 287 and 77 intersection to the Sports Complex, to Downtown, his efforts can be seen in many places. These additions spark community pride and inspire residents to beautify their own properties, as well as leave a positive lasting impression on our many visitors. I am excited about the future in Waxahachie. I invite you to join in the excitement. The next issue of our newsletter will further highlight the City’s specific plans and efforts to make and keep Waxahachie the best it can be. Stay tuned, and Happy Spring!

Kevin StrengthMayor of Waxahachie

CONSTRUCTION PHASE PROJECTS:ALEXANDER DRIVE RECONSTRUCTION Project Start Date: November 27, 2017 Est. Completion Date: September 23, 2018Scope of project: Corridor Rehabilitation: Utilities (Water, sanitary sewer and storm drain) repair and replacement, Street, Curb & Gutter repair and replacement, Sidewalks and landscaping and street lights. Streets Affected: Alexander Drive from Kirksey St. to Alexander Dr. cul-de-sac and Kirksey St. from HWY 77 to Ferris Ave.

CYNISCA STREET RECONSTRUCTIONProject Start Date: January 22, 2018Est. Completion Date: October 19, 2018Scope of project: Corridor Rehabilitation: Utilities (Water, sanitary sewer and storm drain) repair and replacement, Street, Curb & Gutter repair and replacement, Sidewalks and landscaping and street lights.Streets Affected: Cynisca St. from W. Marvin Ave to Sycamore St. side streets Martha St. & Ross St.

INDIAN TRACE LANE RECONSTRUCTION PH I Project Start Date: June 26, 2017Est. Completion Date: April 2018Scope of project: Corridor Rehabilitation: Utilities (Water, sanitary sewer and storm drain) repair and replacement, Street, Curb & Gutter repair and replacement, Sidewalks and landscaping and street lights.Streets Affected: Indian Trace Ln. from HWY 287 to Buffalo Creek, parts of Buffalo Creek and Pueblo Drive

DESIGN PHASE PROJECTSE. UNIVERSITY AVE RECONSTRUCTION Est. Design Completion Date: March 2018 Est. Construction Start Date: TBDUpcoming Items: Public meeting held April 2017. Once Design is completed, reviewed and accepted then goes to advertisement for bids. Project at-a-glance: Project encompasses streets from W. Marvin Ave to John Arden.; reconstruction design will include storm, sewer

and water repair as well as road/pavement replacement and curb & gutter, sidewalks, and street lights on both sides of street.

HUNTER PASS REHABILITATION PH IIEst. Design Completion Date: March 2018 Est. Construction Start Date: TBDUpcoming Items: Once Design is completed, reviewed and accepted then goes to advertisement for bids. Project at-a-glance: Repair 100 linear feet of Hunter Pass road that deals with the unique soil conditions from Hunter Pass Cove to Eagle Point Drive.

N. HAWKINS ST. & ROYAL LN. RECONSTRUCTIONEst. Design Completion Date: March 2018 Est. Construction Start Date: 2019Upcoming Items: Once design is complete, prepare for public meeting and advertisement to biddersProject at-a-glance: Corridor rehabilitation: water, storm, sanitary sewer line repair, road/pavement repair, curb & gutter with sidewalks and street lighting for N. Hawkins from McMillian St. to W. Parks and Royal St. from Gibson to HWY 77.

LAVISTA DRIVE RECONSTRUCTIONEst. Design Completion Date: 2018Est. Construction Start Date: 2019Current Status: Design services contract just executed Upcoming Items: Once design is complete and reviewed and accepted, then advertisement to bidders

INDIAN HILLS DRIVE RECONSTRUCTIONEst. Design Completion Date: 2018Est. Construction Start Date: 2019Current Status: Design services contract just executed Upcoming Items: Once design is complete and reviewed and accepted, prepare for public meeting and advertisement to bidders.Project at-a-glance: Corridor rehabilitation: water, storm, sanitary sewer line repair, road/pavement repair, curb & gutter with sidewalks and street lighting on Indian Hills Drive from Sagebrush to Buffalo Creek Drive and then Buffalo Creek from Indian Hills Drive to Indian Trace Lane.

Public Works/Streets Projects: Current Updates

SPRING HAS SPRUNG! We are so enjoying the beautiful tulips and daffodils in the beds outside of City Hall. Kudos to our hard-working horticulture team!

Waxahachie Downtown Farmers Market starts

Saturday, April 28!The market runs each

Saturday through October from 8am-1pm, located at

410 S. Rogers.

Join us in historic Waxahachie for four days of the best Texas �lms and music, including performances by:

RADNEY FOSTER JACK INGRAMAND

MORE

Complete festival lineup, tickets and passes: www.crossroadsoftx�.com 469-309-4012

TEXAS FILMS & MUSIC, FOOD, FUN, AND MORE!

JOE ELY WALT WILKINS

The City of Waxahachie is offering “Free Disposal Days” at the Citizen’s Convenience Station located at 499 Lions Park Road. One pick up load or one trailer of equal size (maximum 3-1/2 cubic yards; example: regular size truck bed or a trailer that is 8-ft.

Long X 4-ft. Wide X 3-ft. High) containing trash or garbage will be FREE. ***

Citizens are required to show a valid photo ID and a current city garbage bill. Spring Sparkle is available to all residential households inside the city limits. Does not apply to

residents outside the city limits or businesses. ***

Dispose of for free: Tires (limit 10); Batteries (limit 2); Furniture (limit 2 pieces); Small Appliances (limit 1, excluding ones with Freon).

*** Items Not Accepted:

* Newspaper/plastics (for recycling) * Construction Waste * Paint or wet paint cans * Oil lubricants of any kind * Items with Freon * Scrap metal

*** Loads containing solid waste and yard waste will not be accepted.

State law requires that all refuse be either bagged or covered when transporting to prevent littering; therefore, loose refuse will not be accepted.

SPRING SPARKLE

SPRING SPARKLE IS ABOUT PRIDE IN YOUR HOME AND KEEPING WAXAHACHIE BEAUTIFUL!

Questions? Call (469) 309-4271 or (972) 937-3367

C I T Y O F WA X A H AC H I E H O U S E H O L D WA S T E

D I S P O S A L DAY

SATURDAY APRIL 14, 2018 LIONS PARK

HAZARDOUS WASTE

CONVENIENCE STATION 9:00 AM—11:00 AM

ELECTRONIC WASTE

FIRE TRAINING CENTER 9:00 AM—12:00 PM

SHREDDING

PLAYGROUND PARKING LOT 9:00 AM— 12:00 PM

This event is free to residents within the City Limits of Waxahachie. Proof of residency is required. Please have your current City utility bill with you. Space is limited for Hazardous Household Waste. Residents with large amounts of hazardous household waste should call 469-309-4132 to ensure available space or to receive a voucher to be used at the City of Fort Worth Environmental Collection Center.

Acids Fluorescent light bulbs Aerosol cans Herbicides Antifreeze Mercury thermometers Batteries (all Motor oil & filters kinds, including Paint, stain & thinners car batteries) Pest strips Brake fluid Pesticides Cleaning supplies Photo chemicals Cooking oil Pool chemicals Craft and hobby Photo chemicals chemicals Solvents Degreaser Transmission fluid Drain cleaner Fertilizer

Environmental Collection Center Mobile Collection Unit

WHAT’S ACCEPTED

Ammunition Pesticide cylinders Asbestos Pharmaceuticals (old Brush medicine) Bulky waste Propane cylinders Building materials Radioactive material Butane Smoke detectors Fireworks Syringes PCB oil Trash Explosives

WHAT’S NOT ACCEPTED

Environmental Collection Center 6400 Bridge Street Fort Worth, Texas

Hours: Thursday & Friday 11 AM—7PM Saturday 9AM—3PM Phone: 817-871-5276

http://fortworthgov.org/dem

Butane/propane cylinders Computers w/valve removed Laptops Printers Servers Storage cabinets Network cabinets Scanners Shredders Circuit boards PC cards Power Supplies and USP Telecom equipment Satellite Dishes/Boxes Remotes VCR/DVR Metal Lamps Ceiling Fans/Fans Cell Phones Video Game Consoles Wiring/Cables Dishwashers Washers & Dryers Pots & Pans Flatware & Utensils Small Household Appliances Air Conditioners Microwave Oven Refrigerators Lawn Mowers Weed Eaters Blowers Tools Motors All types of metal

Frank’s Urban Collection 972-268-1474

craighargrove84@gmail.com

WHAT’S ACCEPTED

The City of Waxahachie is proud to announce for the first time partnering with Shred-It. Residents can bring their shred-able paper documents (please no paper clips or binder clips) to Lions Park Playground Parking Lot between 9 AM—12 PM.

For more information regarding the Household Waste Disposal Day, please contact John Smith 469-309-4271 or Mary DelBuono 469-309-4132

The Waxahachie Downtown Farmers Market is located at 410 S. Rogers Street (behind Fresh Market). The regular market season will begin on Saturday, April 28th and end on October 27, 2018. Market hours are from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. An organizational meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, April 5th at 5:30 pm. The meeting will take

place at City Hall, 401 S. Rogers Street, Waxahachie in the Council Chambers. Vendors will be able to tour the market area, turn in paperwork and fees, and ask questions at this meeting. Potential vendors are strongly encouraged to attend this meeting if at all possible. Please make sure to read the Rules and Regulations thoroughly before submitting an application. All vendors must complete and submit:• Waxahachie Downtown Farmers Market Vendor Application• Requirements for Market Vendor Permit

• Indemnity AgreementFood vendors (not including produce) must also complete and submit:• City of Waxahachie Temporary Food Establishment Application• Merchandise labels and other requirements for “cottage food” vendors if applicable• Any required licenses, permits, or other documents as needed by the Health DepartmentForms and required fees must be sent to: Anita Brown City of Waxahachie Waxahachie Downtown Farmers Market P.O. Box 757 Waxahachie, Texas 75168Any inquiries or questions regarding the Waxahachie Downtown Farmers Market may be directed to: Anita Brown Downtown Development Director City of Waxahachie 469-309-4111 abrown@waxahachie.com

2018 Farmers Market Application Requirements and General Information

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) will recommend Waxahachie for successful annual progress as a designated Main Street community, one of 68 to be recognized this year. The Texas Main Street Program (TMSP) began in 1981 as one of the first state coordinating programs in the country. Local Main Street programs focus on responsibly utilizing a community’s historic assets for economic benefit and increased quality of life. During 2017, approximately $500 million was reinvested into Texas’ 89 Main Street districts. Additionally, 388 small businesses and 2,329 jobs were created. Main Street programs in Texas are minimally staffed but rely on community volunteers to carry out the program. In 2017, Main Street volunteers reported more than 119,178 hours of work donated in support of the program. “The Texas Main Street Program continues to provide substantial return on investment to local communities across the state,” said Mark Wolfe, THC Executive Director. Upon final approval by the National Main Street

Center/Main Street America™, these local programs will be announced as Nationally Accredited during the upcoming Main Street Now conference in Kansas City, Missouri, March 26–28. “The state recognition and national accreditation recognizes the hard work of these local programs, and the value placed on their historic downtowns,” said Debra Drescher, TMSP state coordinator. Selection criteria focuses on annual progress in planning, partnerships, staffing, volunteer efforts, preservation ethic, training, and program assessment through reporting. The state office also works with programs throughout the year by providing various services catered to local needs. For additional information about the national Main Street effort, visit www.mainstreet.org/home. For more information on the THC’s Texas Main Street Program visit thc.texas.gov/preserve/projects-and-programs/texas-main-street.

Waxahachie Recommended for National Main Street Accreditation