MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY TO BE HELD AT FRISCO COMMONS PARK, MAY 31
(May 28, 2010) A wreath presentation, flag ceremony and patriotic music are planned for the Memorial Day observance to be held on Monday, May 31 at 9 a.m. at the city’s Veteran’s Memorial at Frisco Commons Park, 8000 McKinney Road.
This year’s guest speak is retired Air Force Colonel Richard Graham. Boy Scout Troop 298 will present the colors. Observers will also enjoy patriotic performances by the Frisco Chorale and the Frisco Community Band, which will also hold a concert in the large pavilion following the
ceremony. Organizers are encouraging observers to bring their lawn
chairs and blankets.
Additional parking is available at the intersection of McKinney and Sunset, in front of the Boys and Girls Club. Parking is also available at the Youth Center Park, 7775 Camellia, and Staley Middle School, 6927 Stadium Lane; however, no shuttle service will be provided.
The event is sponsored by the Frisco Garden Club, the Frisco VFW Post 8273 and the City of Frisco. Other event participants include Civil Air Patrol Cadets, the Frisco Noon Rotary Club and Frisco ISD.
This year marks the 15th year these organizations have sponsored the public observance to honor veterans who have served and died for our country.
For more information, contact Jane Whitledge, Frisco Garden Club representative, 972-839-5255.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Thursday, May 20, 2010
NTTA closure for interchange construction
As part of NTTA’s interchange construction project, NTTA will close two southbound lanes of the Dallas North Tollway and a southbound exit ramp in Frisco over the weekend starting Saturday morning, May 22 at 7:00 AM. These lanes will be temporarily reopened Saturday night between 10:00 PM and 11:30 PM to accommodate traffic leaving the Jimmy Buffett concert, and then will be closed again for the duration of Sunday, May 23. Most of the lanes will reopen by 5:00 AM on Monday May 24. The specific road closures are summarized below:
Two southbound lanes of the Dallas North Tollway will be closed over the weekend on the bridge that crosses over Gaylord Parkway. This will reduce the Tollway to one southbound lane and motorists should expect delays most of Saturday and Sunday.
The southbound exit ramp from the Dallas North Tollway to SH 121 will also be closed over the weekend. Southbound motorists heading for SH 121 will need to exit the Tollway further north at the Warren Parkway exit and travel down the frontage road.
At 5:00 AM on Monday, May 24, NTTA will reopen the exit ramp and one of the lanes on the southbound Dallas North Tollway, but one of the lanes will remain closed. (The Tollway remains limited to two southbound lanes between Gaylord Parkway and Legacy Drive for approximately one year.)
Motorists are urged to use caution in the construction zone.
Two southbound lanes of the Dallas North Tollway will be closed over the weekend on the bridge that crosses over Gaylord Parkway. This will reduce the Tollway to one southbound lane and motorists should expect delays most of Saturday and Sunday.
The southbound exit ramp from the Dallas North Tollway to SH 121 will also be closed over the weekend. Southbound motorists heading for SH 121 will need to exit the Tollway further north at the Warren Parkway exit and travel down the frontage road.
At 5:00 AM on Monday, May 24, NTTA will reopen the exit ramp and one of the lanes on the southbound Dallas North Tollway, but one of the lanes will remain closed. (The Tollway remains limited to two southbound lanes between Gaylord Parkway and Legacy Drive for approximately one year.)
Motorists are urged to use caution in the construction zone.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Wakeland H.S. Pep Rally and community night
PEP RALLY FOR WAKELAND VARSITY BOYS 4A STATE SOCCER CHAMPIONS TOMORROW, THURSDAY, MAY 20 AT 6 P.M., SIMPSON PLAZA; RALLY FOLLOWED BY FRISCO COMMUNITY NIGHT AT PIZZA HUT PARK
(May 19, 2010) Join the City of Frisco congratulate the Wakeland High School Varsity Boys Soccer Team as the new 4A State Champions tomorrow, May 20, starting at 6 p.m. Head to Simpson Plaza in front of City Hall,
located in the heart of Frisco Square, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., and 'cheer for the team' as the players make their way around the plaza in a fire engine.
"We're so proud of the team," said Mayor Maher Maso. "We wanted to honor our latest state champions with a pep rally in the plaza. We encourage the
entire community to join us, whether you're a Wolverine or not, and applaud these young men, as well as their coaches and trainers, on their incredible achievement."
Following the Wakeland High pep rally, all of Frisco is invited to walk
across the street to Pizza Hut Park for Frisco Community Night, where FC Dallas will play against the L.A. Galaxy. Pre-game festivities begin at 6 p.m. Kickoff is slated for 7:30 p.m.
All FISD students get in free. Adults and non-FISD students can purchase discounted seats for $15 each. Two dollars from each ticket purchased will benefit the Frisco Education Foundation. One dollar from each ticket purchased will benefit FISD schools.
The Wakeland High School Varsity Boys Soccer Team will also be honored during halftime festivities. Pizza Hut Park and FC Dallas will also award a "Spirit Stick" to the elementary school with the most students in attendance.
Show off your community pride and spirit! Support our 4A State Champion Wolverines and our home team, FC Dallas. For more information, go to www.friscotexas.gov and click on the 'Community Night' billboard.
(May 19, 2010) Join the City of Frisco congratulate the Wakeland High School Varsity Boys Soccer Team as the new 4A State Champions tomorrow, May 20, starting at 6 p.m. Head to Simpson Plaza in front of City Hall,
located in the heart of Frisco Square, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., and 'cheer for the team' as the players make their way around the plaza in a fire engine.
"We're so proud of the team," said Mayor Maher Maso. "We wanted to honor our latest state champions with a pep rally in the plaza. We encourage the
entire community to join us, whether you're a Wolverine or not, and applaud these young men, as well as their coaches and trainers, on their incredible achievement."
Following the Wakeland High pep rally, all of Frisco is invited to walk
across the street to Pizza Hut Park for Frisco Community Night, where FC Dallas will play against the L.A. Galaxy. Pre-game festivities begin at 6 p.m. Kickoff is slated for 7:30 p.m.
All FISD students get in free. Adults and non-FISD students can purchase discounted seats for $15 each. Two dollars from each ticket purchased will benefit the Frisco Education Foundation. One dollar from each ticket purchased will benefit FISD schools.
The Wakeland High School Varsity Boys Soccer Team will also be honored during halftime festivities. Pizza Hut Park and FC Dallas will also award a "Spirit Stick" to the elementary school with the most students in attendance.
Show off your community pride and spirit! Support our 4A State Champion Wolverines and our home team, FC Dallas. For more information, go to www.friscotexas.gov and click on the 'Community Night' billboard.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Donald Sweigart Kern Eagle Scout Proclamation
WHEREAS, Donald Sweigart Kern, son of Donald and Angela Kern and brother of Andrew has been a resident of Frisco, Texas, since 2000; and
WHEREAS, Donald Sweigart Kern is in 10th grade at Centennial High School where he is a member of the soccer team and plays for the FC Rangers with the Frisco Soccer Association. He also played baseball in 9th grade and has played select/competitive baseball throughout his scouting career. He is proud to be involved with the Centennial FFA program; because
WHEREAS, Donald Sweigart Kern plans to pursue a career as a Veterinarian and he also enjoys working with special needs children at the Special Olympics, sailboat racing on Lake Ray Hubbard, rollerblading, indoor rock climbing and golfing.
WHEREAS, Donald Sweigart Kern has been a member of the Boy Scouts of America since ¬¬¬2001 and is currently a member of Troop 216 which meets at Grace Avenue United Methodist Church. He has served as Senior Patrol Leader for Troop 216, Patrol Leader within the Troop, Troop Guide and Troop Quartermaster; and
WHEREAS, At a Court of Honor held on February 22, 2010, Donald Sweigart Kern was presented with the rank of Eagle Scout, a rank obtained by only four percent of all U.S. Scouts, having successfully completed 32 merit badges and continues to work on new ones. His Eagle service project was to build and erect 2 Purple Martin birdhouses and 2 Bat boxes in the Plantation Spring HOA Park. His team of volunteers also removed more than (3) 24’-trailer loads of debris from the park area, which included fallen trees, their branches and trash.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Maher Maso, Mayor of the City of Frisco, Texas, do hereby proclaim May 4, 2010, as
“DONALD SWEIGART KERN DAY”
In and throughout the City of Frisco, and urge all Citizens to congratulate him for his dedication and allegiance to his community and to the Boy Scouts of America.
WHEREAS, Donald Sweigart Kern is in 10th grade at Centennial High School where he is a member of the soccer team and plays for the FC Rangers with the Frisco Soccer Association. He also played baseball in 9th grade and has played select/competitive baseball throughout his scouting career. He is proud to be involved with the Centennial FFA program; because
WHEREAS, Donald Sweigart Kern plans to pursue a career as a Veterinarian and he also enjoys working with special needs children at the Special Olympics, sailboat racing on Lake Ray Hubbard, rollerblading, indoor rock climbing and golfing.
WHEREAS, Donald Sweigart Kern has been a member of the Boy Scouts of America since ¬¬¬2001 and is currently a member of Troop 216 which meets at Grace Avenue United Methodist Church. He has served as Senior Patrol Leader for Troop 216, Patrol Leader within the Troop, Troop Guide and Troop Quartermaster; and
WHEREAS, At a Court of Honor held on February 22, 2010, Donald Sweigart Kern was presented with the rank of Eagle Scout, a rank obtained by only four percent of all U.S. Scouts, having successfully completed 32 merit badges and continues to work on new ones. His Eagle service project was to build and erect 2 Purple Martin birdhouses and 2 Bat boxes in the Plantation Spring HOA Park. His team of volunteers also removed more than (3) 24’-trailer loads of debris from the park area, which included fallen trees, their branches and trash.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Maher Maso, Mayor of the City of Frisco, Texas, do hereby proclaim May 4, 2010, as
“DONALD SWEIGART KERN DAY”
In and throughout the City of Frisco, and urge all Citizens to congratulate him for his dedication and allegiance to his community and to the Boy Scouts of America.
Proclamation for Keith Koester Eagle Scout
WHEREAS, Keith Koester, son of Joe and Jan Koester and brother of Krystal and Kelsey has been a resident of Frisco, Texas, since his birth in 1993; and
WHEREAS, Keith Koester is a sophomore at Wakeland High School and is involved with his youth group at church and works at Chik-fil-a; and
WHEREAS, Keith Koester has been a member of the Boy Scouts of America since ¬¬¬first grade in Pack 298 and moved into Boy Scouts in the 5th grade to Troop 216 where he has been a Patrol Leader, Troop Guide, Assistant Patrol Leader and Senior Patrol Leader; and
WHEREAS, At a Court of Honor held on April 5th, Keith Koester was presented with the rank of Eagle Scout, a rank obtained by only four percent of all U.S. Scouts, having successfully completed 29 merit badges and an Eagle service project wherein he built large donation boxes for Frisco Family Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Maher Maso, Mayor of the City of Frisco, Texas, do hereby proclaim May 5th, which is also his birthday as:
WHEREAS, Keith Koester is a sophomore at Wakeland High School and is involved with his youth group at church and works at Chik-fil-a; and
WHEREAS, Keith Koester has been a member of the Boy Scouts of America since ¬¬¬first grade in Pack 298 and moved into Boy Scouts in the 5th grade to Troop 216 where he has been a Patrol Leader, Troop Guide, Assistant Patrol Leader and Senior Patrol Leader; and
WHEREAS, At a Court of Honor held on April 5th, Keith Koester was presented with the rank of Eagle Scout, a rank obtained by only four percent of all U.S. Scouts, having successfully completed 29 merit badges and an Eagle service project wherein he built large donation boxes for Frisco Family Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Maher Maso, Mayor of the City of Frisco, Texas, do hereby proclaim May 5th, which is also his birthday as:
“KEITH KOESTER DAY”
In and throughout the City of Frisco, and urge all Citizens to congratulate him for his dedication and allegiance to his community and to the Boy Scouts of America.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Traffic switch on Eldorado Parkway
Traffic on Eldorado Parkway will be switched to the new pavement between Dallas Parkway and Preston Road on Wednesday, May 19 (weather permitting). Traffic will flow on opposite sides of the roadway at the intersection with Dallas Parkway, and then all traffic will transition to the north half of the road at Woodsboro Drive. Two-way traffic will temporarily run together on the north half of the road so that the south half can be reconstructed as part of the Eldorado Parkway widening project. Traffic will transition back to the existing pavement just west of Preston Road.
Motorists should pay special attention to the new temporary turning lanes that will be available on Eldorado Parkway and the new location of stop lines on northbound Frisco Street and North County Road. Motorists are urged to use caution in the area as people become accustomed to the new traffic patterns.
Motorists should pay special attention to the new temporary turning lanes that will be available on Eldorado Parkway and the new location of stop lines on northbound Frisco Street and North County Road. Motorists are urged to use caution in the area as people become accustomed to the new traffic patterns.
Friday, May 14, 2010
PARKS & RECREATION Instructors Wanted
Do you have a special talent, skill or knowledge about a subject that you would like to share with the community?
The Parks & Recreation Department is hosting an instructor meeting for
individuals who would like to propose a new recreation class or program to be offered at the Frisco Athletic Center or at their place of business.
The meeting will be held Wednesday, May 19 from 6-8 p.m. in the Wet Classrooms located in the Indoor Aquatic Center at the Frisco Athletic Center (5828 Nancy Jane Lane). Proposal packets will be available. The proposal and selection process will be discussed, and there will be an
opportunity to ask questions.
Whether you would like to teach the class yourself or just have a great idea for a new recreation class, we would love to hear from you!
For more information, please contact Krysta McFarland, Recreation Program. Supervisor, at
KMcFarland@FriscoTexas.gov
The Parks & Recreation Department is hosting an instructor meeting for
individuals who would like to propose a new recreation class or program to be offered at the Frisco Athletic Center or at their place of business.
The meeting will be held Wednesday, May 19 from 6-8 p.m. in the Wet Classrooms located in the Indoor Aquatic Center at the Frisco Athletic Center (5828 Nancy Jane Lane). Proposal packets will be available. The proposal and selection process will be discussed, and there will be an
opportunity to ask questions.
Whether you would like to teach the class yourself or just have a great idea for a new recreation class, we would love to hear from you!
For more information, please contact Krysta McFarland, Recreation Program. Supervisor, at
KMcFarland@FriscoTexas.gov
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
5th Annual Mother & Daughter Tea
"For 2010, we are having a Tea with Panache!
Saturday, May 8th from 1:30 to 4PM at the Embassy Suites Frisco
Come and show off your dashing style while sipping tea and scouting out the latest fashions…
Over the last 4 years, our Mother & Daughter Tea has entertained and created memories for hundreds of mothers, daughters, grandmothers, sisters, and friends. We have raised $33,000 for local charities and plan to raise $15,000 for Heroes for Children in 2010. Frisco Women’s League invites you to join us for our fifth Annual Mother & Daughter Tea for an afternoon of delicious food, entertainment, and an opportunity to support children in Texas who are battling cancer.
Tickets are on sale now… please visit our website, http://FWLtea.org to buy your tickets today!
We are honored to have Janet St. James, Health Reporter, from WFAA Channel 8 as our mistress of ceremonies for a second year. Our 2010 Honorary Chair is Angela Paxton, wife of State Representative Ken Paxton. We are very excited that these two distinguished ladies are joining us this year in raising awareness and money for Heroes for Children.
Make sure you wear your fancy hat for our Hat Contest! Prizes for the craziest, most elegant, and overall best hats will be given to the hats with the most panache. View our photos page to see how much fun we had last year. We were honored to present Heroes for Children with a check for $11,000 in 2009!
Visit http://fwltea.org to buy your tickets today! The event sells out each year, so don't wait to buy yours!"
Saturday, May 8th from 1:30 to 4PM at the Embassy Suites Frisco
Come and show off your dashing style while sipping tea and scouting out the latest fashions…
Over the last 4 years, our Mother & Daughter Tea has entertained and created memories for hundreds of mothers, daughters, grandmothers, sisters, and friends. We have raised $33,000 for local charities and plan to raise $15,000 for Heroes for Children in 2010. Frisco Women’s League invites you to join us for our fifth Annual Mother & Daughter Tea for an afternoon of delicious food, entertainment, and an opportunity to support children in Texas who are battling cancer.
Tickets are on sale now… please visit our website, http://FWLtea.org to buy your tickets today!
We are honored to have Janet St. James, Health Reporter, from WFAA Channel 8 as our mistress of ceremonies for a second year. Our 2010 Honorary Chair is Angela Paxton, wife of State Representative Ken Paxton. We are very excited that these two distinguished ladies are joining us this year in raising awareness and money for Heroes for Children.
Make sure you wear your fancy hat for our Hat Contest! Prizes for the craziest, most elegant, and overall best hats will be given to the hats with the most panache. View our photos page to see how much fun we had last year. We were honored to present Heroes for Children with a check for $11,000 in 2009!
Visit http://fwltea.org to buy your tickets today! The event sells out each year, so don't wait to buy yours!"
Special Event: Wine Tasting - Texas Business Women of Frisco
Special Event: Wine Tasting - Texas Business Women of Frisco: "Event DetailsTime: June 15, 2010 from 6:15pm to 9pm
Location: Grape Escape, 2832 Eldorado Parkway,
Event Type: fundraiser
Organized By: Christine Thomas
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Share Twitter Facebook Event DescriptionCome join members and guests of Texas Business Women of Frisco at a Wine Tasting from 6:30 pm to 9:00pm on Tuesday June 15th. Unwind after a long day, meet new friends, laugh with old friends and share a glass of wine. Breathe that sigh of relaxation as you enter the door at Grape Escape, a hidden treasure in Frisco. Taste different wines, share your thoughts and learn from some experts about great wine and food pairings. Find a bottle or two you like and buy some to take home to your own table.
The event will be held at Grape Escape, a place of comfort, class and style. Network with and meet other professional men and women from the area, bring a friend or business associate or relax with friends and family in this cozy atmosphere. Grape Escape is located at 2832 Eldorado Parkway, #212, the S. E. corner of Eldorado and FM 423 in Frisco. Proceeds will benefit TBW of Frisco Scholarship Fund for Collin College.
Cost: $25.00 (cash or check at the door)
Click here to pay in advance by PayPal/Credit Card (add $1 PayPal/Credit Card fee)"
Location: Grape Escape, 2832 Eldorado Parkway,
Event Type: fundraiser
Organized By: Christine Thomas
Latest Activity: 21 hours ago Export to Outlook or iCal (.ics)
Share Twitter Facebook Event DescriptionCome join members and guests of Texas Business Women of Frisco at a Wine Tasting from 6:30 pm to 9:00pm on Tuesday June 15th. Unwind after a long day, meet new friends, laugh with old friends and share a glass of wine. Breathe that sigh of relaxation as you enter the door at Grape Escape, a hidden treasure in Frisco. Taste different wines, share your thoughts and learn from some experts about great wine and food pairings. Find a bottle or two you like and buy some to take home to your own table.
The event will be held at Grape Escape, a place of comfort, class and style. Network with and meet other professional men and women from the area, bring a friend or business associate or relax with friends and family in this cozy atmosphere. Grape Escape is located at 2832 Eldorado Parkway, #212, the S. E. corner of Eldorado and FM 423 in Frisco. Proceeds will benefit TBW of Frisco Scholarship Fund for Collin College.
Cost: $25.00 (cash or check at the door)
Click here to pay in advance by PayPal/Credit Card (add $1 PayPal/Credit Card fee)"
Vote for Best Stores in Texas
"Last year, both IKEA and Sam Moon Trading Company were voted Best Stores in Frisco through a poll with Shop Across Texas. The contest is on again this year.
Voting for the Best Stores in Texas will start in just a few days on ShopAcrossTexas.com! I have attached an icon for you to post on your website/facebook/twitter/etc. that will link to the page on ShopAcrossTexas.com where people can vote for Frisco stores. Here’s the url that you will want the icon to link to http://www.shopacrosstexas.com/2010BestStoreVote.php?cityname=Frisco We encourage you to promote this voting as much as possible so that stores in Frisco receive the most votes possible.
Shorter code for twitter is: http://ow.ly/1BICj
Remember that voting is open from May 1-June 15, and winners will be notified by August 1 !
Please help us spread the word!
Voting for the Best Stores in Texas will start in just a few days on ShopAcrossTexas.com! I have attached an icon for you to post on your website/facebook/twitter/etc. that will link to the page on ShopAcrossTexas.com where people can vote for Frisco stores. Here’s the url that you will want the icon to link to http://www.shopacrosstexas.com/2010BestStoreVote.php?cityname=Frisco We encourage you to promote this voting as much as possible so that stores in Frisco receive the most votes possible.
Shorter code for twitter is: http://ow.ly/1BICj
Remember that voting is open from May 1-June 15, and winners will be notified by August 1 !
Please help us spread the word!
Friday, April 30, 2010
DNT Service Roads closed for MS150
DELAYS AND CLOSURES ALONG DALLAS PARKWAY TOMORROW MORNING FOR MS 150 BIKE RACE
(April 30, 2010) Segments of northbound Dallas Parkway (and other roads) will be closed Saturday morning, May 1, for the “MS 150” bicycle race.
The race starts at Frisco's Dr Pepper Ballpark and travels north on Dallas Parkway to US 380. Between 7 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., the following roadways will be closed:
• Northbound Dallas Parkway will be closed between Eldorado Parkway and US
380. Northbound motorists should use the Dallas North Tollway or Preston Road as alternate routes to US 380. Motorists on Eldorado Parkway and Panther Creek Parkway will not be able to gain access to the northbound Tollway unless they turn south on Dallas Parkway, make a u-turn at Main Street, and use the entrance ramp just north of Main Street.
• The northbound exit ramps from the Dallas North Tollway to Panther Creek
Parkway and to C.R. 24/Virginia Parkway will be closed.
• Cobb Hill Drive will be closed between Dallas Parkway and Bethel Drive,
so Cobb Hill residents should use Eldorado Parkway or Panther Creek Parkway.
All other portions of northbound Dallas Parkway will remain open during this time, but the police department will be controlling the intersections between Dr Pepper Ballpark and Eldorado Parkway in order to facilitate the movement of the cyclists through town. Eastbound and westbound traffic on Eldorado Parkway should expect delays at the intersection with Dallas Parkway during this time.
Motorists are urged to use caution in the area.
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Traffic Control arount Pizza Hut Park for Edgefest
Eastbound Main Street and eastbound Cotton Gin Road -- between Legacy Drive and Dallas Parkway -- will be closed to traffic at 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 1, in order to move traffic out of Pizza Hut Park and Frisco Square following the EdgeFest Concert. Both roads should be open again by around midnight. During this closure, traffic heading east on Main Street should use Legacy Drive to reach either Eldorado Parkway or Lebanon Road to continue eastward. During this time, Frisco Square can be reached by using northbound Dallas Parkway or by turning left from southbound Dallas Parkway at Main Street.
To minimize congestion after the concert, exit routes from Pizza Hut Park and Frisco Square will be limited in order to reduce the points where traffic flows try to cross each other. A map has been posted on the City’s website that shows these exit routes (go to www.friscotexas.gov and click MOVE ALONG on the right side). Depending on where they park, concert goers will be directed onto eastbound or westbound Main Street or north to Eldorado Parkway when they leave Pizza Hut Park and then should follow the signs to reach the Dallas North Tollway, Preston Road, SH 121 or US 380. In addition, to ease congestion after the concert on the southbound Dallas Parkway for those entering the Tollway south of Main Street, a sign has been installed to remind motorists that they can use the right lane to continue to the next Tollway entrance ramp at Stonebrook Parkway.
Motorists are urged to use caution in the area.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Early Voting Starts Today
EARLY VOTING BEGINS TODAY, APRIL 26; TWO COUNCIL SEATS, 14 CITY CHARTER PROPOSITIONS TO BE DECIDED
(April 26, 2010) Frisco registered voters who want to cast ballots early can start today as they decide two city council races and approve or reject 14 revisions to the City of Frisco Home Rule Charter.
Early voting begins today and runs through May 4. Early voting hours are Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Thursday, April 29 polls will remain open an additional two hours, closing at 7 p.m.
On May 3 and May 4, hours will be extended from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. There is no early voting on Sunday, May 2.
Voters may cast early ballots at these early voting locations:
•Frisco Fire Station #4, 4485 Cotton Gin
•Preston Ridge Campus, Collin County Community College, 9700 Wade Blvd.
•The Collin County Elections Office, 2010 Red Bud Blvd., Suite 102, in
McKinney
•Heritage Lakes Amenities Center, 3949 Village Blvd.
All Frisco registered voters may vote at any of the early voting locations in Collin County. The complete list is available online at
www.friscoTexas.gov/elections
Collin County administers City of Frisco and Frisco ISD elections for all Frisco residents regardless of whether you live in Collin County or Denton County. In a related noted, Frisco ISD is not holding an election in May 2010.
(April 26, 2010) Frisco registered voters who want to cast ballots early can start today as they decide two city council races and approve or reject 14 revisions to the City of Frisco Home Rule Charter.
Early voting begins today and runs through May 4. Early voting hours are Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Thursday, April 29 polls will remain open an additional two hours, closing at 7 p.m.
On May 3 and May 4, hours will be extended from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. There is no early voting on Sunday, May 2.
Voters may cast early ballots at these early voting locations:
•Frisco Fire Station #4, 4485 Cotton Gin
•Preston Ridge Campus, Collin County Community College, 9700 Wade Blvd.
•The Collin County Elections Office, 2010 Red Bud Blvd., Suite 102, in
McKinney
•Heritage Lakes Amenities Center, 3949 Village Blvd.
All Frisco registered voters may vote at any of the early voting locations in Collin County. The complete list is available online at
www.friscoTexas.gov/elections
Collin County administers City of Frisco and Frisco ISD elections for all Frisco residents regardless of whether you live in Collin County or Denton County. In a related noted, Frisco ISD is not holding an election in May 2010.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
FW: 100th Birthday of Minnie Roberson Sterling
the Frisco Heritage Museum located at 6455 Page Street. Please join us in
celebrating the 100th Birthday of Minnie Roberson Sterling. Mrs. Sterling
was born April 27, 1910 in Collin County. Horse drawn wagons moved the
family's household goods to Frisco in 1918. Mrs. Sterling met her husband
Ray at Frisco High School where she graduated in 1929. Minnie is a talented
seamstress and many of her pieces will be on display, including the dress
that she entered in the State Fair in 1999 for which she won a ribbon.
Please stop by and share birthday cake with this amazing lady and enjoy a
video of her life and the well wishes of many friends.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Page Street Closed, April 21 -22
PAGE STREET CLOSED, APRIL 21 - 22
(April 20, 2010) Due to work on the Municipal Center Parking Garage, Page Street will be closed between Church Street and Library Street on Wednesday, April 21 and Thursday, April 22. Motorists will still be able to turn onto Church Street or Library Street from Page to access City Hall, the Library, and the drop boxes for utility payments and library books.
Detour signs will be posted to guide Page Street traffic around the closure, or through traffic can use Frisco Square Boulevard to access John Elliot Drive or Dallas Parkway directly.
When Page Street reopens on Thursday, April 23, the section of roadway adjacent to the construction site will be narrower and its travel lanes will be shifted to the south. New roadway striping will help guide traffic through the construction zone, which will remain in this narrower configuration for several months.
Motorists are encouraged to use caution in the area until people become accustomed to the new traffic pattern.
For a map, go to www.friscotexas.gov and click on ‘Road Advisory’.
Frisco Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum
REMINDER: Frisco Chamber of Commerce is hosting a candidate forum for the Frisco
City Council Elections and Collin College.
DATE: WEDNESDAY, April 21
TIME: 6pm - 8pm
LOCATION: Hall Office Park Conference Center (YMCA Bldg)
2401 Internet Blvd.
Frisco, TX 75034
Early Voting starts Monday, April 26
New Reusable Shopping Bag to Feature Student Design Celebrating 'Earth Day'
NEW REUSABLE SHOPPING BAG TO FEATURE STUDENT DESIGN CELEBRATING ‘EARTH DAY’
(April 20, 2010) Frisco celebrates Earth Day with a new program that’s ‘in the bag’!
The City of Frisco’s Environmental Services Division and the Frisco Tom Thumb will announce the student winner of the Reusable Bag Artwork Contest on Thursday, April 22.
Beginning that day, the winning artwork will be featured on reusable bags available for sale at the Frisco Tom Thumb, 4848 Preston Road.
“This is a great way for folks to show their environmental pride every time they visit the store,” said Jeremy Starritt, Environmental Education Coordinator. “We appreciate Tom Thumb’s support on this project, which we believe is a great way to mark the 40th anniversary of Earth Day.”
More than 75 students submitted artwork for the citywide contest which ended March 12. Entries were judged on originality, simplicity, legibility and creativity. To see artwork from the five finalists, check out www.friscogreenliving.com
The winning artwork will appear on reusable shopping bags available for sale at Tom Thumb in Frisco. The new reusable bags will be sold for .99 cents each. All proceeds from bag sales, along with a $500 donation from Tom Thumb, will benefit the Frisco Education Foundation and be used to create an environmental scholarship for a FISD high school senior.
“Tom Thumb is honored to partner with the City of Frisco Environmental Services for this Frisco Earth Day event,” said Connie Yates, Public Affairs Director for Tom Thumb. “This partnership has provided an opportunity to recognize young artistic talent while educating our great community to be partners with us in maintaining a greener environment.”
Each participant in this weekend’s ‘Clean It and Green It’ and ‘Chunk Your Junk’ events will receive one, new reusable bag. Both events will be held simultaneously this Saturday, April 24 from 8 a.m. – noon, in the IKEA parking lot. For more event information, go to www.friscotexas.gov/specialevents or www.friscogreenliving.com
Panther Creek Parkway Temporary Closure, April 20-May 1
PANTHER CREEK PARKWAY TEMPORARY CLOSURE, APRIL 20 – MAY 1
(April 20, 2010) As part of TxDOT’s widening project, Panther Creek Parkway will be closed just east of Preston Road starting Tuesday, April 20, and continuing through Saturday, May 1.
During this closure, residents who normally use Panther Creek Parkway to access their neighborhood from Preston Road will need to use Eldorado Parkway and Hillcrest Road to reach their destination. Detour signs will be posted.
(April 20, 2010) As part of TxDOT’s widening project, Panther Creek Parkway will be closed just east of Preston Road starting Tuesday, April 20, and continuing through Saturday, May 1.
During this closure, residents who normally use Panther Creek Parkway to access their neighborhood from Preston Road will need to use Eldorado Parkway and Hillcrest Road to reach their destination. Detour signs will be posted.
Asian American Heritage Month
WHEREAS, our country is strengthened by the many cultures and peoples that live in America and contribute greatly to our society; economy and way of life; and
WHEREAS, over 300,000 Asian Americans now reside in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area, representing a rapidly growing segment of the population of our city and nearby communities; and
WHEREAS, while Asian Americans celebrate their unique and rich history, culture and traditions, they also share values that are common throughout America-such as love of freedom, dedication to family, excellence in education and service to the community; and
WHEREAS, today Asian Americans have made important contributions to our city and our nation in government, business, education, science and other fields and because of their hard work and entrepreneurship Asian Americans have prospered and achieved success; and
WHEREAS, in the past year the Asian American community has made extraordinary contributions to educate their respective communities regarding the U.S. Census. The Korean community helped over 300 DFW area Koreans and non-ethnic Koreans fill out U.S. Census forms which equates to adding over $3 million from the U.S. Census budget for the DFW communities at large; and
WHEREAS, each year, the President of the United States of America, joined by elected officials and leaders throughout the country, collectively issue proclamations in the month of May to recognize the importance and the richness that the Asian American community adds to the cultural fabric of our society; and
WHEREAS, throughout the month of May, Asian Americans will join together to host celebrations and educational events, to honor the strong heritage, history, and culture of their ancestral homeland and their role in the future of America.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Maher Maso, Mayor of the City of Frisco, Texas, do hereby proclaim the month of May 2010 as
“ASIAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH”
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Proclamation
WHEREAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong disability, typically appearing in the first three years of life and potentially resulting in significant impairment of an individual’s ability to communicate, understand social interactions, and develop appropriate interactive behaviors; and
WHEREAS, Eleven out of every 1,000 Texas children are diagnosed with ASD. Early diagnosis, appropriate education and interaction throughout one’s life span are vital to the growth and development of the individual; and
WHEREAS, Although a cure is not currently known, researchers are investigating a number of possibilities. During the month of April, an awareness campaign is being conducted to highlight the work of these individuals, as well as to educate the public about ASD.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Maher Maso , Mayor of the City of Frisco, Texas do hereby proclaim April 2010 as
”AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER AWARENESS MONTH”
And encourage everyone in our great City to support our citizens affected by autism and to recognize the hard work families and health care professionals do to support autistic individuals and to find a cure. Together, we can continue to make a difference for the future.
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