The Good Life: The City of Bryan electronic newsletter.
Thursday, May 28, 2020
City Council accepts donation of Phillips Event Center property
The Phillips Event Center is now owned by the City of Bryan. A t their May 18, 2020 meeting, t he Bryan City Council accepted the property as a donation from Wallace Phillips of the 1980 Phillips Group, LLC. The donation of the Phillips Event Center includes 7.27 acres of land, six tennis courts, a swimming pool, two auxiliary buildings and a 26,500-square-foot clubhouse. The clubhouse consists of the Quarry Bar & Grill, an outdoor porch, wrap-around balcony, kitchens, banquet/meeting space and office areas.
Make sure you use approved contractors for roof repairs
Wednesday's hail storm may have brought damage to your home's roof, and it's important to ensure that you hire a reputable contractor to make repairs and help ensure the work is done well.

Operation Restart helps businesses be "Recovery Ready"
More than 200 businesses in Bryan-College Station have signed the "Recovery Ready" pledge in Operation Restart, signaling that they are committed to following best practices to keep the public and their employees safe. When you see window stickers and signs in front of a business, you can be confident that that are "Recovery Ready."

Public encouraged to continue social distancing as businesses continue to reopen
As various businesses continue to reopen in Texas, members of the public are encouraged to continue practicing social distancing and observing health precautions, such as washing hands and wearing face coverings in public.

How confidential is the Census? + giveaways!
Your responses to the 2020 Census are safe, secure and protected by federal law, and they cannot be used against you in any way. Personally identifying census data is protected by law and is not shared with immigration or law enforcement agencies.


GIVEAWAY: Fill out your census and follow the City of Bryan's social media over the next several weeks for chances to win gift cards from local Bryan businesses.
Midtown pattern book wins merit award for pattern zoning
The City of Bryan will receive a Merit Award from the Congress for New Urbanism's Charter Awards for the pattern zoning concept in the city's recently adopted Midtown Area Plan . Pattern Zoning is a central concept to the overall plan, which provides flexible options to guide redevelopment in the city's Midtown corridor.

Online registration unavailable on June 1
The City of Bryan's and Lake Bryan's online program registration system will be unavailable on June 1 to allow for upgrades to the system. Anyone with questions about Parks & Recreation reservations or programs should call 979.209.5528. If you have questions about Lake Bryan reservations, please call 979.775.7800.
BTU recognized as Reliable Public Power Provider
BTU was awarded the Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3) Diamond designation by the American Public Power Association for a third consecutive three-year term after scoring 100% on the evaluated criteria.

Help the city understand the impacts of COVID-19
COVID-19 has affected our community in a number of ways, and the City of Bryan would like to hear from business owners about the impacts they have experienced through an online survey.

Answers received from this survey will be used to determine how to best assist community members and businesses with recovery.

New COVID-19 assistance programs available soon
Several new assistance programs will soon be available through the City of Bryan’s Community Development Department to help individuals and businesses with COVID-19 relief. The Bryan City Council approved more than $500,000 in assistance programs at their last meeting.

BCS Library System summer reading starts Monday
“Imagine Your Story” and join the Bryan + College Station Public Library System for its annual Summer Reading Program from June 1 through July 31. This year’s registration, fun programs and activities will all take place online. Participate in fun reading, adventures, writing and drawing contests, crafts and activities for all ages that are sure to make your summer memorable. On June 1, log on
to explore and create your story.

June 6 is National Trails Day , and we encourage you to go out and explore the 24 different trails in Bryan. You can find a map of the city's parks and trails online. Pictured above is a bridge that is part of Austin's Colony Trail.
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Toad
Shepherd/Collie mix｜1 year old｜Neutered male

Hi, my name is Toad, and I’m 'toad'ally in love with you already! I do not believe in personal space, and I love attention. I may be big, but trust me, I am a lap dog. Do you love kisses? Great, because you are going to get them anyway! I enjoy playing with toys and would love a yard. I would be good with children and other dogs. I will also make a great photoshoot partner; just look how photogenic I am. I have so much love to give and hope to be a part of your family. Come meet me at the Bryan Animal Center today!

If you are interested in ado pting Toad, ple ase contact the Bryan Animal Center , 979.209.5260 to schedule an appointment to visit.
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