The Good Life: The City of Bryan electronic newsletter.
Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020
Residential permit numbers continue to soar
It's official: The City of Bryan once again broke its record for the number of single-family home permits issued in a year. There were nearly 600 permits issued in 2019, which continues the upward trend the city has seen over the last few years.
Drive-in Recycling Center to permanently close on Feb. 16
The Bryan Drive-In Recycling Center at 2202 Briarcrest Drive will be permanently closing on Feb. 16 to allow for redevelopment of the Walmart shopping center.

Bryan Aquatic Center closed in early February
The Bryan Aquatic Center will be closed from Feb. 3-10 while the city makes the facility more accessible to everyone.

You're invited: Blue Duck Scooter community town hall
Tuesday, Feb. 4｜6 p.m.｜Palace Theater
Have some questions about the new scooters in town? Blue Duck, the company behind the scooters, is holding a town hall meeting to answer questions, provide hands-on demonstrations and listen to feedback about their pilot program in Bryan. Everyone is invited to attend; RSVPs are not required.

Opportunities available to give input on community needs
Bryan's Community Development Department is in the middle of its 5-Year Consolidated Plan Assessment to help identify the needs in our community. How can you help? Attend a neighborhood meeting or take surveys to help guide the process.


Carter Creek Parkway closed for drainage improvements
Carter Creek Parkway from E. Villa Maria Road north to Burton Drive will remain closed for a few more weeks as crews work on storm drainage improvements in the neighborhood.

Keep an eye out for Midtown news
The Midtown Area Plan is nearly complete, and soon, city staff will make it available to the public. We appreciate all of the residents who have participated in this process, and we hope you will see the plan is derived from your goals and considerations for the Midtown Area.

Look for the plan and a feedback survey to be available early February on the city's website.

Sign up for The Big Event
Since its introduction in 1982, The Big Event has become the largest one-day, student-run service project in the nation. For the past 37 years, Aggie students have participated in this annual event in our community by completing service projects such as yard work, painting and window washing for residents. The deadline to submit a job request is Feb. 8.

In case you missed it: Along with this e-newsletter, we launched a monthly video news program. Check it out on our Youtube channel , or catch it all month long on Suddenlink Channel 16.
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Panda
Boston Terrier Mix ｜ 3 years old ｜ Spayed Female

Howdy, my name is Panda. As you can see, I am VERY photogenic. I would do well in any home and enjoy other dogs' company. I love being any human's center of attention and enjoy going for lots of walks. I am the sweetest girl at the Bryan Animal Center and I'm waiting for my forever home. Will you be my FURever friend?

If you are interested in ado pting Panda, ple ase contact the Bryan Animal Center, 979.209.5260, or visit in person at 2207 Finfeather Road.
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