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City of University Park, Texas, 3800 University Blvd. |
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To our readers: Given the fluid nature of the COVID-19 response and the need for timely and accurate information, the City will not be offering a printed edition of the October Arbor. This electronic version contains all of the content that would have appeared in a printed copy without the chance of being out-of-date. Click here for the latest COVID-19 information and updates.
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Fall Park Cities recycling event - Saturday, November 7 |
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The next Park Cities recycling event will take place in the SMU parking lot on the south side of Burleson Park on Saturday, November 7 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Here is another chance to clear out your garage, attic and closets of old financial and medical documents, outdated or unused electronics and even clothing and furniture.
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Paper products and documents that can be disposed of include: Tax records, medical records, legal files, financial records, invoices, canceled checks, blueprints, contracts, payroll records, company letterhead, junk mail containing personal information and any information that contains credit card, social security, driver license and account numbers.
Accepted E-waste items include: Computers, computer monitors, computer accessories, TV’s, printers, DVD/CD players, copiers, fax machines, scanners, cell phones and chargers, external hard drives, video and camera equipment, video game systems, cables, power cords, power strips and more.
Participating firms/organizations
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Shred-it will collect and shred all documents on-site.
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Global Asset collects and disposes of all E-waste items. In addition to working with the City and other municipalities, the company currently supports over 150 clients in the public sector. Global Asset removes data on all collected storage devices using Department of Defense security standards.
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Salvation Army will also be on-site. Donated items must be in working condition, and contain all parts and accessories. Clothing items must not be torn or stained. The Salvation Army will also take all wood furniture, refrigerators, stoves, washing machines, dryers and any appliances. All donors will be given a receipt for tax deduction purposes.
COVID-19 Advisory: For your safety and ours, all personnel working the event will be wearing facial coverings when they remove items from your vehicle. Please stay in your vehicle as your recycled/donated items are being removed. Also note, that the presentation of this event is subject to evolving State and County orders and guidelines. This event could be canceled due to community health concerns.
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Keep up-to-date with local COVID-19 data |
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Since March, the City has worked diligently to keep residents, merchants and visitors apprised of the latest information on COVID-19. If you are looking for the most recent directives, regulations and data from the state, the county, HPISD or SMU, a good place to start is the COVID-19 page on the City's website. This page content is updated whenever there is new information released by any of the just-mentioned entities.
In addition to the City's website, if you haven't already done so, we urge you to follow the City on social media, and to sign up to receive electronic versions of the Arbor and UPdate. For the foreseeable future, the City will continue to distribute a special COVID-19 edition of UPdate every Friday night.
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November 3 General Election Voter information |
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Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. Below are some key dates:
Oct. 5 - Last day to register to vote
Oct. 13 - Early voting – first day
Oct. 23 - Last day to apply to vote by mail
Oct. 30 - Early voting – last day
Nov. 3 - Election Day
Nov. 4 - Postmarked mail ballots must be received by 5 p.m. to be counted
Early Voting Locations - the two sites closest to University Park are UP United Methodist at 4024 Caruth and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church at 7611 Park Lane. UP City Hall is NOT a polling location, either for Early Voting or on Election Day. The list of Election Day polling locations has not been posted yet.
For more information, please visit the Dallas County Election Department website or call 469-627-VOTE (8683).
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Political yard sign reminders |
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Campaign 2020 is in its final days, which means you will be seeing a lot of political signs on residential lots throughout the City. If you choose to place a political sign on your property to support your favorite candidate, here are a few things to keep in mind:
- You do not need a permit to place a political sign on your property, but please remember that the signs cannot be placed on parkways (the area between the curb and your property line) or public property.
- Please do not put a political sign in a place that will obstruct or interfere with the line of sight at street intersections and street/alley intersections. The sight line standards at street intersections is 35 feet and at street/alley intersections is 15 feet.
- Political signs cannot be illuminated or have any moving parts.
- Signs can be displayed 90 days before the date of the election. After Election Day, they must be removed within 10 days.
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Coming soon - Calendar of upcoming Seasonal Events! |
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Although COVID-19 precautions will result in some alterations in the City's usual slate of holiday events, we have some exciting community activities in the works for October, November and December. So, keep an eye on the City's website and our various social media platforms as we post dates, times and details for a variety of City-backed efforts focused on holiday fun and enjoyment! |
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National honor for Parks and Recreation Director, Sean Johnson |
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The City is pleased to announced that Sean Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation, is one of 12 industry professionals recently elected into the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration.
"The Class of 2020 is a great addition to the Academy," 2020 Academy President Diane Hoover said. "It is one of most diverse classes the Academy has ever inducted with professionals and educators from eight different states – all of which have superior career experience and a dedication to improving the quality of life through the provision of high-quality parks and recreation opportunities."
Established in 1980, the Academy was formed to advance knowledge related to the administration of recreation and parks, to support and encourage scholarly efforts by both practitioners and educators to enhance the practice of park and recreation administration, to promote broader public understanding of the importance of parks and recreation to the public good, and to conduct research, publish scholarly papers and/or sponsor seminars related to the advancement of park and recreation administration.
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Reducing bike thefts
University Park is a safe place to live and work, thanks in part to those who continue to quickly report suspicious activity. Taking simple steps to make things a little tougher for thieves is another way that you and your neighbors can help keep everyone safe.
Most of the time bikes are stolen because they are easy to take. U-shaped locks are best for keeping bikes secure when they are in a public place. Once you are back home, don't leave your bike in plain sight. Take a few moments to place it in the garage or inside your house. If the garage is where you park your bike, don't forget to close the garage door and lock up. Parents - this is a good conversation to have with your kids!
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Pick up after your pet
With the cooler fall weather, now is the perfect time to take your favorite four-legged friends for a walk through the neighborhoods or to the nearest park. While you are enjoying the exercise and fresh air, please remember to clean up after your pet. Remember too, it is against City ordinance to place pet waste and other garbage in someone else's trash containers.
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