May 28, 2021
Cleburne ranked in safest cities in Texas
Cleburne is ranked as one of the top 20 safest cities in Texas based on crime rate and financial safety data.

The home security website Safety.com has created its 2021 list of safest cities in the state with Cleburne taking the number 20 position. Cleburne joins the ranks of Longview and Mesquite, which are in the 19th and 18th positions respectively.

“We are glad to see Cleburne recognized as one of the safest cities in Texas,” Police Chief Rob Severance said. “These accomplishments are achieved not only by the efforts of our police officers but also by Cleburnites doing their part of keep their community safe.”
City offices closed Monday for Memorial Day, trash on schedule
City of Cleburne offices will be closed Monday, May 31, for Memorial Day.
Curbside trash and bulk pickup routes will remain on their normal schedule. The Transfer Station will be closed on Monday.
The Cleburne Public Library will be closed May 29 and 31.
Booker T. Washing Recreation Center and Splash Station will be open for their normal hours on Monday.
Cleburne Golf Links is offering tee times for the holiday.
Red white and blue american flag graphic for memorial day 2021
Splash Station to open fully for summer season on May 29
The Splash Station summer season opens at noon May 29!

Mark your calendars for a summer of water fun! The facility will be fully open including play areas and slides.
Splash Station Competition Pool Open Swim
Public Library's Summer Reading Program kicks off June 1
The Cleburne Public Library is opening its Summer Reading program with a free foam party from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on June 1 at Hulen Park.

Attendees should bring a towel and swim attire.

Children playing in foam promoting summer reading kick off
Community life jacket station at Lake Pat for young swimmers
Planning a day at Lake Pat with the family this summer?

Make sure to stay safe and prevent childhood drownings by making sure young children are wearing a life jacket when swimming. We have two community life jacket stations at the lake for those that don't have their own.
A display about life jacket safety with youth life jackets for use at Lake Pat Cleburne
Meet the Pet of the Week
Meet Pet of the Week Petunia! We believe this sweet and lovable girl is a 2-year-old Shar Pei mix. She's wrinkly and adorable! Petunia loves to play, get belly rubs, cuddle, and be loved in general. She also loves to get the zoomies and dances when she is really excited. Petunia is as cute as can be and can't wait to find a new home! 
Shar Pei dog Petunia in a grassy field
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