Welcome to UPdate. This mid-month publication provides residents with timely information about upcoming City projects, programs and events. You can sign up for things too.
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Vote for your favorite fire safety chalk drawing! |
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Last week was the 100th anniversary of national Fire Prevention Week. UPFD answered your burning questions, and each HPISD school created a chalk drawing that represents fire safety. It's almost time for you to vote for your favorite drawing!
Photos of the drawings will be posted on our Facebook page on Monday, October 17 and voting will take place through Friday, October 21. To vote for your favorite drawing, all you have do is "like" the specific school's photo. The school with the most likes will win a pizza party with UPFD!
For more information about fire safety and Fire Prevention Week, visit nfpa.org/fpw.
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Bike Safety with UPPD Sergeant Rod Edwards |
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Join UP Public Library in the south Wentwood parking lot on Saturday, October 22 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for a bike safety lesson and obstacle course hosted by the UP Police Department!
Sergeant Edwards will discuss:
- Riding on sidewalks
- Alley safety
- Hand signals
- Stop signs
- Halloween safety tips & more!
Be sure to bring your bikes and helmets to this family-friendly event.
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Park Cities Recycling Event - Saturday, November 12 |
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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 Saturday, November 12 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Here is another chance to clear out your garage, attic and closets of old financial and medical documents, outdated or unused electronics and even clothing and furniture.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 other appliances. All donors will be given a receipt for tax deduction purposes.
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Friends of the University Park Library will be on-site collecting new and gently used books for the Second Chapter Bookstore (no textbooks please).
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Snider Plaza Tree Lighting - Sunday, November 20 |
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Save the date for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting in Snider Plaza! Residents from throughout the area gather in University Park’s Snider Plaza to celebrate the coming holiday season. The festivities, featuring live holiday carols and dance, take place near the Plaza’s famous fountain. The highlight of the night comes when we illuminate the holiday tree. |
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- Younger trick-or-treaters should be supervised by an adult.
- Older children should trick-or-treat in large groups, if they are not accompanied by an adult.
- Parents should know the route their older children are taking and they should stay in touch with the group.
- Trick-or-treaters should only visit homes that are well-lit and that are obviously welcoming Halloween guests.
- Trick-or-treaters should carry flashlights and use reflective tape on their costumes so that motorists can see them.
- Trick-or-treaters should stay on sidewalks and obey pedestrian rules.
- Light your home well.
- Remove obstacles from your front porch and yards so that visitors don’t stumble or trip.
- Use artificial candles to avoid fire hazards.
Parents -- Halloween gives you the opportunity to talk with your children about precautions to take before consuming candy and treats.
- Make sure your kids realize that just because something looks like candy and it may even be brightly colored, it doesn't mean it's harmless.
- Tell your kids not to consume anything that they can't identify.
- Tell your children not to accept -- and especially not to eat -- anything that isn't commercially wrapped.
- Tell your children to not eat any trick-or-treat candy until it is inspected by an adult.
- You should also inspect commercially wrapped treats for signs of tampering, such as unusual appearance or discoloration, tiny pinholes, or wrapper tears.
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Prescription Drug Take Back Day - October 29 |
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Saturday, October 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., University Park residents can dispose of accumulated unwanted, and unused prescription drugs by stopping by the Fire Station side of University Park City Hall at 3800 University Blvd. This effort, hosted by UPPD, is part of a nationwide drug disposal program started by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
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2023 Resident Parking District stickers |
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The annual parking sticker application process is underway for residents who live in the Hillcrest West, Hillcrest East, R and YMCA parking districts. The new parking district stickers are valid through December 31, 2023. Two stickers and two year-long visitor placards are provided per household, free of charge. Send an email to dkossmann@uptexas.org to obtain directions and the permit application electronically or stop by the police administration office Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- To obtain annual parking stickers and hang tags, homeowners must complete the Resident Parking Permit Application and show proof of residency – Valid Texas Driver License or ID Card, current electric, phone or water bill (within the last 60 days), or insurance policy.
- All applicants renting property must provide a copy of their current lease for review by staff.
- Stickers are valid only when they are permanently affixed to the OUTSIDE of the vehicle (lower left-hand corner of the rear window).
- Stickers are not transferable. If a resident sells a vehicle, or a lease vehicle is returned, the resident is responsible for removing the sticker and obtaining a replacement sticker for the new/current vehicle.
- As a courtesy to others, park with traffic at all times. It is illegal in Texas to park facing oncoming traffic.
- Temporary Passes/Hang Tags are only valid while visiting permit holder’s residence.
- Temporary Paper Passes (good for five days) can be delivered 24/7 by calling 214-363-3000.
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Block parties are a great way to meet your neighbors and visit about neighborhood issues. The City will supply residents with traffic cones and signs to close the block to traffic. If you are planning a neighborhood block party, you must submit an application no later than three working days before the scheduled event.
Residents are reminded that block parties are not allowed on October 31. This policy assures that proper traffic flow is maintained, especially for emergency vehicles.
To learn more or to submit an application, click on the button below.
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This program provides for the reforestation of University Park by planting trees on the parkway (the grassy area between the sidewalk and the street curb) or allows the homeowner to purchase a smaller tree to plant on their property.
Parkway Trees
Trees may be purchased from the City for $150. This price includes the planting of the tree by the Parks and Recreation Department. All trees are 30 gallon, container-grown, approximately 2 inches in trunk diameter, and 8-10 feet tall. Available tree varieties include Cedar Elm, Chinquapin Oak, Live Oak, and Red Oak.
Private Property Trees
Residents may also purchase trees for $75 for home planting, and the Parks and Recreation Department will drop the tree off at your home for you to plant on your property. All of these trees are 10-gallon, container-grown, and are approximately 6 – 8 feet in height and 1- 1 ½ inch caliper. Available tree varieties include Bur Oak, Cedar Elm, Chinquapin Oak, Live Oak, and Red Oak.
Once planted, the care and maintenance of the trees becomes the responsibility of the homeowner. The primary planting season is between November 15 and February 15, however since the trees are container-grown they can be planted year-round. Although the trees are not guaranteed, they are handpicked by the City's Urban Forester, and the survival rate is very good.
Order Now
The Parks Department is accepting orders for the Trees for Town program through December 31, 2022.
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FRIENDS OF THE UP PUBLIC LIBRARY |
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The Friends of the University Park Public Library is thrilled to announce that Second Chapter Bookstore will be popping up again this year, opening its doors on Saturday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Second Chapter will sell gently used, donated books, with proceeds benefiting the University Park Public Library.
Conceived during 2020's quarantine, Second Chapter Bookstore became a staple in our community in both 2020 and 2021, allowing patrons, neighbors, and volunteers to come together and share a love of books. We are thrilled to continue what we started for a third year.
Second Chapter will be popping up in the same space at 6916 SNIDER PLAZA, next to East Hampton Sandwich Co. and Short Stop. The store will be in operation from October 15 to January 14 on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
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Upcoming City Meetings & Events |
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STAY CONNECTED TO THE CITY ON SOCIAL MEDIA |
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