July 24, 2020
Cleburne Police receive
Texas best practices recognition
The Texas Police Chiefs Association renewed the Cleburne Police Department’s Law Enforcement Agency Best Practices Recognition following a 2020 review.

“Of the 2,400 police departments in Texas only 167 have the recognized status,” Texas Recognition Program Director Max Westbrook said. “Only 94 have been re-recognized.

The recognition acknowledges the police department’s commitment to effective service that reduces risks and protects individual’s rights. Cleburne Police first received the recognition in 2016. Agencies must submit annual reports and analyses to assure compliance and the association conducts an on-site inspection every four years.

“Not only do our police officers handle themselves extremely professionally but they do their job with compassion and care for those involved,” Mayor Scott Cain said.
Cleburne begins Zoning Ordinance update process with kick-off
The City of Cleburne is undergoing the process to revise its Zoning Ordinance to modernize and simplify the ordinance and update regulations through a strategic and community-based process.

On Thursday, the City held a kick-off meeting to provide a project overview for City Council, the Planning and Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Adjustment, and the Zoning Ordinance Update Advisory Committee.

FREE drive-thru COVID-19 testing available to City, County residents
The City of Cleburne and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne offer free drive-thru COVID-19 testing.
 
Testing is available to Cleburne and Johnson County residents from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Cleburne Senior Center.
 
Free testing is by appointment only. Appointments can be made by calling 817-645-0964. Eligible participants must either have been in close contact with an active confirmed COVID-19 patient or be showing symptoms.
 
The 2020 Census online helps the community in many ways
Census Takers will begin visiting homes on Aug. 11. By completing the 2020 Census online a taker may not have to come by your home.

Filling out the 2020 Census provides a snapshot of our community. Your data will also be used to determine government representation and how millions in federal money is allocated to fund programs like schools, transportation projects, and public safety.

Meet the Pet of the Week
Meet Pet of the Week Jason! This fun and friendly pup is a 4-month-old Plott Hound type mix. Jason is smart and eager to please. He will be a big boy when fully grown so please keep that in mind. If you are interested in meeting this great pup, please go to our website to fill out the adoption application. Jason's adoption fee is just $25!

Jason Pet of the Week
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