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May 28, 2007
Volume 3 Number 12

Important Links


Firscofirst Web Site

Community Calendar

In This Issue
Frisco Population
Community Links
HOA Directory
New Resident Information
Council Resources
Welcome
AIDS Outreach
City Council Elections
Memorial Day Hours
Movies in the Square
City Hall 101 Ediorials
Frisco Home Child Care
Summer Concert Series
Patterson Rehired
New Instructors Needed
Frisco ISD School Beat
Music Conservatory of Texas Camps
Tree Debris Pickup
Junior Citizen's Fire Academy
Municipal Outdoor Pool Opening
Future Meetings




 

"No Great thing is created Suddenly"

--Epictetus (A.D.200)






 
 


Frisco Population


May 1, 2007: 94,652  -  757 *
Apr 1, 2007: 95,409  +  719
Mar 1, 2007: 94,690  +  702
Feb 1, 2007: 93,988  +   642
Jan 1, 2007: 93,346  + 1,148
Dec 1, 2006: 92,198  +   769
Nov 1, 2006: 91,429  +   831
Oct 1, 2006: 90,598   +   782
Sep 1, 2006: 89,816  +   745
Aug 1, 2006: 89,071  +   602
Jul 1, 2006: 88,469    +   729
Jun 1, 2006: 87,740   +   769
May 1, 2006: 86,971  +10,211
May 1, 2005: 76,760  +11,281
May 1, 2004: 65,479     

2006 Average
852 people per month moved to Frisco

2005 Average
768 people per month moved to Frisco *

*Adjusted with NCTCOG numbers







[Pictures linked to the City of Frisco Web Site]






Mayor/Council E-mails

Mayor Mike Simpson
Second Term
Term Ends: May 2008
Years as Mayor/council: 7
972-292-4502
Mayor Mike Simpson
msimpson@friscotexas.gov


Council Members

Maher Maso
Mayor Pro Tem
Third Term
Term Ends: May 2007
Years on Council: 7
469-556-2631
Mayor Pro Tem Maher Maso
mmaso@friscotexas.gov



Joy West
Second Term
Term Ends: May 2009
Years on Council: 6
972-292-5053
Council Member Joy West
jwest@friscotexas.gov



Matt Lafata
Second Term
Term Ends: May 2008
Years on Council: 5
972-292-5056
Council Member Matt Lafata
mlafata@friscotexas.gov



Dr. Jim Joyner
Second Term
Term Ends: May 2008
Years on Council 4
972-292-5055
Council Member Dr. Jim Joyner
jjoyner@friscotexas.gov



Bob Allen
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
Second Term
Term Ends: May 2007
Years on Council 5
972-292-5052
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem
ballen@friscotexas.gov



Tony Felker
First Term
Term Ends: May 2009
Years on Council: 3
972-292-5051
Council Member Tony Felker
tfelker@friscotexas.gov





City Manager
George Purefoy
Appointed in 1987
Years as City Manager: 19
City Manager George Purefoy
gpurefoy@friscotexas.gov
 



 

County County  Elected Official for Frisco


Commissioner Joe Jaynes
Commissioner Phyllis Cole
Judge Keith Self



Denton County Elected Officials for Frisco

Commissioner Cynthia White

Judge Mary Horn



Justice of the Peace
 Collin County





Justice of the Peace Denton County Precinct 2

Judge James R. DePiazza



Constable - Collin County

Johnny Todd



State Representative

Ken Paxton
Capital Steps-Newsletter






Community Links



Friscofirst (my web site)
Friscofirst Community Calendar


Around Town Kids
Arts of Collin County
Birth/Death Certificates
Boys & Girls Club of CC
CCCCD Education Foundation
City of Frisco
Collin County
Collin County Community College
Denton County
Discover Frisco
DMN BlogFamily Watchdog
FC Dallas professional Soccer
Frisco Assoc. for the Arts
Frisco Athletic Network
Frisco Baseball/Softball (FBSA)
Frisco Chamber of Commerce
Frisco Convention & Visitors Bureau
Frisco Family Services
Frisco Football League (FFL)
Frisco Heritage Assoc.
Frisco ISD
Frisco Library
Frisco Neighborhood Watch
Frisco Roughriders
Frisco Soccer
Frisco Swim Team
Kids Kaleidoscope
Lewisville ISD
Miracle League of Frisco
Texas Tornado Hockey
Visual Arts Guild of Frisco
Volunteer Center of North Texas
Youth Leadership Frisco


CALENDARS

For those that are using my Community Calendar, I have made some modifications to make it more user friendly. I have turned on the ability for anyone to enter their own calendar events. If you are part of an organization that has a function or event coming up, feel free to enter it. It will not display right away as all new items must be approved before being made public.  This calendar is a community calendar and not for business or private usage.   You can find the calendar HERE on my web site or directly on the calendar web site.  Both sites allow modifications.  To keep the newsletter from getting too large, I am reducing the number of repeat articles and simply moving them to the calendar.









HOA Directory


 

(If you are in an HOA that is not listed and you know the web address, please e-mail me) ===============




Cheyenne Crossing
Custer Creek Farms
Dominion at Panther Creek
Estates on Legacy
Fairfield Estates
Frisco Fairways
Frisco Heights
Grayhawk
Griffin Park HOA
Heather Ridge Estates
Heritage Green
Heritage Lakes
Heritage Village
Hickory Street Village
Hunters Creek
Lakehill
Lonestar Ranch
Northridge Frisco
Meadow Hill Estates
Panther Creek Estates
Plantation Resort
Plantation Resort 2
Plantation Springs
Preston Highlands N.
Preston Lakes.
Preston Vineyards N.
Starwood HOA
Stewart Creek
Stonebriar Creek estates
Stonebriar
The Trails of West Frisco
Turnbridge Manor
Waterford Falls
Westfalls Village
Westfalls Village Frisco
Willow Pond
Villages of Lake Brook Farms


 



 




Mandatory Stage 3 Water Restrictions are in effect.
 




City of Frisco Jobs Interested in working for the City?


Frisco Police Department Jobs


Arts of Collin County Have you heard about the 118 acre tri-city arts park?
 





 




New Resident Information:
(visit the link above for complete information)




Frisco Police
   Emergency: 911
   Non-Emergency: 972.292.6010

Drivers License
   Collin County: 214-733-5350
   Denton County: 972-221-8081

School Districts in Frisco
Frisco ISD: 469-633-6000
Lewisville ISD: 972-539-1551
Prosper ISD: 972-346-3316

Colleges
CCCCD: 972-377-1790
Amberton Univ.: 972-279-6511
Dallas Baptist Univ: 214-333-5777

Utilities
Water/Sewer: 972-292-5575
Time Warner: 1-888-COMCAST
Grande Comm: 1-877-238- 6891

Electricity:
    TXU Electric Delivery - 1-800-274-4014
    Oncor Power to Choose - 866-797-4839
    Oncor Outage Reporting - 888-313-4747

Gas:
    CoServ- 1-800-566-2314
    Atmos - 1-800-460-3030

Telephone:
    SBC - 1-800-585-7928
    Grande Comm. 877-238-6891
Internet:
    Comcast: 1-888-824-8101
    Grande Comm:  877-238-6891



































Frisco Government Access Channel (FGAC)
Time Warner Cable: Channel 16
Grande Cable:          Channel 12

Council Broadcasts
Tuesday - 9:00 am
Thursday - 7:00 pm
Saturday - 2:00 pm

P&Z Broadcasts:
Monday - 7:00 pm
Wednesday - 7:00 pm
Thursday - 9:00 am

















 

Council Resources


 















Warrant List

The Collin County Sheriff's Office is now posting a searchable list of more than 35,000 active warrants on the county's web page. The list covers active arrest warrants from Class-C misdemeanors to First-degree felonies, and includes fine amounts, bond amounts and the name, physical description and the last known address of an offender. The web page also has instructions posted on how those on the list can pay off late fines and fees, plus ways to alert authorities on where to find those being sought.
 



The Active Warrants List includes offenses from fishing without a license to unpaid traffic tickets to burglary and other felony crimes that have been committed in Collin County. Late last year, the Collin County Sheriff's Office began posting the county jail's Current Inmate List  online as well. Both can be reached from the Sheriff's Office section of the website.

 

Sheriff Terry G. Box said: "The Internet is an important source of information in today's world, and this addition to our website will allow the public access to up-to-the-minute critical information."








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This is not an official publication of the City of Frisco. Using e-mail and web sites to communicate with the Citizens of Frisco is something I started in Late 1999. All opinions stated in this newsletter are not official positions or opinions of the City Staff, Mayor or Council.

Greetings,
 
I hope this newsletter finds most of you enjoying your day off on Memorial Day.  During your day off, I hope you take a moment Memorial Dayand reflect on the sacrifices for all those who have died n our nation's service.   Please join me and rest of Frisco in honoring by attending the Frisco Memorial Day event.  With school being out, this is a great event to bring the entire family.  The importance of helping our youth understand the sacrifices that have been made for the good of all us is invaluable.Memorial Day

While many cities and towns lay claim to being the birthplace of Memorial Day, President Lyndon Johnson officially declared that Waterloo N.Y. was the birththplace.  For a complete history, you can visit HERE

The Memorial Day service will be held at Frisco Commons Park on McKinney Road.  The event is sponsored by the City of Frisco, the Frisco Garden Club and the VFW.  The event will start at 9 a.m.  The Frisco Community Band will perform and a fly-over is planned.


 I have received many questions about the on-going Stage 3 water restrictions.  As of this newsletter, stage 3 is still mandatory in Frisco. The Frisco City Council has not yet met since the last NTMWD meeting where some cities have relaxed their restrictions.  While I support going to a Stage 3 voluntary or Stage 2, we have to be very cautious how we approach this. While the lake Lavon has recovered significantly (see the graphic below in the left-hand colum), some of the other water issues remain.  For example, to continue planning and building new reservoirs; Collin County needs to show that we do not waste water. A recent article in the
DMN highlights the dangers as Dallas was in danger of losing future water reservoirs.

Also, while  Lake Lavon has recovered, Lake Chapman has not. As we all know, this is Texas and heat of summer is not yet here. Until our new water supplies come on-line later this year or early next year, we need to continue to conserve.  With all the recent rain fall, we should have 0 use of irrigation water for the near future.   I look forward to reviewing our reports for the next meeting and making some modifications to the existing restrictions.

Don't forget, we still have a City Council election coming up.  Early voting starts soon for the run-off between the four remaining candidates.  See below for additional information.


If you are receiving duplicate copies of this newsletter or my notices, I would like to know about it so I can fix the problem.  There are still several roadrunner and comcast duplicate addresses, so if you are one of those people, simply click at the bottom of this newsletter to remove one of the addresses or just E-mail me.

Have a great week!

Maher Maso
Mayor Pro Tem
City of Frisco
AIDS Outreach

This June 16th  St. Francis AIDS Outreach is planning a grooming supply drive for AIDS Services of Dallas and also a food drive for  The Resource Center of Dallas.  All items are to be dropped off in the Narthex of St. Francis of Assisi Church  8000 El Dorado Pkwy Frisco between the hours of 9:30am - 4pm . Due to severe space constraints items cannot be accepted outside of these times. Tax receipts will be available upon request.  Here is a brief description these services .
 
AIDS Services Dallas provides medically supportive housing, meals and transport to people in need that are suffering the effects of HIV and AIDS. They currently have 4 houses with approx 225 residents.
  • Ewing Center consists of 22 units, 5 one-bedroom apartments, 15 efficiencies, and 2 special need beds/rooms.
  • Revlon Apartments are designed to accommodate individuals and families, with 20 one-bedroom and 7 two-bedroom apartments.
  • Completed in September 1996, Hillcrest House is unique in that it provides service to individuals who are formerly homeless and living with AIDS/HIV. Hillcrest has 64 single-unit efficiencies.
  • Spencer Gardens, named in memory of Diana, Princess of Wales, opened its doors in August of 1998 and provides housing for 12 low-income families with children affected by the virus.

Direct Resident  Needs:

These items are needed all year and any size donation would help!

Grooming Supplies:

  • Shampoo, Conditioner
  • Liquid Laundry Detergent
  • Deodorant
  • Bar Soap
  • Razors
  • Lotion
  • Toothbrush, Toothpaste 
  • Feminine Hygiene Products
  • Paper Towels, Facial Tissue 
  • *Washcloths and towels
  • *Toilet Paper
  • Cotton Balls
  • * = Urgently Needed

The AIDS Resource Center provides information and prevention education. The AIDS Resource Center now offers a wide range of programs to assist individuals and families affected by HIV and AIDS. The continuum of services includes: HIV awareness and prevention education/outreach; nutritional services including a food pantry and hot lunches; information & referral; community health programs; and a wide variety of other social support services.

The AIDS food pantry feeds upwards of 1,000 people a week many of whom are homeless.  Their greatest needs are canned meats such as tuna, chicken, spam, as well as canned fruits. We will be collecting these as well as other nonperishable items such as beans, rice, soups etc.  If any one would like to donate fresh produce or frozen items such as meats or fish they do have refrigeration/freezers on site. But for that I would need to be notified ASAP so that I can arrange to get it down there quickly.  I do humbly request that canned goods are not expired or dented too badly as due to the health status of many of these people they can get sick quite easily.

Also, If anyone would like to make a monetary donation they can send a check to St. Francis of Assisi AIDS Supper Club and those funds will go directly to helping those living with HIV/AIDS. If anyone has any questions I can be reached though my e-mail jennifer@greenlee.cc  or my cell is 469-682-1614.


City Council Elections
 

Well, we had a relatively low turnout for the City Council election on May 12.   Because none of the candidates received over 50% of the vote, the top two candidates in each place will have their names placed in the June 16 election, which is called a "Run-Off Election". 

Any registered voter can vote in the run-off.  It is NOT limited to those that voted in the May 12th election. 

The Frisco Chamber of Commerce is holding a candidate forum on May 30, 2007 at the Chamber offices at 6843 Main Street.  The time is from 7:30-8:45 AM.

More complete election information including locations can be found HERE.


Early Voting:

June 4, 5, 6 -- 8am - 5pm
June 7 -- 8am - 7pm
June 8, 9 -- 8am - 5pm
June 11, 12 - 7am-7pm

Election Day: June 16 - 7am - 7pm.
 

Place 2 - Run-off Election

Fred Pascarelli 
Jeff Cheney

Place 4 - Run-off Election

David L. Prince
Chris Moss


All the candidates should be thanked for volunteering their time and effort to help our community.  It is hard work making yourself available. As they have learned, it does take a lot of time.  Their involvement is a good role model for our citizens to follow.
 
 
 
 
 

For additional information, please contact the Office of the City Secretary at (972) 292-5010 or via email at Nparker@friscotexas.gov

 


Memorial Day Hours

HOLIDAY HOURS CITY HALL, CITY SERVICES

(May 24, 2007) -- In observance of Memorial Day, the City of Frisco government offices will be closed on Monday, May 28. Regular hours resume Tuesday, May 29. Please see the list below for closings or special hours for other city services.

CITY HALL & OTHER OFFICES:  Closed May 28

ALUMNI HALL FITNESS CENTER:  Closed May 28

FRISCO SENIOR ADULT CENTER:  Closed May 28

LIBRARY:  Closed May 26-28

TRASH COLLECTION - CURBSIDE RECYCLING

There will be no services on Monday, May 28. Monday's route will run as scheduled on Tuesday, May 29. Services scheduled for the remainder of the week will also be delayed one day.

RECYCLING/HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE RE-USE COLLECTION CENTER:  Closed May 28

Collin County Offices:

County offices will be closed on Monday, May 28, 2007, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. This includes parks offices, public works, courts and all other administrative offices. Normal county office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 29.

The Collin County Commissioners Court workshop is scheduled to meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29, 2007, on the 6th floor of the Collin County Courthouse, 210 S. McDonald St., in McKinney. The workshop agenda and packet information can be downloaded or viewed on the Public Notices page at http://www.collincountytx.gov/.

Movies in the Square

FRISCO SQUARE TO HOST "MOVIES IN THE SQUARE"

EVERY FRIDAY EVENING THIS SUMMER

             Frisco, TEXAS (May 16, 2007) - Frisco Square, a master-planned lifestyle community in the heart of Frisco, today announced their plans to host Movies in the Square featuring family-oriented movies each Friday evening at 9:00 PM beginning June 1 through August 10, 2007.  Studio Movie Grill, which is opening at Frisco Square in December 2007, is a lead sponsor of Movies in the Square.

         The movies will be projected on a giant, 26' x 13' inflatable movie screen located in Frisco Square and there is no charge to view them.  However, summer-time refreshments such as snow cones, popcorn and nuts will be available for a nominal fee.  Families are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the outdoor movies in comfort. 

"Frisco Square is becoming known for its family-friendly events such as Christmas in the Square and Fair in the Square," noted Jim Leslie, managing partner of Frisco Square.  "Movies in the Square is another enjoyable activity to entertain Frisco families." 

The movie schedule is listed below:

Friday, June 1                   Field of Dreams

Friday, June 8                   Talladega Nights

Friday, June 15                 Shrek

Friday, June 22                 Secondhand Lions

Friday, June 29                 Spider-man

Friday, July 6                    Goonies

Friday, July 13                  Happy Gilmore

Friday, July 20                  E.T.

Friday, July 27                  Mean Girls

Friday, August 3                Raiders of the Lost Ark

Friday, August 10              Ferris Bueller's Day Off

Frisco Square is a pedestrian-friendly urban development that features a unique blend of shopping, dining, office space, apartment living, town homes, park space and Frisco's new city hall and library.   When complete, the 147-acre project will include 4.4 million square foot project, showcasing approximately 1.5 million square feet of office space, 500,000 square feet of retail space, 1400 apartments, 500 town homes/stacked-flats/condominiums, and 144,000 square feet of municipal facilities.   Originally designed by nationally renowned architect, David M. Schwarz, and recently re-designed by RTKL, Frisco Square is located in the heart of Frisco at the southeast corner of the Dallas North Tollway and Main Street, directly across from Pizza Hut Park, the world's largest soccer complex and home to FC Dallas. Additional information on Frisco Square is available at www.friscosquare.com or through the Frisco Square information center at 469-633-1721.

 


City Hall 101 Citizen Editorials

 
  City Hall 101 Editorials are written by Allen Biehl, a resident of Frisco.   Most of you have seen the information I have written about the City Hall 101 program, which has been very popular. If you have considered taking these free classes but were not sure, Allen's articles really show what is covered and things available to all our residents. 

The entire articles can be viewed on-line at the
Frisco Enterprise Newspaper.  The direct links are below:

Libraries Help Find Diamond in the Rough

Where does all the Tax Money Go?

No End in Sight for water Restrictions

Prior planning prevents poor performance


Engineering Frisco's roadways

Frisco was built for stability


Thanks to Allen for sharing his experience with all of us!

Frisco Home Child Care Association

Looking for homecare for your child? Contact the Frisco Home Childcare Association at  friscohomecare@msn.com or check out the website at www.friscohomechildcare.com . Referring parents to Registered Home Childcare Providers for over 7 years.  
 
The Frisco Home Childcare Association: 972-712-3836

Summer Concert Series

Forever Free and 97.5 KLAK presents the Summer Concert Series at the Myers Youth Park and Event Center (formerly Collin County Youth Park) in McKinney.

Come see KANSAS, Blood, Sweat & Tears, The Orchestra Returns! featuring former members of ELO and ELOII, AMERICA, Joan Jett and The Black Hearts, and KC & The Sunshine Band  This family focused event offers tickets starting at $9.75.  Get your tickets by calling 214-592-0002 or visit www.sidebarent.com.  Also see Weird Al Yankovic on July 14.

Patterson Rehired as an ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER


(May 16, 2007)  A familiar face is returning to the City Manager's Office at Frisco City Hall.

    Ron Patterson will serve Frisco as one of its two Assistant City Managers beginning June 20.

    Patterson, 46, will oversee the administration of the Police, Fire and Information Technology departments.  He will also assist the city manager, George Purefoy, on special projects -- primarily those related to development and capital projects.

    "I'm really excited," said Patterson. "It's a rare opportunity when you get to come home.  Both my daughters were born there (Frisco) and it's a blessing to return to such a dynamic city," said Patterson.

    Patterson is no stranger to the City of Frisco.  He served as the Assistant City Manager for the city of Frisco from December of 1993 through June of 2000 when he left to take a job as City Manager of Kerrville, Texas.

    After five years, Patterson left Kerrville in the summer of 2005 to become the City Manager of Forney, Texas where he has continued to serve before being rehired by the City of Frisco.

    "Ron's professionalism and character are at the top in city management," said George Purefoy, City Manager.  Mayor Mike Simpson echoes Purefoy's confidence in Patterson's experience, skills and management style.

    "We're delighted to have Ron back in Frisco," said Mayor Simpson.  "We have a lot of respect for what Ron accomplished when he was here before.  He knows our city and he has a great relationship with our city manager and staff.  He'll be able to 'hit the ground running' during a critical growth period for Frisco."

  Patterson's other work history includes six years in Human Resources with the City of Carrollton.  Patterson also has an extensive military background.  In December of last year he retired from the Texas Air National Guard after serving for 23 years.

    "His military experience plus his past experience with Frisco combined with his past seven years as a city manager in Kerrville and Forney make Ron a great fit for Frisco's needs at this time," said Purefoy.

    Patterson holds a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of North Texas and a Bachelor of Science degree in Public Administration from the University of Texas at Dallas.

    Patterson has been married 22-years to his wife, Taylor.  They have two daughters, Rachel, 13 and Lauren, 7.

    "I understand the basis on which the community was built," said Patterson.  "The knowledge I have about the community from previously being there, as well as the knowledge I've gained from working as a city manager for seven years will help me in my new position with Frisco," said Patterson.  "I also think my military background, particularly my work in data communications, will help me in my new role."

New Instructors Need

Do you have a talent, skill or hobby that you'd like to share with others?  If you are skilled in a particular subject area and have the enthusiasm and knowledge to teach others, the City of Frisco Parks & Recreation Department invites you to become part of our team.  We are currently recruiting new instructors to teach a variety of classes that will provide residents with positive recreational experiences and opportunities to learn new skills.  Whether you would like to teach tots, youths, adults or seniors, we would like to hear about your ideas.

Classes can be taught in the form of a workshop, lecture or weekly class.  Instructors are paid a percentage of the participants' registration fees and classes will be promoted in our Frisco Fun Activity Guide.  The classes may be held at your place of business, or at a Parks & Recreation facility, including the new Recreation & Aquatic Center. The Frisco Parks & Recreation Department requires instructors complete a class proposal packet, provide certifications, references, and complete a background check prior to teaching a class.

For more information on how to become part of our team please contact the following people today:

Athletics: Scot McCollum -972-292-6509 -
SMcCollum@FriscoTexas.gov
Aquatics, Fitness & Recreation:  Marcy Jones - 972-292-6501 - MJones@FriscoTexas.gov
Senior Adult Programs:  Leslie Penland - 972-335-5515 - LPenland@FriscoTexas.gov

If you are interested in learning a new skill or enhancing your skills in something that is not currently offered through the Parks & Recreation Department, let us know by contacting us or going online to www.FriscoFun.org to fill out our survey. We encourage your suggestions and look forward to hearing from you soon!

Frisco ISD School Beat

The May 2007 School Beat newsletter from the Frisco Independent School District:

  • Board members were sworn in at May school board meeting and officers elected. Three incumbent board members, who were not opposed in this election cycle, Laura Ellison, Renee Ehmke and Dan Mossakowski, were sworn in on May 21. Buddy Minett was re-elected as president, Richard Beaver as vice president and Ellison as secretary. The election is done by the board members.
  • Several resolutions were given by the board to high school students who advanced to state competition in the areas of UIL academics, art, fine arts, track and field, tennis, German, golf, soccer, speech and debate, TASSP All-State Academic Excellence Team, and National Merit Scholarship. Resolutions are on www.friscoisd.org.
  • Retiring Director of Special Programs, Alicia Richmond, presented plans to change the pre-k program from full-day to half-day. Frisco was the only area district that provided extended-day pre-kindergarten. The half-day program allows the district to serve more students, have a smaller teacher to student ratio and better utilize space.
  • The 2007-2008 budget process is still under discussion. Director of Finance, Rusty Craig, discussed raising the beginning teacher salary and raises for all teachers and the amount of money that would be needed for new personnel.
  • Construction on new FISD projects was updated at the board meeting. Carroll Elementary is almost complete and Robertson and Mooneyham should be substantially complete no later than mid-June. An annex to the Sam Carter Service Center is under construction. It will house custodial offices, security, textbooks and maintenance. Food service and transportation will be in the current center. Core Construction was approved as construction manager for elementary #28. It is not yet known if this school site will be needed in 2008 or 2009 to relieve Spears and Bledsoe.
  • Several personnel issues were approved at the May board meeting. Rachel Taylor will be the new principal at Riddle as Mia Bennett becomes Director of Special Programs. Angela Romney will be the principal at Wester Middle School as Kenny Chandler moves to serve as Director of School Improvement. Dr. Rick Bankston will be joining the Facilities and Finance Department as Director of Research, Planning Evaluation and Reporting. John Curran will be Director of Technical Operations, Brad Longfellow will serve as the Auxiliary Coordinator in Personnel, Jaime McCracken has been hired as district webmaster, and Tom Palacios will serve as a district-wide parent liaison. Artie McLaurin will serve as Secondary Science Coordinator, Dr. Deirdre Parish will be assistant principal at Liberty High School, Becky Specht will serve as assistant principal at Robertson Elementary.
  • FISD and the City of Frisco Environmental Services were winners of the 2007 Sadie Ray Graff Education Leadership Award and the Keep Texas Beautiful Government Award. The award honored the city and school district's environmental education programs and was announced May 22.
  • Graduation ceremonies are scheduled for May 28 at the Garland ISD Special Events Center. FHS is at 10:30 a.m. and CHS is at 2 p.m.
  • The next school board meeting is June 4.

Music Conservatory of Texas Camps

The Music Conservatory of Texas has the following summer camps available: Music Conservatory of Texas

DayRockerZ
rock-n-roll day camp.  For students 10-15 yrs old emphasis on rock music, lforming a band and learning to rehearse together and in sections, rock concert at last class.  Students choose a specific instrument at registration and will concentrate on through out the camp. Tuition $350.00  plus registration fee. Three sessions to choose from 9:00-4:00 June 11-15, July 16-20, August 6-10. 
 
Keyboard Intro. for students ages 5-12.  and  Piano For Little Folks   for 4 yr old students.   Both classes are for beginning students to work on basics of music reading and understanding rhythm.  Tuition $140.00 plus materials and registration fees.  Classes are 7 one hour lessons taught over two weeks.  Three sessions to choose from June 4-13 (only date for little folks class), July 9-18, August 6-15 
 
Guitar Intro.  For students ages 7-11.  This class is for beginners and includes music reading, melody and chord playing, strumming and basic techniques.  Tuition is $140.00 plus materials and registration fees. Classes are 7 one hour lessons taught over two weeks.  Three sessions to choose from June 4-13, July 9-18, August 6-15.
 
Summer Singers Movie Musicals For students ages 6-10 yrs old.  Learn correct vocal technique, breathing and warm-up exercises.  Songs will e from favorite Disney movies.  Short performance at last class.  Tuition is $140.00 plus materials and registration fees.  Classes are 7 one hour lessons taught over two weeks.  Two sessions to choose from June 4-13, July 9-18.
 
For more information call 972-377-5977 or visit our web site www.mcot.com

St. Francis Fundraiser-Texas Hold'em

Texas Hold'em Tournament (06/15/2007) Benefiting the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Community

Come enjoy the fun and excitement at the Collin County Association of Realtors Banquet Room on Friday, June 15th. The Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Texas Hold'em Tournament, benefiting the St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Community and the many charities of the Knights of Columbus.

The Top 10 finishers will walk away with great prizes.  Top prize is a $1,500 American Express gift card and a Champions Bracelet.  Second Place receives a 3 Night Stay in Las Vegas with airfare.  Several door prizes will also be awarded throughout the night. Aside from these great prizes, fellowship will be even greater.

Tournament entry (donation) is $80 and includes light snacks, drinks, and your playing chips to enter the tournament. To reserve a seat at the hottest Texas Hold'em tournament around, you can purchase tickets one of three ways: 1) online via PayPal at http://www.texasholdemfrisco.org, 2) contact Bob Sirois at Classique Jewelers (972-712-1934), or 3) Don Dyson at dysonswtsu@yahoo.com or (214) 395-6965.

Donation and Sponsorship opportunities are still available.  Please contact Ken LaPlante at klapl1@hotmail.com.

Visit www.texasholdemfrisco.org for complete details.

Junior Citizen's Fire Academy

Frisco Fire Department

The Frisco Fire Department is now accepting registrations for the 2007 Junior Citizen's Fire Academy (JCFA) being held June 11th - June 15th.  The program features instruction by Frisco Firefighters on topics such as CPR and Basic First Aid Training, Special Rescue Operations, Firefighter Hiring Process and much more.   Students will have the opportunity to dress in bunker gear, tour fire stations, view the daily life of firefighters and participate in a simulated vehicle extrication exercise.

The program is designed for persons 14 years of age and older.  Interested applicants should complete   an Application Packet available at all Frisco Fire Stations or online at www.friscofire.com.   The JCFA will meet daily from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm with all classes originating at the Frisco Central Fire Station.   For more information, contact Frisco Fire Administration at 972.292.6300.  The Academy is limited to 20 students. 

 

Municipal Outdoor Pool Opening

The City of Frisco Municipal Outdoor Pool will open for the 2007 summer season Saturday, May 26.  The Municipal Outdoor Pool is located at the corner of Maple and Mimosa streets in downtown Frisco.  The outdoor pool season runs from May 26 - August 19.

Season Pool Passes may be purchased at the Alumni Hall Fitness Center during regular business hours of operation and also at the Municipal Outdoor Pool starting May 26 during public swim hours.

Bring the family and help kick-off the summer outdoor pool season on Monday, May 28.  Come enjoy a day at the pool with music, games, prizes and more!  Regular pool admission applies for this event.

Mark your calendars for these other special events taking place this summer at the Municipal Outdoor Pool:

June 17 - Father's Day - Fathers get in free when accompanied by their children.

July 13 - Friday Night Flick - Bring your rafts, floats and chairs to the pool and enjoy a movie on the big screen.  This year's feature presentation will be An American Tale.  Pre-registration is required by July 6.

July 17 - Texas Twister Pool Patrol - 96.7, The Texas Twister radio station will be at the pool interacting with swimmers.  Music, games and prizes will all be part of the fun.

July 28 - Caribbean Night - The Municipal Outdoor Pool will become a tropical island of paradise.  Come dressed in your favorite Caribbean attire and enjoy games, prizes and music, as you sip on a snow cone.

For pool hours and information on special events taking place at the Municipal Outdoor Pool, please visit our website at www.FriscoFun.org or call 972-377-1752.



Upcoming Meetings

City Council: Tuesday, June 5 at 5:30PM

P&Z: Tuesday, June 12 at 6:30PM.

For these & additional meetings, see the Community & Meeting Calendar

New Frisco City Hall Address

6101 Frisco Square Blvd. Frisco, TX 75034