City of The Colony Electronic Newsletter • Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020

Incumbent City Council members re-elected in runoff races

Following official canvassing of the runoff election results during The Colony City Council's regular meeting on Dec. 15, Place 3 Council member Brian Wade, Place 4 Council member David Terre, and Place 5 Council member Perry Schrag were all re-elected to their seats. Results of the election are available at VoteDenton.com. All were sworn-in to office on Dec. 15. Place 6 Council member Joel Marks ran for re-election unopposed in November 2020, and was sworn-in on Nov. 17. For more information, contact The Colony City Secretary's Office at 972-624-3106. Also on Dec. 15, Place 2 Council member Richard Boyer was appointed Mayor Pro Tem while Place 1 Council member Kirk Mikulec was appointed Deputy Mayor Pro Tem.

Celebrate safely this season!

The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful and isolating for many people. Much like this past Thanksgiving, Denton County Public Health asks you to consider how your holiday plans can be modified to reduce the spread of COVID-19 to keep your friends, families, and communities healthy and safe. Click here for recommendations from the CDC regarding holiday gatherings.

Restriping scheduled for North Colony Boulevard

Following recent approval by City Council, contractors are beginning the process of restriping and repainting the whole of North Colony Boulevard, from Sample Drive to Pecan Crossing. The work began Dec. 15 at the east end of the roadway, and will take place in segments of both directions, simultaneously, with the inside lanes of the segments closed. The project is estimated to last through the first week of January 2021, weather permitting. Please be cautious and #DriveSafe in work zones! Thank you in advance for your patience.

Exchange your goods in the Zone

With holiday shopping in full swing, The Colony Police Department reminds you to use its Exchange Zone (located in the PD parking lot behind the jail building) if you are selling or purchasing items online. It is monitored on camera 24/7. #Tip: If you find an item online for sale and the price is too good to be true, most likely it is a scam. Never agree to wire or send money to purchase an online item unless you have verified the authenticity of the seller.

Thanks for all you do, Ron!

Congratulations to Parks & Recreation employee Ron Czarny, who was presented with his 15-year service award earlier this month. Ron works at the Community Center and is widely known for his bingo-calling prowess. He is pictured with Community Services Director Pam Nelson, at left. Thanks for your work and dedication to the community over the past 15 years, Ron!

Christmas Spectacular Light Show underway!

Seen the show yet? The Colony Christmas Spectacular Light Show begins at sunset, nightly, at Central Fire Station, across from Perryman Park (4930 South Colony), through Jan. 4, 2021. Tune your radios to 99.9FM to hear the music. Please enjoy the show from the warmth and comfort of your vehicles! Click the photo for more information or call 972-625-1106.

What else is In THE News?

Heads-up! There will be NO trash/recycling collection on Friday, Dec. 25, due to the Christmas holiday. Service will resume and conclude on Saturday, Dec. 26. No other changes to the regular schedule that week. There will also be NO trash/recycling collection on Friday, Jan. 1, 2021, due to the New Year's Day holiday. Service will resume and conclude on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021. For more info, call Environmental Services at 972-624-3131.
As of Dec. 3, the number of COVID-hospitalized patients as a percentage of total hospital capacity in Trauma Service Area E (which includes Denton County and the Dallas-Fort Worth area) exceeded 15% for seven consecutive days. In doing so, provisions of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's Executive Order GA-32 took effect, reducing maximum occupancy at retail and restaurants to 50% and closing bars, among other provisions. These restrictions remain in effect until TSA E maintains a percentage of COVID patients below 15% for seven consecutive days. You can track hospital data on the Texas DSHS COVID-19 dashboard.
The United Way of Denton County has launched a new "Veteran Stability Program" that offers support services for veterans and their families who may be struggling to make ends meet during the pandemic. Also, the City of The Colony offers a 10-percent discount on utility bills for active and retired veterans. Qualified applicants can fill out a form online.