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coppelltx.gov February 2019 It’s Time, Texas Community Challenge Vision 2040 Strategic Plan Community Presentations Since June 2018, the City of Coppell has been seeking com- munity input about the next 20-year strategic plan – Vision 2040. Complemented by more than 1,300 survey participants and 400+ community members who attended workshops, a Think Tank of community stakeholders contributed to the development of seven Strategic Pillars that will guide the plan. ---With the guidance of a local, volunteer Executive Commit- tee, the visioning phase was a wide-scale effort that offered more than 30 opportunities to participate at varied locations across Coppell. Workshops were hosted at various times on all seven weekdays with opportuni- ties such as virtual participation and language translation to encourage inclusion. The process also aims to be fully transparent with all reports, data, and other project information available on the Vision 2040 project portal. ----For more information on Community Presentations or to learn about the Vision 2040 project, visit coppelltx.gov/2040 Join us to hear about the plan and how it was developed! Community Presentations Cozby Library and Community Commons | 177 N. Heartz Rd. Monday, February 11 | 7 pm Tuesday, February 12 | 10 am City Council Meetings Town Center | 255 Parkway Blvd. Public Hearing Tuesday, February 12 | 7:30 pm Tentative Plan Adoption Tuesday, February 26 | 7:30 pm Twilight Guided Hike Wednesday, March 20 6 – 7 pm BEC | 367 Freeport Pkwy. Free admission Explore Coppell Nature Park with an experienced Master Naturalist for a twilight guided hike. Guests will be encouraged to sharpen their senses to explore the thrill- ing sights, smells, and sounds of evening activity at Coppell Nature Park. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Hikers are asked to dress appropriately, wear close-toed shoes and bring a water bottle. Space is limited. Admission is free. Pre-registration is required for all participants at coppellactivities.com. I t’s Time, Coppell! We came in second place last year, so let’s reclaim our spot as number one! ---Living Well in Coppell (LWiC) is once again locally sponsoring the 2019 It’s Time Texas (ITT) Community Challenge. This statewide wellness initiative, which runs through March 3, pits Texas cities of similar size against each other as they find fun and easy ways to demonstrate their commitment to healthy living. With the help of LWiC’s sponsorship, Coppell participated and won its size category for numerous consecutive years. In 2018, the City of Harlingen outpaced Coppell and claimed the top spot. ---If Coppell can once again clench first place, the City will not only be recognized both regionally and statewide as a healthy community, but the City will also receive $1,800 to distrib- ute to schools in Coppell ISD for health and wellness programs. ---LWiC’s goal is for Coppell to win its category! This will not be possible without community help. Join the challenge and encourage your family, friends and co-workers to participate. Let’s all go demonstrate our commitment to wellness! For more information, visit livin- gwellincoppell.com. ---It’s easy to participate in the Community Challenge: Visit ittcommunitychallenge. com and register as a Coppell participant Take a selfie doing something healthy or track your fitness Upload your photos and activ- ities to your account to earn points for the community ---There are also many ways for citizens, businesses, schools and organizations to make healthy choices and earn points for Coppell. ---Demonstrating healthy lifestyle choices can be as simple as: Going for a walk, jog or bike ride around your neighborhood or the park Cooking or eating a healthy meal Playing with your kids or pets in the yard Working out at the CORE or Senior Center Taking a yoga, meditation or crossfit class Shopping for fresh produce at the Coppell Farmer’s Market Helping out at the Community or School Gardens Anything else that demon- strates an active and healthy lifestyle!--- ---Visit the website to find out other ways to earn points! Introducing Coffee with the Birds, a new morning visitor opportunity hosted by the Biodiversity Edu- cation Center. This is for anyone looking for a peaceful way to start the day. Enjoy a quiet morning cup of coffee while watching the birds that frequent our bird feeders and learn a bit about a new bird each week. Coffee and binoculars will be provided. No registration required. Coffee with the Birds Wednesdays, February 6 - 27 8 – 10 am BEC | 367 Freeport Pkwy. Drop in during visitor hours to learn about the Biodiversity Ed- ucation Center, Coppell Nature Park and the seasonal programs offered. While you’re here, learn about the local environment through self-guided, hands-on activities, books and other in- teractive items. Then take what you learn out on the trails to become true EcoExplorers! Check the Biodiversity Education Center Facebook page for weekly themes. Open to all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult. No reservations required. EcoExplorer Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays 9 am – Noon Biodiversity Education Center 367 Freeport Pkwy. Free admission • • • • • • • • • • •
Transcript of February 2019 It’s Time, Texas Community Challenge
coppelltx.gov February 2019
It’s Time, Texas Community Challenge
Vision 2040 Strategic Plan Community PresentationsSince June 2018, the City of Coppell has been seeking com-munity input about the next 20-year strategic plan – Vision 2040. Complemented by more than 1,300 survey participants and 400+ community members who attended workshops, a Think Tank of community stakeholders contributed to the development of seven Strategic Pillars that will guide the plan.
---With the guidance of a local, volunteer Executive Commit-tee, the visioning phase was a wide-scale effort that offered
more than 30 opportunities to participate at varied locations across Coppell. Workshops were hosted at various times on all seven weekdays with opportuni-ties such as virtual participation and language translation to encourage inclusion. The process also aims to be fully transparent with all reports, data, and other project information available on the Vision 2040 project portal. ----For more information on Community Presentations or to learn about the Vision 2040 project, visit coppelltx.gov/2040
Join us to hear about the plan and how it was developed!
Community PresentationsCozby Library and Community Commons | 177 N. Heartz Rd.Monday, February 11 | 7 pmTuesday, February 12 | 10 am
City Council MeetingsTown Center | 255 Parkway Blvd. Public HearingTuesday, February 12 | 7:30 pm Tentative Plan AdoptionTuesday, February 26 | 7:30 pm
Twilight Guided HikeWednesday, March 20 6 – 7 pmBEC | 367 Freeport Pkwy.Free admission
Explore Coppell Nature Park with an experienced Master Naturalist for a twilight guided hike. Guests will be encouraged to sharpen their senses to explore the thrill-ing sights, smells, and sounds of evening activity at Coppell Nature Park. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Hikers are asked to dress appropriately, wear close-toed shoes and bring a water bottle. Space is limited. Admission is free. Pre-registration is required for all participants at coppellactivities.com.
It’s Time, Coppell! We came in second place last year, so let’s
reclaim our spot as number one! ---Living Well in Coppell (LWiC) is once again locally sponsoring the 2019 It’s Time Texas (ITT) Community Challenge. This statewide wellness initiative, which runs through March 3, pits Texas cities of similar size against each other as they find fun and easy ways to demonstrate their commitment to healthy living. With the help of LWiC’s sponsorship, Coppell participated and won its size category for numerous consecutive years. In 2018, the City of Harlingen outpaced Coppell and claimed the top spot. ---If Coppell can once again clench first place, the City will not only be recognized both regionally and statewide as a healthy community, but the City
will also receive $1,800 to distrib-ute to schools in Coppell ISD for health and wellness programs.
---LWiC’s goal is for Coppell to win its category! This will not be possible without community help. Join the challenge and encourage your family, friends and co-workers to participate. Let’s all go demonstrate our commitment to wellness! For more information, visit livin-gwellincoppell.com.
---It’s easy to participate in the Community Challenge:
Visit ittcommunitychallenge.com and register as a Coppell participant Take a selfie doing something healthy or track your fitnessUpload your photos and activ-ities to your account to earn points for the community
---There are also many ways for citizens, businesses, schools and
organizations to make healthy choices and earn points for Coppell.
---Demonstrating healthy lifestyle choices can be as simple as:
Going for a walk, jog or bike ride around your neighborhood or the parkCooking or eating a healthy mealPlaying with your kids or pets in the yardWorking out at the CORE or Senior CenterTaking a yoga, meditation or crossfit classShopping for fresh produce at the Coppell Farmer’s MarketHelping out at the Community or School GardensAnything else that demon-strates an active and healthy lifestyle!---
---Visit the website to find out other ways to earn points!
Introducing Coffee with the Birds, a new morning visitor opportunity hosted by the Biodiversity Edu-cation Center. This is for anyone looking for a peaceful way to start the day. Enjoy a quiet morning cup of coffee while watching the birds that frequent our bird feeders and learn a bit about a new bird each week. Coffee and binoculars will be provided. No registration required.
Coffee with the BirdsWednesdays, February 6 - 27 8 – 10 amBEC | 367 Freeport Pkwy.
Drop in during visitor hours to learn about the Biodiversity Ed-ucation Center, Coppell Nature Park and the seasonal programs offered. While you’re here, learn about the local environment through self-guided, hands-on activities, books and other in-teractive items. Then take what you learn out on the trails to become true EcoExplorers! Check the Biodiversity Education Center Facebook page for weekly themes. Open to all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult. No reservations required.
EcoExplorerTuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays9 am – NoonBiodiversity Education Center367 Freeport Pkwy.Free admission
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February 2019 Coppell News
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Parks & Rec Board March 4 6:30 pm
City Council March 12 7:30 pm
Planning & Zoning March 21 6 pm
City Council March 26 7:30 pm
Coppell Farmers Market ScheduleThe Coppell Farmers Market will be open from 8 am – Noon on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month through March.
Old Town Coppell768 W. Main St.coppellfarmersmarket.org
The new year brings a brand-new way to reserve a meeting or study room at the Cozby Library and Community Commons. Patrons will now be able to reserve one of the library’s available spaces through an online portal, replacing the old paper form system.
---One of the main benefits of the new portal is that patrons will be able to view availability of library spaces in real-time before placing a reservation request. The efficient, automated system will also free up library staff, allowing them to spend more one-on-one time helping patrons.
---“We’re excited to introduce this new online reservation system and hear what patrons think of it,” Dennis Quinn, Director of Library Services said. “It will be a great
Most Coppell residents are accustomed to the abundant wildlife that peacefully lives in the area. It is important to remember that the wild animals such as raccoons, opossums, coyotes, bobcats, snakes and other wildlife are natural inhabitants of Coppell, and living in harmony with these animals is an important aspect of the natural and beautiful Coppell ecosystem!
addition to the other high-tech yet user friendly services the library offers.”
---The library offers a variety of rooms for adult cardholders to reserve, including a business center, conference room, two large meeting rooms, and study rooms of various sizes. Please visit coppelltx.gov/library/services to view room guidelines before making a reservation. To explore
Seeing a wild animal is generally not a reason to be alarmed. However, it is always a good idea to take precautions. You can take steps in your yard and home to deter visits from these animals:
Do not feed wildlifeNever leave pet food outsideRestrict use of birdseedIf possible, eliminate outdoor sources of waterTrim and clear any shrubbery that provides cover for wildlife and rodentsRepair dilapidated fencing
the online room reservation system or reserve a room, please visit cozbylibrary.librarymarket.com and click on “RESERVE A ROOM” on the upper left side of the main page.
---For more information, questions or assistance using the Library’s new online room reservation system, please contact the Library at 972-304-3658 or stop by the Information Desk.
Only put trash out on the -morning of collectionScatter a healthy amount of
-moth balls and ammonia---soaked rags strategically about the yard to help deter wildlifeKeep cats and small dogs inside, allowing them outdoors only with supervision.
Never approach any wild animal. If you see an animal behaving strangely, or have questions or concerns about wildlife, call Animal Services at 972-304-3515.
The City of Coppell will be teaming up with Carter Bloodcare to host the Spring Blood Drive on Tuesday, March 19! The event is open to ALL employees and citizens. Please stop by the Fire Station 3 Training Room, 133 Parkway Blvd., between 7:30 am - 1 pm on March 19 and join your neighbors and City employees in helping those in need.
Give the gift of life by donating blood. We hope to see you there!
Library Room Reser-vations Move Online
Living with Wild Animals in Coppell
March Meetings
Tune in to Spring Break at the LibraryMinute-to-Win-It Games Monday, March 11 3 - 4 pmAmazing Race Tuesday, March 12 3 - 4 pmChopped: Craft Edition Wednesday, March 13 3 - 4 pmMythbusters Thursday, March 14 3 - 4 pmDrive-in Cartoons Friday, March 15 3 - 4 pm
For more information on these and other events, visit coppelltx.gov/library.
Spring Blood Drive
Roger Sanderson, Director of Horticulture for Texas Discovery Gardens, will return to discuss snakes and reptiles of North Texas. This is a very interesting presentation with “hands-on” opportunities with these critters. Roger is one of Texas’ highly ac-claimed instructors on this subject. Don’t miss this interesting lecture. Admission is free.
Slip on your dancin’ shoes for live music in Old Town Coppell! Bring your blanket or chairs and grab a bite to eat from an Old Town restaurant or gourmet food truck. Complimentary popcorn will be available, courtesy of Coppell Parks and Recreation.
FCNP:“Snakes & Reptiles”Saturday, March 1610 am - NoonBEC | 367 Freeport Pkwy.Free admission
Spring Music Series Fridays, March 8 & 227 - 9 pmOld Town | 768 W. Main St.
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