We might all be thinking about the holidays, but don't forget it's still Fall and the leaves are starting to change colors 
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Many of these ad packs are being left in the streets creating a litter issue. Please retrieve the ad pack delivered to your address to ensure they are properly utilized or disposed of.
Let's keep Arlington Clean and beautiful!
Press option 2 to be connected to a "Valais" representative.
ALSO NOTE: or go to www.SAVE.com - scroll to bottom of website and select Delivery Options to opt out.
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... J Houston Homes is building a mixed-use development/community named Knight's Landing:
Upscale luxurious townhomes will be built surrounded by a small outlet of shopping enhancing this neighborhood. J Houston Homes is known for building high-quality townhomes as in evidence at The Preserve on Kelly Elliot, across from the Post Office.
Please connect with me if you or anyone you know may have an interest in a Townhome purchase. (No yard mowing, per HOA).
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... i.e. the Southeast Connector Project from TX DOT.
Folks may have been wondering what is the big parking lot which is under construction at the Southeast corner of Park Springs Blvd at I-20.
A brief summary below:
1) I-20 from Texas 121 to Park Springs Blvd - will be going to 4 lanes each direction.
2) I-20 from I-820 to US 287 - 10 lanes.
3) I-820 from I-20 to Meadowbrook Dr - 8 lanes.
Detail of the above in the following link: 4-page PDF link
For a general overview please click the TX DOT link below:
Southeast Connector I-20 to I-820
For the specific TxDot web site for this project including sign up form for updates:
(I recommend all who live in this area enroll in email updates as well as text messages which will keep you informed throughout this construction process).
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Each neighborhood is encouraged to participate through holding their own block party. The purpose is to build strong partnerships between the police and communities to promote crime awareness programs.
Summer Ken Watch, neighborhood picture link: Summer Ken Watch Pictures
Register your neighborhood: Register your neighborhood: here
Also, National Night Out Project 365: Operation Toy Drive
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The city has a new program, "Tool Sharing". One may check out any of the tools in their inventory listed on their web page:
City web site for Tool sharing
... AND it is all for FREE! And they even deliver it to you and pick it up after!
Amazing, no excuses for not doing any of that yard work!
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Guess what SWAPO? They are back! Neighbors are starting to receive gas lease/purchase offers from "DLS Acquisitions" as the generic letter attached shows.
Please post your thoughts on Nextdoor for all to see. And I'll keep folks informed from this blog.
Results of opinions: After arranging a meeting with Emmanuel Mwakitwile of DLS Acquisitions, he was a no show for our 11 am meeting on Wednesday July 27th. A phone call follow-up he mentions he forgot. Further questions were, we do not believe that they can drill beyond 2 miles without another pad site than the Bruder at I-20 at Park Springs to get South of Sublett Rd. All the letters received so far are for property South of Sublett Rd. As far as the signing bonus goes, $750 per mineral acre will not be anywhere close to being an acceptable signing bonus per everyone that I discuss this with. Due to the current inflation rates, the price of groceries, electrical rates at .17 cents per kWh, and gasoline per gallon of $3.50 plus their offer is a joke. All of recommend to not sign anything.
Further news, as of September 2022, some folks are signing and collecting a signing bonus of $750 per HOME, which is more acceptable. (Do NOT sign the $750 per mineral acre, consider the $750 per HOME, big difference). Good luck on collecting any royalties.
The City of Arlington has an excellent Gas Well page on their website: Planning & development - drilling
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Today the White House held a press conference with a real leader, Matthew McConaughey who spoke about his home town Uvalde and the principal issue facing America today. I want everyone I know and don't know to listen to Matthew for an important 20-minute message about our new mission...
Matthew McConaughey White House Briefing...
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Our Councilman, Raul Gonzalez is hosting a Town Hall Meeting:
When: May 12th Thursday from 6 pm to 8 pm
Where: Cliff Nelson Recreation Center, 4600 W Bardin Rd, Arlington, TX
Subject: Residential Infill and Redevelopment Standards
See everyone there!
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Early voting is today through Saturday for the May 7th election.
2 propositions are on the ballot regarding property taxes, 1) Maintenance of the over 65 exemption, vote For, and 2) increase the homestead exemption from $25,000 to$40,000, vote For.
Please vote FOR these 2 propositions.
UPDATE: Both propositions passed!
Candidates are on the ballot for 2 at large city council seats and 2 single-member districts.
2 positions are open on the AISD school board.
The second thing one can do regarding property taxes is complete the online protest process on the TAD.Org website. It is "A" process so proceed carefully but it is worth the effort. If anyone needs help, please contact me and I'll set a phone appointment to guide you through the process over the phone while you are on your computer. (The online guidance is a free community service provided by me your Realtor).
***The third thing... Early voting continues this Saturday the 30th from 7 am to 7 pm AND Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. ***
FYI: The run-off elections are on May 24th.
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Picnic in the Park. Councilman Raul H Gonzalez invites you to stop by & say hello @ "Picnic in the Park" Let's Celebrate Spring in our great city & enjoy what brings us together - Picnic Food & sliders (from a good friend who makes great BBQ), cold drinks & comradery, kids' area with face painting & fun. We're blessed with the Freedom to Vote & local elections are important. We will have a Candidates Table & invite candidates to place some information. The event is Come & Go as you are. We're all busy but we hope you will stop by & say hello! Early Voting starts Monday, April 25th. Take some time between now & then to learn about our important City Council & School Board races & other important elected offices. Raul is un-opposed but would appreciate your VOTE in this important local election.
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I attended the District 2 Town Hall Meeting tonight at the
Cliff Nelson Rec Center, hosted by Raul Gonzales our City Councilman. Raul.gonzalez@arlingtontx.gov
Brief Summary:
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The city is planning to go to once a week trash
service to maintain similar costs.
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They will go to a blue bin process for the trash a
similar process as the green recycle bins.
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The city will allow residents to choose either a
65-gallon or a 95-gallon bin to be delivered to their home at the start of the
program.
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City request you still use plastic trash bags to
place in blue trash bins.
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Republic Services contract is up in August of
2022.
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Currently the city is paying $16.23 a month for our
service.
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Therefore we will have 3 trucks going through
our neighborhoods, one day a week. One automated truck for Trash, The second automated
truck for Recycle, and the third truck with one rider for bulk leaves/branches.
(Same truck as we see now for trash).
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Estimated date for starting will be sometime
after September 2022.
Currently, Arlington residents set out
bagged trash for twice-a-week curbside collection. The bagged trash is picked
up by hand and placed into the back of a trash truck. Workers are exposed to
safety risks related to extreme weather, working too close to traffic, and
handling trash. These jobs are difficult to fill. Also, the supply of drivers
with commercial driver’s licenses who can drive trash trucks is not keeping up
with future demand.
Because of the decreasing labor supply, major
solid waste operators are discontinuing manual collection. They plan on relying
on automated trucks that can pick up and empty trash carts using a mechanical
arm to collect trash faster and safer. Arlington already uses automated trucks
for recycling service which uses wheeled bins which are picked up once a week.
Further questions can be directed to: Trashpickup@arlingtontx.gov
UPDATE:
City-wide automated trash collection will be begin in Arlington for residents by July 1, 2024. Once trash carts are in place, city wide, all curbside collection of trash, recycling, and bulk will be once a week. Details about trash cart delivery, trash cart color, and any changes to residents’ service day will become available six months in advance of the change.
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