CITY MANAGER’S WEEKLY UPDATE
For the Week of:
March 31, 2014 – April 4, 2014
New High-Quality Restaurants Headed For Old Town
Lewisville City Council has approved an economic development agreement that will lead to three new highquality restaurants in historic Old Town, a move that is expected to be a major boost to the growing Main & Mill
Entertainment District.
Under terms of the agreement, the City will sell 1.76 acres of land on the north side of Church Street, between
Charles and Herod, to a development company. That company (Old Town Development LLC) will invest about
$2.5 million to build three restaurant sites and arrange leases for the restaurants. The sites will incorporate local
architectural features to give the development a historic feel that represents the unique aesthetics of Old Town
Lewisville.
When completed, the development will enhance dining options for Old Town visitors and people attending
events at the Medical Center of Lewisville Grand Theater across the street, and also will provide additional
public parking for area businesses and for the Old Town Park Plaza currently under construction in the next
block.
Old Town Development will reimburse the City for the $860,000 value of the land through sales and property
tax collections, with cash payments to the city required starting the sixth year of the 15-year agreement if tax
revenue has not fully covered the land price.
The agreement includes a rebate of sales and property tax, as well as reimbursement for building permit fees.
The city will provide a $500,000 start-up grant that will be applied toward building fees, public parking on site,
and public infrastructure on site. The rebate will be 40 percent of sales and property taxes until the land and grant
costs are recovered, and 60 percent thereafter through the term of the agreement. The city also agreed to pay to
have utility lines along Church Street shifted underground, or moved to the back of the development site.
The property was purchased by the city from Temple Baptist Church in 2001, along with the land where the
MCL Grand was built in 2010-11. Several houses were removed from the northern lot and the vacant space has
been used during Old Town festivals while being marketing to potential developers.
Lewisville Public Library Activities
For more information on library activities, check out the library website at http://library.cityoflewisville.com, or
call the Lewisville Public Library desk at 972.219.3577.
First Friday Fun! Pre-school Special
Friday, April 4, 11:30 a.m.
Cynthia Bennett Children’s Wing
Let’s see who loves “Bein’ Green!” On Friday meet some green friends in stories, songs and movement.
Preschool children and their parents are invited to join the fun in the Cynthia Bennett Children’s Wing of the
Lewisville Public Library.
Video Editing 101
Saturday, April 5, 4:30 p.m.
Calling all aspiring video artists! Learn how to write a script, create a storyboard, and use simple video editing
software to make a masterpiece! By the end of the series, there will be a short video to share. For grades 4 & 5
only!
Medical Center’s April Health Class Centers on Sleep
To support ongoing health education, Medical Center of Lewisville presents the “Marathon to Good Health”
series for 2014 through its HealthyU program. Monthly events are free and feature physician speakers, health
education, motivation and support. The monthly series will be held at Medical Center of Lewisville Grand
Theater, 100 N. Charles Street. “Sleep Better, Live Better” will be the April program, set for Thursday, April 10.
Dinner starts at 6 p.m., followed by the presentation starting at6:30 p.m. A good night's sleep plays an important
role in weight loss and overall health. Learn how to manage problems such as sleep apnea and restless leg
syndrome that can interfere with your sleep.
Tickets can be obtained online at lewisvillemedical.com/our-services/womens-services/healthyu.dot. For more
information, call 972.420.7444 or email [email protected].
Garden Secrets Class to Discuss Composting
Keep Lewisville Beautiful will host a Garden Secrets class at the Lewisville Public Library’s Cynthia Bennett
Room on Thursday, April 10, 6-7 p.m. Denton County Master Gardener Barbara Brown will discuss composting
in the garden. The class is free but seats are limited so reservations are recommended by April 8. Lewisville
residency is not required. For more information or to reserve your spot, contact Keep Lewisville Beautiful at
972.538.5949 or email [email protected]
Funny Bunny Festival at Toyota of Lewisville Railroad Park
The 27th Annual Funny Bunny Festival will be held Saturday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Toyota of
Lewisville Railroad Park, 1301 S. Railroad Street. Lewisville Noon Rotary Club Pancake Breakfast begins at 9
a.m., and the egg hunt starts at noon. Featured at the event will be carnival games, face painting and the egg
hunt, which will be divided into age groups held simultaneously on the ballfields. Strollers will not be permitted
to enter the egg hunt area. Egg hunt participants younger than 3 should be accompanied by only one parent.
Souvenir photos will be available for a minimal cost. Cost of the pancake breakfast is $3 for adults and $2 for
children (kids under 3 eat free). The all-you-can-eat breakfast will be served under the Baseball Pavilion. All
proceeds are used to benefit Lewisville area charities.
All Egg Hunts begin simultaneously and promptly at noon.
Age: 0- 3 years
Ball Field 1 / Yellow Field
Age: 4- 5 years
Ball Field 2 / Blue Field
Age: 6- 7 years
Ball Field 3 / Grand Stand Field
Age: 8+ years
Ball Field 4 / Red Field
VAL’s “The Wilds of Texas” Exhibit Opens With Reception
Visual Art League of Lewisville’s “The Wilds of Texas” art exhibit will be on display starting April 12 at
Medical Center of Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles Street. The display runs through May 24. An
opening reception is scheduled for Saturday, April 12, 7-9 p.m., in the main gallery. Gallery hours are 1-5 p.m.
Tuesday through Saturday, and during public performances at MCL Grand. There is no charge for the exhibit.
Visual Art League is one of seven organizations to receive funding this year through the city’s Arts Support
Grants program, designed to foster awareness and growth of the arts in Lewisville. For more information on
VAL, visit visualartleague.org or call 972.420.9393.
Library Used Book Sale Starts April 4
The Friends of the Lewisville Public Library Used Book Sale is set for Saturday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
and Sunday, April 6, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the library, 1197 W. Main Street. More than 10,000 gently used
children’s, teen and adult books, movies, music CDs, audiobooks and more will be on sale. A pre-sale will be
held on Friday, April 4, 5 to 7 p.m., $5 per person entry fee.
Spring Activities at Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area
Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area is 2,000 acres of prairies, forests, and wetlands managed as a
wildlife preserve by a group of agencies including the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the University of North
Texas, City of Lewisville, Lewisville ISD and Texas A&M Extension. LLELA is open to the public
every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for fishing, hiking, camping, bird watching, kayaking/canoeing, picnicking
and other outdoor activities. Learn more at LLELA.org or by calling 972.219.3930.
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Spend the morning with the birds: April 12, 7:30 a.m. Bird watchers of all skill levels are welcome to
join Keith Lockhart at 7:30 a.m. as he guides visitors to prime birding locations along LLELA’s nature
trails. For ages 10 and up, cost is $7/person.
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Nature Walk: April 12, 10 a.m. Join LLELA for the monthly naturalist-led nature walk. The hike will
last about two hours. There is no additional fee for this activity beyond regular admission to LLELA
($5/person; children age 5 years and under free).
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Gather around our campfire: April 12, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Meet for a cozy campfire for traditional campfire
fun, which may include stories, songs, a craft for children, and of course toasted marshmallows for
$10/person. Registration is required at 972.219.3930 or [email protected].
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Take a night hike: April 18, 8-10 p.m. LLELA trail guides lead a twilight/moonlight stroll down the
Redbud Trail. Howling coyotes, hooting owls and other nocturnal sounds will provide an out-of-theordinary hiking experience. No flashlights are necessary. Cost is $10/person, for ages 5 and
up. Registration is required at 972.219.3930 or [email protected].
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Open House at the Minor-Porter Log House: April 19, Noon to 3 p.m. Completely restored and
furnished with all the trappings of everyday frontier life, the log house gives visitors to LLELA a
window on life in Denton County in 1869. Interested visitors of all ages are welcome to arrive at any
time during the open hours and tour at their own pace. Knowledgeable volunteers will guide visitors
through the structures and answer questions in this informal tour. Cost: regular admission ($5/person;
children age 5 years and under free).
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Stars on the Prairie: April 25, 8-10 p.m. Join LLELA for a fascinating evening in exploring the wonders
of the night sky with Clyde Camp, Master Naturalist and amateur astronomer (over 30 years of
experience). For ages 5 and up, cost is $10/person. Registration is required at 972.219.3930
or [email protected].
Medication Disposal Event at LHS April 26
The City of Lewisville is teaming up with Lewisville ISD and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency to hold a
medication disposal event. The goals of this program are to reduce the risk of prescription drug abuse and
increase awareness of this critical public health issue.
The event is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. As with past events, the Lewisville
disposal location will be the parking lot of Lewisville High School, 1098 West Main Street. Many other cities
are participating in this event, so other locations are also available; however, this is the only Lewisville location.
This is a great opportunity for those who have missed previous events, or who have subsequently accumulated
unwanted, unused prescription drugs, to safely dispose of those medications.
Nightly Lane Closures on I-35E Began Monday, March 24
Various north- and southbound lanes of I-35E between Lake Dallas Drive and Highland Village Road will be
closed nightly from 9 p.m. until 6 a.m., Monday, March 24 through Friday, April 11. During this closure, crews
will set concrete traffic barrier and restripe the roadway. These closures are needed for work related to the
35Express project, an expansion of I-35E between US Highway 380 in Denton County and I-635 in Dallas
County. All closures are subject to weather conditions. For more information on the 35Express project, please
visitwww.35Express.org or call 214.483.7777.
Alley Repairs Serving Homes on Knoll Ridge Drive and Valley Parkway
The City of Lewisville Street Division has contracted with SAZ Infrastructure, Inc., to perform repairs on the
alley entrance off of Grove Drive, serving homes on Knoll Ridge Dr. and Valley Parkway. The alley entrance
will be closed for repairs beginning on Wednesday, March 26, 2014, and will re-open by Friday, April 4, 2014,
weather permitting. This will require that trash for collection be placed in front of the residences until the work
has been completed. No driveways will be affected, and residents will still be able to access the alley off of Old
Orchard Lane.
Work is being performed in the areas listed below.
Use caution in these work zones.
Traffic
Street Repairs
Small concrete repairs will continue in various locations
Street, sidewalk and drive approach repairs will continue on Southwest Parkway, from SH 121 Business to
Corporate Drive
Water
Fire hydrant repairs are scheduled on North Shore at Elmwood and Lynwood and at Briarwood and Cedarwood
Water service line repairs are scheduled on Little Fawn and the 1400 block of Highway 121
Sanitary Sewer Line and Manhole Repairs
Main line cleaning is scheduled on Ferguson, North Street, Bush, Hunt and Jackson
Upcoming Events
April Meetings & Events
April 2
Zoning Board of Adjustments
April 4
Acoustic Friday Jam Session
April 7
City Council Meeting
April 8
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
April 9
Park Board Meeting
April 11
Acoustic Friday Jam Session
April 12
Hazardous Household Waste Recycling
April 16
Library Board Meeting
April 18
Acoustic Friday Jam Session
April 21
City Council Meeting
April 22
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
April 26
Acoustic Friday Jam Session
May Meetings & Events
May 2
Acoustic Friday Jam Session
May 5
City Council Meeting
May 6
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
May 7
Zoning Board of Adjustments
May 9
Acoustic Friday Jam Session
May 10
Hazardous Household Waste Recycling
May 14
Park Board Meeting
May 16
Acoustic Friday Jam Session
May 19
City Council Meeting
May 20
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
May 23
Acoustic Friday Jam Session
May 26
Memorial Day – City Offices Closed
May 30
Acoustic Friday Jam Session