Message from the Mayor

HAPPY 4^thof JULY WATAUGA.

July 4th, the day that we celebrate our independence and the birth of our nation. In 1776 the Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence and started us on this incredible 244 year journey. It's a day of celebration that we look forward to all year.

But this July we find ourselves in a most difficult position. A resurge in the Covid-19 corona virus has forced us to take a hard look at where we are and what we must do to combat it. Mandatory masks, limitations on gatherings and some business closures are just a few of the very difficult steps that had to be taken. Unfortunately, these decisions will all have a profound impact on how we celebrate our Independence Day this year and quite possibly many holidays to come. Most all public celebrations have been cancelled and those still scheduled will be very limited. However, you choose to celebrate yours, please remember what this holiday is all about. It is about your ability to pursue your dream. Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. With all her flaws we still have the luxury of living in the greatest country in the world. We have more things that bring us together than things that divide us. So let's be mindful of everything we can do for our country to make it a place of peace and happiness for all. Here's wishing everybody a safe and Happy 4th of July. And please take a moment to remember those men and women that cannot be with their loved ones during this time.

And may God bless you, your family, Watauga and the United States of America.

JULY 13, 2020

WORKSHOP
5:30 P.M.

REGULAR MEETING
6:30 P.M.

COUNCIL CHAMBERS

7105 WHITLEY ROAD

Milestone Business Anniversaries

35 Years

Watauga Dental
5920 Watauga Rd

25 Years
Joe's Coffee Shop
5912 Denton Hwy

EZ Mart
8251 Rufe Snow

20 Years
Super Target
8000 Denton Hwy

Whataburger
7826 Denton Hwy

5 Years
Interactive Marketing Group
6651 Watauga Road

Efficiency Improvements for the Development Services Division of Public Works

Beginning July 1, 2020 the following changes will occur and allow for a more efficient operation and the reduction of staffing by one person.

Public Works Department - 7800 Virgil Anthony Blvd.

Public Works hours of operation will change to 7:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Public Works Permit Office will be closed for lunch from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.

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Beginning October 1, 2020 the following tasks will be assigned to the department listed below.
Police Department - 7101 Whitley Road

Alarm Permits - Available online
Garage Sale Permits - Not available online
Temporary Sign Permits - Available online
Solicitor Permits - Not available online

Fire Department - 5909 Hightower Drive

Fire alarm, fire suppression and fire sprinkler system permits - Not available online

Utility Billing - 7105 Whitley Road

Fire hydrant meter rental - Agreement available for printing online, but must be submitted in person
Water / Sewer tap and impact fees - Not available online

Finance Department - 7105 Whitley Road

Insufficient fund check processing - Not available online, may be done via phone or in-person

Some permits may be obtained online by logging into the City of Watauga website at www.cowtx.org, clicking on the government tab, and under the Permits and Inspections Department option, select Permits and then select "Download & Information Center". This link is subject to change once the above departments take over these operations.

Watauga Animal Services July Adoption Promotion

Let Their FREEDOM Ring This Independence Day

WHAT: $4 adoptions! All adoptions include pet sterilization, vaccinations, deworming,
and a microchip. Dogs 6 months and older will be checked for Heartworms.

WHERE: Watauga Animal Services Center, 5203 Watauga Road.
WHEN: Saturday, July 4, 2020 (11:00 am - 5:00 pm)

Meows and Howls

Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (T.C.A.P.) low cost vaccination clinic schedules for July 11, 2020 has been cancelled in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Watauga Animal Services will still offer $10 microchipping and $5 city registrations. Click here for additional information.

Clear The Shelters 2020 is right around the corner!

Visit our website for additional information.

Join the Coloring Craze!

Each month the Recreation Department will post a new coloring page. Print out, color, and share a picture of the completed page on the Recreation Department Facebook to be entered into a drawing for a gift basket! June's gift basket theme will be arts and crafts. If you are unable to print the coloring page, the Recreation Department will have a folder located outside the Community Center where you can pick one up.

Take part in the Watauga Recreation Department Scavenger Hunt July 6^th - 17th! You can choose to do the outdoor version, indoor version, or both! Snap pictures of each item you find. For every item you complete, your name will be entered into a drawing for a prize! Completing the Indoor Scavenger Hunt gives you the chance to win a "games" gift basket; completing the Outdoor Scavenger Hunt gives you the chance to win a gardening gift basket. To submit your completed scavenger hunt, email your scavenger hunt sheet along with the pictures you take to MLanders@wataugatx.org. Winners will be announced on July 18^th. You can find the Scavenger Hunt sheets here.

Since 1985, America has celebrated July as Park and Recreation Month. A program of the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), the goal is to raise awareness of the essential services that park and recreation professionals provide to communities across the U.S.

This July, Watauga's Parks and Community Services Department is celebrating with the theme We Are Parks and Recreation. All month long, we'll be highlighting the selfless, passionate and essential work of park and recreation professionals who are providing services that are vital to a healthy Watauga. For more information, go to www.nrpa.org/july or search Twitter and Instagram using #WeAreParksAndRec.

Make sure to check out the Facebook Dance Challenge July 20^th - 24^th on the Watauga Recreation Departments Facebook page. Submit a video of you completing the Dance Challenge and be entered into a drawing for a prize! Three (3) winners will be randomly selected July 27^th. Show us your moves!

Join the Parks and Recreation Department on July 9th at 6:30 PM as they go live on their Facebook page to host a trivia night! The theme is Harry Potter. The 3 people who answer the most questions correctly will win a prize! (If there is a tie, winners will be randomly selected.)

The next trivia night will be July 23^rd. The theme is Star Wars!

Visit their Facebook page for more information!