Art L. Miner

Message from the Mayor:

Spring is in full swing. Mother Nature has already made her presence known, and she’s probably not done yet. None the less, it is time to break out all the tools and equipment to get the yards in shape and the gardens going. Don’t forget the “Yard of the Month” award. Nominate your neighbor or other deserving citizen, or even yourself.

The Mayor’s Book Club, previously scheduled for last month, will now be on May 2^nd, from 4:30 to 5:30, in the library. The book is titled Walk Two Moons. You’re welcome even if you have not read it. Come and join the fun and discussion... and snacks!

May always brings what I consider the most important responsibility we have as Americans. And that is exercising our right to vote. Besides our local election for council seats for Places 1, 2, 6, and 7, and both of our ISD’s school board seats, there are two important propositions (Prop. A, and Prop. B) on the ballot. There is still time to vote during early voting on May 1^st thru the 3^rd. Also, Election Day is Saturday, May 7^th. The Tarrant County website lists the early voting locations, election day locations, and sample ballots. Don’t forget the State and County runoff elections on May 24^th. Please, do your due diligence and VOTE.

After its hiatus, thanks to COVID, Wataugafest is back. May 19^th thru the 22^nd at Capp Smith Park. There is lots of fun to be had. So come on out and be a part of its return.
If you have not been to our Animal Shelter lately, they have lots of fur buddies looking for a new home. Whether you are looking for a dog, cat, rabbit or even a ferret, with an occasional chicken thrown in, they have them.

A reminder that May 2^nd thru May 6^th is National Teachers Week. I will recognize both BISD and KISD with Proclamations at the next council meeting. Also, May 26^th will be the last official day for both KISD and BISD campuses. That day will be here before you know it. So be prepared those little ones will be out and about, especially around our great parks and splash pad.

Lastly, I will again mention our Gone But Not Forgotten program. It would be my pleasure to publicly recognize a veteran who passed the previous month for their service and sacrifice to our great country. Reach out to us at VETERANS@COWTX.ORG.

May 9, 2022

WORKSHOP
5:30 P.M.

REGULAR MEETING
6:30 P.M.

May 23, 2022

WORKSHOP
5:30 P.M.

REGULAR MEETING
6:30 P.M.

COUNCIL CHAMBERS

7105 WHITLEY ROAD

Java with City Manager, Josh Jones

The City of Watauga is pleased to announce the first segment of “Java with Josh”, where citizens will have the opportunity to engage in open dialogue in a comfortable and informal setting with City Manager Josh Jones. “Java with Josh” will take place Friday, May 6, 2022, at the City of Watauga Community Center located at 7901 Indian Springs Rd from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Citizen attendance and participation are encouraged.

2022 Yard of the Month:

Entries can be submitted the 1^st to the 15^th of each month.

We will have the entry form on the city website beginning April 1^st.

The parks advisory board will be doing the judging. The winner will be announced and awarded a sign to display in their yard.

Mayor’s Book Club at the Watauga Public Library

Join Mayor Arthur L. Miner at the Watauga Public Library (7109 Whitley Road) on Monday, May 2nd from 4:30pm to 5:30pm for the Mayor’s Book Club. Our selected book is the Newberry Award winning classic Walk Two Moons by Sharon Creech. Join us for a light snack and discussion.

Families will enjoy reading this book together and then participating in the book club at the library. It’s the perfect story to share with kids in 4th through 6th grade.
We have a limited number of books available to check out at the library. We can also help you request the book from other local libraries.

We will discuss this excellent book, but you don’t need to read the book to attend the event. Everyone is welcome.

This event is free. Call 817-514-5865 for more information.

Gardening with Ornamental Grasses Class

Add texture and interest to your garden by using ornamental grasses!

Learn about a variety of ornamental grasses suitable for North Texas landscapes and how to design a garden with large grasses at the Watauga Public Library on Thursday, May 12^th from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

Ornamental grasses come in many different colors, textures, and heights, adding diversity to any landscape. Large, clumping grasses are often low water use and require little maintenance. They also have deep roots that allow water to penetrate the soil, keeping it in the soil longer for other plants to enjoy.

This free class is brought to you by the Tarrant County Master Gardeners and the Tarrant Regional Water District.

Milestone Business Anniversary

5 years

Crossfit Watauga

6601 Watauga Rd Suite 102

Ran Food Mart-Texaco

5850 Denton Hwy

Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids

7608 Denton Hwy Suite 312

10 years

Monkey See Monkey Do

5609 Watauga Rd

Denton Hwy Laundromat

6400 Denton Hwy

Angel’s Star Wellness Center

8325 Whitley Rd Suite 100

15 years

Big Z’s

6701 Rufe Snow

20 years

Magic Spring Roll

5609 Watauga Rd

25 years

Modern Wash

5916 Watauga Rd

Nicki’s Quick Stop

5901 Hightower Rd

Shannon Funeral Chapel

6001 Rufe Snow

35 years

Sherwin-Williams

6420 Denton Hwy Suite A

Bowlero

7301 Rufe Snow

Appia Wind Service

6004 Plum St

B.E. Bootcamp & Fitness

6600 Denton Hwy Suite 200

Make sure to stay up to date on all the activities we have going on by following our social media!

The City of Watauga has several social media feeds available for residents to follow at www.wataugatx.org