Dec Edition.pub - Town of Pantego

TOWN NEWSLETTER
Norma Zenk, Editor
Volume 2008, Issue 12
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
POLICE DEPT: 911,
274-2511, 274-1383, 265-9431
FIRE DEPT: 911, 274-1384
TOWN COUNCIL
Mayor: Dorothy Aderholt
860-8592
Mayor Pro Tem: Jason Williams
274-8787
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Duane Smith
274-1139
Mike Robertson 277-5335
Melody Paradise 734-3297
Cal Kost
274-4109
TOWN STAFF
CITY MGR: Doug Davis
Town Secretary: Norma Zenk
Police Chief: Joel McKinney
Fire Chief: Tom Griffith
Finance Dir.: Fitzhugh Newsome
Public Works Dir: Ron Edwards
AP/HR: Judy Browder
Building Inspector: Chad Joyce
Code Enforcement: Ron Edwards
Utilities: Gayla McNair
Muni. Court: Thressa Householder
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS:
* Chrisy Ferguson
* Shannon Crowson
HELPFUL NUMBERS
ELECTRIC COMPANIES:
www.powertochoose.com
GAS COMPANY: Atmos Energy
1-888-286-6700
PHONE COMPANY: AT&T
1-800-288-2020
CABLE COMPANY: Time Warner
972-742-5892
WHO DO YOU CALL IF:
* Street Light is out: Oncor
* Traffic Signal is out:
Dept of Transportation
* Trash/Debris on the road:
Pantego Public Works
* Abandoned Vehicles:
Pantego Police Department
* Pot Hole on the road:
Pantego Public Works
* High Weeds:
Pantego Fire Department
* Power lines are down:
911, Oncor
* Electricity is out:
Your electricity provider who is
delivering power to your home.
If your question or problem is
not listed on the “Who to Call
List,” please let us know.
[email protected]
Main Number: 274-1381
Fax Number: 265-1375
Pantego, Texas
Small Town Charm, Big City Opportunities!!
DECEMBER 2008, Page 1
Behind the Scenes
The 2008 community tree lighting,
the second annual Pantego 5K
Run/Walk and Candy Train are
another success story, thanks to a
lot of work by a lot of people.
Crime Watch and Park Boards,
under the leadership of their respective Chairs, Barbara Spurgeon
and Nancy York, combined efforts
to produce a great day. The Runner worked on the 5K Run/Walk
and Carolyn Surritt, with Fast
Paws, coordinated the event. Public works has done an outstanding
job of making our park a wonder
land. I don’t know how they did so
much in addition to all the other
things they do. Also, Town Hall
has been decorated, and in my
driving around town, I notice you
too have been working hard and
decorating. Pantego is being transformed into a tribute to the season.
Another hard working, behind the
scenes , person is our Town Secretary, Norma Zenk. Norma came
to us in 2006, from Bedford and
has definitely added a ”touch of
class” to our office. She is dedicated to Pantego, her job and
council. Her little red car is often
Santa and Mrs. Claus was there too!! So if you had your photo taken seen at Town Hall late at night,
with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Elf, please stop by Town Hall and weekends and on holidays. She is
always busy, but never too busy to
pick up you photos or give us a call and we’ll mail them to you.
take your call, listen to your probTHANK YOU
lem and try to find a solution. We
PANTEGO RESIDENTS, NEIGHBORS & SILVERLEAF
are blessed in many ways and our
RESORTS PERSONNEL!
current staff is unarguably one of
The Pantego Lions Club Annual Food Drive benefiting Arlington those ways. Among my personal
Charities netted approximately 3,000 pounds from residents.
blessings, I count serving as the
Also Silverleaf Resorts personnel
Mayor of Pantego and working
contributed an additional
with the great staff at Town Hall,
4,000 pounds. This
observing their dedication and the
was a great response to
hard work that goes on Behind the
help those less fortunate.
scenes.
THANKS!! to everyone who participated in this year’s 5K Run
benefiting Pantego’s Veterans
Memorial. As always, the Park
and Recreation Board and the
Crime Watch Board created an
awesome event for the residents
of Pantego and visitors from surrounding cities. Special thanks to
our generous sponsors: Walmart;
Accent Awards; Pantego Lions
Club; Subway Restaurant; The
Runner Shop; FastPaws; Arlington Striders; DFW Real Estate Center; ONCOR; Atmos Energy;
Bass Printing; Community Waste Disposal; AVAREN; Duncan Disposal; Southern Flair Photography; Rehoboth Balloons & Gifts; All
Tune and Lube; CES SYSTEMS; The Hulett Agency; and Time
Warner Cable.
RESULTS:
for Overall and Masters:
Female Overall: Sparkle Plenty,
42, 20:11.01
Male Overall: John Valentine,
16, 17:25.65
Female Masters: Cathy Buchanan,
46, 23:47.04
Male Masters: John Ball,
56, 21:23.76
For a complete listing of winners
in their age group, check out our
5K Run website: www.pantego5k..fastpaws.com.
My wish for each of you is a
blessed Holiday Season,
Dorothy Aderholt
Mayor
PUBLIC WORKS ZONE
Ron Edward, Director of Public Works
Dog Day in the Park
Our second annual dog day in the park
was a success and we would like to thank
all who came out to the celebration and we
hope you and your pets had a good time.
We would like to thank Maurine with Dog
Training Club of Dallas County Inc. Her
interest and wealth of information not to
mention the great turnout of volunteers
from the group, was a great asset and they
put together a wonderful and educational
event for pet owners.
We would also like to thank Chris’ Rescue Angels and DFW Pug Rescue Club for attending. We appreciate the time they took to come out and hope that the next time you
are looking for a pet, you’ll think of them.
Curb and Gutters
The 2008 curb and gutter repair project has been completed except for grass that needs to
be replaced where curbs were removed. I am keeping a list of areas around town where I
have received complaints about curbs still in need of repair and your request will be
evaluated in the near future.
2008 Rainfall
REPORT
From Hank Merbler
November 2.9”
YEAR TO DATE
31.3”
The Town of Pantego bids farewell to our weatherman as he
retires from reporting our rainfall. He will be deeply missed,
but we wish him a long and
healthy retirement.
God Bless and God’s Speed!
The Fear of Falling
Tom Griffith, Fire Chief
As children we learn that falling down can be an unpleasant experience and soon after taking our first steps we take
whatever steps me must to avoid falling. The risk of falling continues to be an everyday part of life for all of us. As
we age falling becomes a very critical factor in our survivability and quality of life.
Statistically, approximately 6,000 people die each year from falls and 75% of them are over the age of 65 years. In 2001, 1.6
million older adults were treated in Emergency Departments for injuries from falls and 373,000 were hospitalized. The economic
impact of falls is predicted to reach $32.4 billion by 2020. Statistics also reveal that older adults are four times more likely to be
hospitalized for a fall than for any other injury and women are two times more likely to be hospitalized than men. About 50% of
older adults that are hospitalized do not return to independent living; often requiring long term care or nursing home admission.
According to the 2000 United States Census the median age of the population of the Town of Pantego is 44.9 years; this number is higher than the average in the United States. In 2008 the Pantego Fire Department responded to 60 requests for Lift Assistance with 50 needing medical treatment. A Lift Assistance response is where an individual has fallen and cannot stand up without
the aid of others.
Because of the increasingly aging population and the increase in falls within the Pantego population, the Pantego Fire Department has initiated a program to evaluate the older population on their risk of falling. The program, known as HEROS©, was developed by several PhD nurses at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. The program is designed to evaluate a persons balance
abilities and assign a fall risk number. The program will also address ways that an individual can reduce their risk of falling.
Many falls, approximately 31%, are due to environmental factors such as objects, loose rugs, incorrect shoes, and rough terrain.
The HEROS© program will also provide citizens with recommendations on how to create a safe walking environment. The program will also address other fall risk factors such as balance instability, dizziness, confusion, and visual impairment. One of the
goals of the Pantego HEROS program is to institute a safety inspection program for the home where about 60% of falls occur.
The Pantego Fire Department will roll out this program soon with a pilot introduction at the Waterford independent living community. Once the pilot program has been completed the HEROS program will be offered to the citizens at large. Please refer back
to the Town Newsletter for future information regarding the HEROS© program.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
December 24
Christmas Eve
December 25
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!
December 25 and 26
Municipal offices will be closed.
December 30
Blood Drive at Walmart 2-6pm
December 31
New Year’s Eve
January 1
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
January 1
Municipal offices will be closed.
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Recycling and Solid Waste collection will not be affected during the
Holidays!!
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Gas Drilling Update
The results of the seismic study indicate a major fault within
the Pantego area and requires Carrizo to re-evaluate the approach to drilling within the Pantego/Arlington unit. Carrizo
anticipates on drilling two test wells to evaluate production
and determine future drilling efforts. Permitting for the test
wells will be initiated after the first of the year.
Town of Pantego Newsletter, DECEMBER 2008
PANTEGO POLICE DEPARTMENT, Community Service Events for the month of November 2008
Joel McKinney, Chief of Police
► The Crime Watch Board, Parks and Recreation Board, the Mayor and all Council Members and all town Departments participated in the Candy Train, Christmas Tree Lighting, 5-K Run special event in the park. All these
events were enjoyed by Town residents and lots of visitors. A special “THANK YOU” goes out to the all volunteers
and contributors. We couldn’t have done it without YOU.
► The Police Department and The Waterford are working with Silverleaf Resorts this year in the “TOYS FOR TOTS” program. The Police Department and the Waterford are official drop off locations for this most important program.
► The Police Department is working with Cornerstone Foster Care this year to help bring Christmas stockings and other gifts to
a number of children supported by that organization.
Thanks for letting us serve you!
NOVEMBER 2008 CRIME STATS . . .
Death Investigation
2600 Block W. Park Row Drive
Criminal Mischief
2200 Block W. Park Row Drive
(2) 1800 Block Nora Drive
2800 Block Country Club Road
Theft
(2) 2500 Block W. Park Row Drive
1900 Block W. Arkansas Lane
2400 Block W. Pioneer Parkway
1500 Block S. Bowen Road
Burglary of Residence
1600 Block Arrowhead Drive
(2) 3600 Block Shady Valley Drive
Burglary of Building
3200 Block Green Tee Drive
Burglary of Vehicle
(2) 2300 Block W. Pioneer Parkway
2200 Block W. Park Row Drive
Burglary of Vehicle
Burg Coin Op Ma.
Vehicle Theft
2200 Block Lavern Street
1500 Block S. Bowen Road
2300 Block W. Pioneer Parkway
3600 Block Smith Barry Road
Stolen Veh. Recovered
2600 Block W. Pioneer Parkway
Aggravated Robbery
3600 Block W. Pioneer Parkway
Assault
2100 Block W. Pioneer Parkway
Possession Marijuana
2300 Block W. Park Row Drive
Fight
3500 Marathon Drive
* Officers made 15 arrests during the month on warrants for Pantego
offenses and on warrants from other agencies.
* Officers made 43 alarm calls during the month.
* Officers reported 15 open doors or suspicious vehicles or persons near
businesses or in the residential areas.
Sparky Speaks
Holidays mean a lot of yummy food, parties and lots
of family and friends. Unfortunately it is also a time
for a lot of home fires. That is where I come into the
picture by creating a checklist for adults. That’s right
kids, now it is your turn to make sure the adults are being safe. Help
Sparky keep an eye on them. The checklist below will help them
make sure everyone has a safe and happy holiday season.
Checklist for Grownups, Remind Grown-ups to:
* Unplug all holiday lights before they leave home or go to bed.
Lights look pretty but they can also cause fires. If your lights have
cracked or frayed cords, throw them away. If you buy a fake tree, be
sure it is labeled “flame retardant.” If you have a real Christmas tree
make sure you water it several times a day. Make sure it is not close
to open flames and that it does not block an exit from the room.
* Light candles carefully (make sure to trim wicks prior to lighting)
Did you know that more candle fires start in living rooms, dens, dining rooms, and kitchens during the month of December than any
other month of the year?
* Blow candles out when they leave the room or got to bed. “When
you go out, blow out.” Make sure candle holders are in a safe place
and cannot be knocked over. Leave candles to the grown-ups. Make
sure lighters and matches are out of kids sight and reach.
* Turn out space heaters when they leave the room or go to bed.
Keep portable and space heaters at least three feet from anything that
can burn.
* Never leave cooking unattended. All that holiday food is wonderful, but remember kids and pets should stay away from cooking areas.
Declare a three-foot “kid free zone” around the stove. Remember to
always place pot and pan handles facing in towards the wall when
cooking.
I hope everyone has a safe and happy Holiday Season.
Volume 2008, Issue 12
Sparky
Pantego Mourns the Loss
of
One of Its Leaders
The Honorable Lt. Col. F.J.
"Hank" Bloom, Army (Ret), 89,
of Wells, was laid to rest with Military graveside services on Thursday, September 18, 2008, in the Mt.
Hope Cemetery. Lt. Col. Bloom
was born November 23, 1918, in
Palmyra, Missouri, the son of the late Zelma (Browning)
and Rev. J.T. Bloom. Lt. Col. Bloom retired with 26 years
of service in the United States Army, and fought in World
War II and the Korean War. He previously resided in
Pantego, Texas, for 22 years. He was a community leader,
served as the Mayor of Pantego from 1981 to 1987, and was
the founding president of the Pantego Lions Club. Lt. Col.
Bloom lived in Wells for the past 22 years. He served on the
Mt. Hope Cemetery Association and the City Council of
Wells. He was an active member of Falvey Memorial
United Methodist Church, where he sang in the choir. Lt.
Col. Bloom was a loving and devoted husband, father,
grandfather and brother. Survivors include his children and
their spouses, Cathey and Glenn Wise of Arlington, Jim and
Melissa Bloom of Rockwall, and Linda and Russ Harvell of
Bryan; thirteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren;
sister, Joyce Kessler of Florida; as well as numerous nieces,
nephews and other relatives. Preceding Lt. Col. Bloom in
death were his parents; his wife, Joyce B. Bloom; daughter,
Sherra Johnson; son, Mike Bloom; sister, Rosemary
Werner; and brother, Ted Bloom.
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PRSRT STD
U.S. Postage Paid
Arlington, TX
Permit No. 113
1614 South Bowen Road, Pantego, TX 76013
Www.townofpantego.com
Happy Holidays!!
Joy and Good Tidings to You!!
PANTEGO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COR POR ATION
PANTEGO FOCUS ON BUSINESS
Iva’s Flower Shop, 2400 W. Pioneer Parkway, (817) 261-8023 is a family owned
business serving the area since 1955. Opened by Iva Snell, it is now operated by her grandson
Carl Biggs. Iva opened the original store in the front of her home near downtown Arlington.
Carl began working with his grandmother in 1971 at the age of 15. The store moved to the
Woodland West area in 1974 and on to it’s expanded location in Pantego. Iva’s Flower Shop
offers flowers for all occasions including weddings, sympathy tributes, parties, celebrations, and
homecoming flowers. Delivery service is offered both locally and worldwide. Store hours are
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where’s Everyone Going???!!!
In preparation for the grand opening of the new Aldi Grocery Store coming to Pantego in the Fall of 2009, existing businesses from the Westside of Westbury Square Shopping Center have moved to nearby locations. If would like to know
what ever happened to a business that used to be at this shopping center, call us, and we’ll try to find them for you.
ALL PORTS TRAVEL
Village Shopping Center
2230 (B) W. Park Row Drive
(817) 469-1414
ALL STATE INS.
I-20 and Bowen Road
2nd location: 2108 W. Pioneer Pkwy
(817) 460-5078
JAMES CRIBBS, Esq.
Westbury Square/Eastside
2301 (A) W. Park Row Drive
(817) 461-2000
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