C i t y o f A l v i n , T e x a s March 2018

New Sidewalks Being Constructed

www.alvin-tx.gov

“A loving heart is the truest wisdom” Charles Dickens

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In this issue:

• New Sidewalks Being Constructed

• Lights Out Easter Egg Hunt

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• Tour de Braz Bike Ride

• Nature Observation Area Receives Award

• Employee Spotlight

Alvin City Hall

216 West Sealy

Alvin, Texas 77511

281-388-4200

Office Hours:

Monday—Thursday

7:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.

March 11, 2018 Daylight Saving Begins

March 17, 2018

Saint Patrick’s Day

March 20, 2018 Spring Begins

The City of Alvin currently has a multi-year program to carry out the vision of City Council in prioritizing the building of new sidewalks. At this time, new sidewalks being constructed on Willis Street will begin at Second Street and tie into the existing sidewalk at Hood Street. The section of sidewalk between Hood Street and Taylor Street will be brick pavers. This project includes new sidewalks along Second Street, House Street, Gordon Street and Sealy Street. The entire project is scheduled to be completed in April of this year, weather permitting.

Lights Out Easter Egg Hunt

The Alvin Parks and Recreation will host the annual Lights Out Easter Egg Hunt on March 29, 2018..

Ages 0 through 12 years old are welcome, this is a free event. ALL AGES MUST PRE-REGISTER with the Alvin Parks and Recreation at 281-388-4299 or online at https://app.bookking.ca/AlvinRecreationPub/.

Date: Thursday, March 29, 2018 Time: 8 p.m. Location: Bob Briscoe Park, 3201 S. Hwy 35, Alvin, Texas

Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture all those precious moments. The Easter Bunny will be available for photos after the egg hunt. For more information go online at www.alvin-tx.gov or call 281-388-4299.

City offices will be closed March 29, 2018 in observance of Good Friday

is in the air!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day

March 29, 2018 Pre-registration is required

Alvin City Hall

216 West Sealy

Alvin, Texas 77511

281-388-4200

Office Hours:

Monday—Thursday

7:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.

March 2018

www.alvin-tx.gov

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Parks Award

Benefiting the Alvin Volunteer Fire Department

SUNDAY, APRIL 22, 2018 Alvin Community College 3110 Mustang Road - Alvin, Texas

Five (5) non-competitive rides through beautiful Brazoria County! 10 mile, 34 mile, 50 mile, 68 mile, 100 mile

Prizes and Giveaways!

You can register online at Active.com or for more information, contact the Alvin Convention & Visitors Bureau at 281-585-3359.

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“A loving heart is the truest wisdom” Charles Dickens

The City of Alvin received a Special Recognition Award from the Houston Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) for the Nature Obser-vation Area at National Oak Park during an awards ceremony held at H-GAC on Friday, February 9th. This project was select-ed as a recipient for recognition on behalf of the 2017 H-GAC Parks and Natural Areas award program for Projects Under $500,000 category. The Nature Observation Area at National Oak Park was a collaborative effort made possible by Brazoria County and the City of Alvin Parks and Recreation Department. Funding was provided through a federal Coastal Impact Assis-tance Program grant. This observation area offers a unique in-teraction with plants, insects and wildlife native to the region.

Length of time working for the City of Alvin: 3 Years

What have you always wanted to try but never have? I have always wanted to drive a Monster Truck, I take the kids to Monster Jam just about every year.

What was the most unusual or interesting job you’ve ever had? I worked at Larry Langford’s Christmas tree lot when I was in high school.

What is your motto or personal mantra? Work Hard and Stay Humble.

People would be surprised to know: I bought my first house when I was 25, and I can retire at 39 years of age if I wanted to, but I Love my job so I'll probably wait till I'm like 50.

Staff Spotlight

Jesse Rodriguez

WWTP Chief Operator

Alvin Sunrise Rotary Foundation

Friday, March 23, 2018 Saturday, March 24, 2018

Live Music, Beer Garden & Activities for the Kids

Friday—Gates open at 11 a.m. Live music begins at 6:00 p.m.

Saturday—Gates open at 8:00 a.m. Live music begins at 2:00 p.m.

Briscoe Park 3201 South Hwy 35 Alvin, Texas 77511

www.alvinmusicfestival.com

Alvin’s Nature Observation Area Receives Award

Depot Market Days

Farmer’s Market typically held the third Saturday of the month:

• March 17th

• April 21st

9:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Alvin Train Depot

200 Depot Centre Blvd. 5

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