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The City of Friendswood recently saved over $1 million in debt service payments by refinancing all of the City’s 2003 and a portion of the City’s 2005 General Obligation bonds. The refinancing, totaling $8.8 million, helped fund many important City projects over the last few years, including the City’s new Public Safety Building, Fire Station #4, Centennial Park, and a number of drainage and street projects across the community.
Before refinancing, the average interest rate on the City’s bonds was at 4.23 percent. That rate was reduced to 2.24 percent. The refunding results in a total debt service savings of $1,026,111 over the life of the loan, or an estimated annual savings of $74,000. This was achieved without extending the life of the loan.
In addition, while many other Cities’ municipal bond ratings have been downgraded in the last few years, Friendswood has learned that we remained stable at a AA- bond rating, issued by the Standard & Poor’s Rating Services. This rating is based on a stable outlook which reflects an "expectation that the city’s property tax base will remain stable and the City will maintain a strong financial position".
For more information on the City of Friendswood and our services, contact the City at 281-996-3220.
The City of
Friendswood Community Services Department is proud to announce the lineup for
the 2012 Mitch and Artha Wright Concert in the Park Series. All concerts are
free to the public. Prizes are given out during intermission. Concerts will
take place at Stevenson Park, 1100 S. Friendswood Dr. in the Gazebo. All
Concerts will begin at 7 p.m. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, refreshments,
dinner and/or a snack and sit back and enjoy an evening of fun and family
entertainment.
MAY
4 - Clear Brook High
School and Friendswood High
School (Jazz
Bands)
MAY
11 - Revelators (Soul)
MAY
18 - Time in a
Bottle (Classic
Rock)
MAY
25 - Velvet
Punch (80’s
Variety)
JUNE
1 - Courtney Johnson
Band (Country)
JUNE
8 - Fuzzy Side
Up (Pop/Rock)
JUNE
15 - Funksion (Blues &
Jazz)
JUNE
22 - Level One Band
“Live Karaoke” (Variety)
*Live Karaoke
gives the audience a chance to get in on the action. Get up and sing on stage
with the Level One Band. The crowd favorite will win an opportunity to perform
at this year’s Fourth of July Celebration. All ages welcome.
JUNE
29 - Almost Endless
Summer (Rock &
Roll)
If you would like
to be a sponsor and/or provide a door prize for one of the concerts, or to
receive more info on “Live Karaoke” Night please contact the Community Service
Department at 281-996-3220.
Monday, February 27th at 6:30pm Early Literacy Workshop - Talkers: Two and Three Years. Free for parents, teachers & caregivers. Each person attending will receive a certificate for 2 clock hours for professional development. See or call Children's desk to register. 281-482-7135.
Wednesday, February 29th at 7pm Personal Essay Readings with featured essayists Barbara Carle, Kay Cox, Diana Dettling Buckley, and Nanci Engle. Visit From the Reference Desk blog, found from the Friendswood Public Library website,to read The Red Shoes by Barbara Carle, Traveling from New Mexico to Houston by Kay Cox, Summer Holidays by Diana Dettling Buckley, and Breaking Cornbread by Nanci Engle.
Thursday, March 1st at 6:30pm Classic Movie Night with Hail the Conquering Hero starring Eddie Bracken, Ella Raines, and William Demarest. Directed by Preston Sturges in 1944. This black and white film is not rated and is 101 minutes long.
Wednesday, March 7th at 7pm How to stay young the first 100 years with Dr. Karina Garza. How to Stay Young the First 100 Years is an eye-opening presentation about health, wellness and the importance of preventative care. This lecture discusses the most overlooked component of your body which is crucial to your longevity. The best thing is that it's never too late to start regardless of your age and the benefits will stay with you for the rest of your life! Dr. Karina Garza received a Bachelor's of Science in Human Biology and a Doctorate in Chiropractic from the Texas Chiropractic College. 30 minutes?
Thursday, March 8th at 6:30pm Computer Class: Beginner's Microsoft Word ?
Tuesday, March 13th at 7pm Book Club with Cleopatra by Stacy Schiff. Book Club meets the 2nd Tuesday each month at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments are provided. The library has several copies of the book.
Wednesday, March 14th at 7pm Anthem Performing Artists will perform the Melodrama production An Odor of Sanctity; or...Something Smells in the Pews by Margaret Symmank. This 1890's melodrama complete with villain, hero, and heroine, tells the tale of the wealthy and colorful Hue family. The Hues meet with timeless trials and learn lessons that apply in any day to demonstrate in true melodramatic form that justice always triumphs and love never fails. Fun for all ages.
Thursday, March 22nd at 7pm Celebrate Johann Sebastian Bach's Birthday with a performance of Bach's music. Pianist Stephanie Poyner and flutist Leslie Ann Engle, joined by a handbell choir, will perform the celebrated music of Johann Sebastian Bach.
Wednesday, April 4th at 7pm Celebrate National Poetry Month: FPL Poetry Series presents a poetry reading with host John Milkereit and Net Poets Society.
Friendswood Public Library, 416 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, TX 77546, 281-482-7135
It’s
time for the Friendswood Senior Citizen Program's annual Spaghetti
Luncheon Fundraiser. Jeter Memorial Funeral Home is helping to sponsor this
fundraiser to benefit the Program. This year’s event will take place Thursday,
March 15, 2012 from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Friendswood's Activity Building,
416 Morningside. Plates are $7 for adults and $5 for senior citizens and
children under 12. Participants can also call ahead and pick up an order to
go. Local favorite Joe DeBonis and the ROMEOS will prepare spaghetti and
meatballs, salad, garlic bread, desserts and drinks. To order ahead or for more
information, please call (281)482-8441.
The City of Friendswood’s Municipal Court is one of
300 Texas jurisdictions participating in the "2012 Great Texas Warrant
Round-Up", which officially begins Saturday, February 25, 2012. While no
amnesty is being offered in conjunction with the Round-Up, this campaign
presents an excellent opportunity for persons with outstanding warrants to clear
them, so that they no longer face the chance of being arrested at any location,
including at the defendant's home, school or workplace.
Notices are being mailed to the last known address
of defendants with active, pending warrants. Defendants have several options
for clearing warrants, including making payments online at www.friendswood.com, calling the
municipal court at 281-996-3252, or paying by mail or in person to the Court
office at 1600 Whitaker Drive.
The Municipal Court is open Monday through Thursday
7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. and on Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:45 P.M. The Court office
will also be open on Saturday, February 25, 2012, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. for
those persons wanting to clear outstanding warrants.
Help sessions available for downloading eBooks and audiobooks:
Monday, February 13 at 5:00pm, Tuesday, February 21 at 7:30pm
Monday, February 27 at 5:00pm, Tuesday, March 20 at 7:30pm
Did you receive an eBook reader, tablet, 3G or 4G phone, computer, MP3 player, Apple iPod, or Apple iPad for Christmas? Come learn how to checkout and download using OverDrive to access free eBooks and audiobooks on these devices. Bring your device. Overdrive is a licensed product that provides patrons free access to eBooks, audiobooks, and videos through the Friendswood Public Library.
Tuesday, February 14th at 7pm - Book Club with The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett. Book Club meets the 2nd Tuesday each month at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments are provided.
Wednesday, February 15th at 7pm - The Book that Changed the World Mark T. Crawford will speak about the historical and political setting of 17th century England as it pertains to the King James translation of the Bible. The King James Version, known to the world as the KJV, has been a best-seller since its publication in 1611. Mark will also speak about the KJV's lasting impact on the world of literature. Rev. Mark Crawford was educated at SMU, Dallas and Oxford University before completing his Doctor of Ministry Degree at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Mark serves on the Diocesan Commission on Ministry, the General Board of Examining Chaplains and is a member of the faculty in the IONA School for Continuing Education. He now serves as Staff Chaplain at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital in the Texas Medical Center.
Thursday, February 16th at 6:30pm - Classic Movie Night with Joe Versus the Volcano starring Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, Robert Stack, and Lloyd Bridges. Directed by John Patrick Shanley in 1990. This color film is rated PG and is 99 minutes long.
Wednesday, February 22nd at 6pm - Author Visit - Mark Long is a video game designer and producer living in Seattle. His graphic novel The Silence of Our Friends is based on his childhood experiences with the civil rights movement in suburban Houston, Texas.
Thursday, February 23rd at 6:30pm - Computer Class: Beginner's Microsoft Excel
Monday, February 27th at 6:30pm - Early Literacy Workshop - Talkers: Two and Three Years. Free for parents, teachers & caregivers. Each person attending will receive a certificate for 2 clock hours for professional development. See or call Children's desk to register. 281-482-7135.
Wednesday, February 29th at 7pm - Personal Essay Readings with featured essayists Barbara Carle, Kay Cox, Diana Dettling Buckley, and Nanci Engle. Visit From the Reference Desk found from the Friendswood Public Library's website to read essays by these authors. ?
Friendswood Public Library, 416 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, TX 77546
Free Zumba
class at the Stevenson Park Gazebo this Saturday, February 11 from 8:30 a.m. to
10 a.m. The class is instructed by Lisa Miller and Sandy
Vlasek. For more information, please contact the Community
Services department at 281-996-3220.
Free Zumba class at Stevenson Park Gazebo this Saturday, January 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m, instructed by Lisa Miller. For more information, please contact the Community Services department at 281-996-3220.
Keep Friendswood Beautiful’s annual tree giveaway for Friendswood residents will be held at Friendswood City Hall, 910 S. Friendswood Dr. the morning of Saturday, Jan. 21. The doors will open at 8 a.m. and close by 10:30 a.m. or until the trees are gone, so come early for the best selection.
Over a hundred container trees will be given away to residents. Board members will be handing out information sheets on each species to be given away and how to plant them. A Master Gardener will be present to answer specific questions.
The trees available have been chosen based on their suitability for this area and will include Bald Cypress, Oak (several species), and many others.
For more information, contact the Community Services Department at 281-996-3220.
Thursday, January 19th at 6:30pm Classic Movie Night with Kiss Me Deadly starring Ralph Meeker, Albert Dekker, and Paul Stewart. Directed by Robert Aldrich in 1955. This black and white film is not rated and is 105 minutes long.
Help sessions available for downloading eBooks and audiobooks:
Monday, January 23 at 5:00pm Monday, January 30 at 5:00pm Tuesday, January 17 at 1:00pm Tuesday, January 24 at 1:00pm Tuesday, January 31 at 1:00pm
Did you receive an eBook reader, tablet, 3G or 4G phone, computer, MP3 player, Apple iPod, or Apple iPad for Christmas? Come learn how to checkout and download using OverDrive to access free eBooks and audiobooks on these devices. Bring your device. Overdrive is a licensed product that provides patrons free access to eBooks, audiobooks, and videos through the Friendswood Public Library.
Wednesday, January 25th at 7pm Cherokee History, Culture and Language: Larry Pearl, a resident of League City, was born in Oklahoma and is a descendant of the Cherokee people. He will be giving a presentation that will cover many aspects of early Cherokee life. He will share his knowledge about this important part of our American history and demonstrate how European and Cherokee cultures were influenced and developed over centuries of contact. This will be a fun and entertaining evening for all.
Thursday, January 26th at 6:30pm Computer Class: Managing Your Files and Folders
Thursday, February 2nd at 6:30pm Classic Movie Night with Ninotchka starring Greta Garbo, Melvyn Douglas, and Ina Claire. Directed by Ernst Lubitsch in 1939. This black and white film is not rated and is 110 minutes long. In 1990, Ninotchka was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant". It was also included on two American Film Institute lists: #40 on AFI's 100 Years... 100 Passions and #52 on AFI's 100 Years... 100 Laughs. It was also included on Time Magazine's All-Time 100 Movies.
Friendswood Public Library, 416 S. Friendswood Drive, Friendswood, TX 77546
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