Announcements

Protect Your Trees from Dutch Elm Disease

This time of year is prime for the spread and infestation of Dutch Elm disease, a silent killer among elm trees. The disease is caused by a fungus that prevents elm trees from transmitting water from the roots to the crown and eventually causes them to wilt and die. Dutch Elm progresses through infected trees very rapidly.For more information about this disease, call Environmental Services at 972.874.6340.

Mosquito Protection Tips

Mosquito season is upon us. To help prevent mosquito breeding around homes and neighborhoods and protect residents from mosquito-borne diseases, the Town has provided some simple steps to take by following the "Four Ds": Dusk and Dawn, Dress, DEET, Drain. To report mosquito problems in a neighborhood or for more information on mosquito control, contact the Environmental Health Services Division at 972.874.6340.

Spark Your Interest - FMFD Youth Fire Academy

The Flower Mound Fire Department will hold the Youth Fire Academy from 1 to 5 p.m. on August 10 – 13 at Central Fire Station, 3838 Forums Drive, for students entering the seventh or eighth grade in the fall. For more information, call 972.874.6270.

Strength and Conditioning Class

Take charge of your body and your exercise routine with this one-hour strength and conditioning workout. JRobs certified personal trainers will work with all fitness levels to improve core performance, strength, endurance and balance.

Independence Day Closings 2009

In observance of Independence Day, all Town of Flower Mound administrative offices will be closed July 3 and the Flower Mound Public Library will be closed July 3 and 4. Animal Services will be closed July 4, and the Community Activity Center will be open normal business hours. Police, Fire, and Emergency Services remain in operation during all holidays. Allied Waste Services’ schedule will not be affected. For more information, call 972.539.SERV.

FMFD Participates in Thrilling Boat School Training

Four members of the Flower Mound Fire Department’s (FMFD) fire boat team recently participated in the Arkansas Boat School, the largest in-land lake fire boat school in the United States. Sponsored by the Arkansas Department of Forestry and United States Coast Guard, the free training included wild land fire support, defensive driving, response to a boat wreck on the lake, dock/marina fire, and surface water rescue.

Town of Flower Mound Expands Communication Program with Array of New Online Programs and Social Media Services

Embracing new technologies and taking a progressive approach to communicating with residents, members of the business community, and other stakeholders the Town of Flower Mound recently launched a collection of new online programs and services that will enable them to stay informed better than ever.