Electronic Disposal - August 7

Posted By rbutler on Monday, July 26 @ 3:06pm

Each quarter, Keep Allen Beautiful and the City of Allen provide a safe, environmentally friendly way for Allen residents to dispose of unwanted or obsolete computers and small electronics. Recycling these items instead of sending them to the landfill saves money, conserves valuable resources, and prevents pollution.

Bring your recyclable electronics to Allen City Hall, 305 Century Parkway, beginning at 8 a.m. on August 7. Collection will end promptly at 1 p.m. OR when the trucks are full. Participants must show their driver's license and current water utility bill as proof of Allen residency. Accepted items include computers and computer peripherals, fax machines, answering machines, microwaves, toasters, toaster ovens, mixers, and other small electric kitchen appliances (without Freon). No televisions will be accepted at this event.

For more information, contact Amanda Mattle at 214.509.4555 or Elizabeth Gonzalez at 214.509.4551.

Flags and Toys at Train Depot

Posted By rbutler on Thursday, June 10 @ 8:41am

The Allen Heritage Depot is featuring a special exhibit now through August for the entire family - Flags and Toys! Numerous flags are on display with some dating back to the Revolutionary War. The exhibit also features antique toys such as dolls, trains, tricycles, wagons, board games and more.

On Sunday, June 13, the Allen Heritage Guild will present a very special Flag Day Celebration. The program begins at 1:30 p.m. featuring the Sons of the American Revolution, fully dressed in colonial costume. Allen Fire Rescue as well as the Allen Police Department will have emergency vehicles onsite for kids to view.

For more details on the free exhibit and programs, visit www.allenheritageguild.org

Texas Energy Star Sales Tax Holiday

Posted By rbutler on Saturday, May 29 @ 2:37am

This Memorial Day weekend, get rid of those old, energy-hogging appliances! Beginning at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, May 29 through 11:59 p.m. Monday, May 31, Texas shoppers get a break from state and local sales and use taxes on purchases of certain energy efficient products.

Products qualifying for the exemption are:

• Air conditioners priced at $6,000 or less
• Refrigerators priced at $2,000 or less
• Ceiling fans
• Incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs
• Clothes washers
• Dishwashers
• Dehumidifiers
• Programmable thermostats

K-2 and Salvia in Allen

Posted By rbutler on Saturday, May 29 @ 2:31am

It has come to the attention of the Allen Police Department that there is a new drug by the name of K-2 that has made its way into Allen. K-2 is a chemical compound that can be sprayed onto potpourri, tobacco, or other organic materials and smoked. This gives the user the same type of high or euphoria that would be found in the active ingredient of marijuana; THC. These effects have been reported to be as much as 32% more potent than those of marijuana. K-2 is completely legal at this time.

In addition to K-2, salvia divinorum, or salvia, is another legal substance that gives the user the same type of high as marijuana. Salvia is a plant that can also be found in Allen.

The Police Department has the full support of the Mayor, the City Council, the City Manager’s Office, as well as other city departments, as we investigate the validity of the full extent and effects of K-2 and salvia. If these effects are proven to be true, the police department will bring this matter before the City Council. At this time, the necessary solution will be presented to the City Council to prevent the possession, manufacture, usage, or distribution of K-2. The solution could come in the form of a city ordinance, working with the state legislature for new laws, or other options.

We ask parents and teachers to warn their children of the unknown dangers of K-2 and salvia. This substance has not been fully researched, therefore side effects and long term effects are unknown.

If you have any information on K-2 or salvia, you are asked to call or e-mail Sgt. Shaw at 214-509-4206 or nshaw@cityofallen.org.

Vandalism on Oak Brook

Posted By rbutler on Monday, May 17 @ 1:08am

Please be on the lookout for any suspicious behavior or people wandering around the neighborhood. There have been several reports of vandalism on Oak Brook over the last couple of months, most recently a mailbox that was knocked over on Saturday.

If you notice anything (or anyone) out of the ordinary, or causing trouble, please contact the Allen Police Department immediately.

Here Fishy, Fishy!

Posted By rbutler on Friday, April 30 @ 2:34pm

The entire family will enjoy one America\'s favorite pastimes and give your child a fishing story that they can tell for years to come. Prizes given for the most fish caught per age group and the largest fish caught overall. This free event is intended for participants ages 16 and younger.

Construction on Bethany

Posted By rbutler on Tuesday, April 27 @ 9:05am

The construction taking place along Bethany Drive, between Malone Road and FM 2551, is being undertaken by the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD). NTMWD provides regional water treatment and wastewater treatment for the greater North Texas Region, throughout Collin County and beyond.

You may recall, several years ago, NTMWD installed a new 60-inch sanitary sewer line along Malone Road, the north side of Bethany, and west side of FM 2551. That new line was installed adjacent to, and parallel to, an older 60-inch pipeline made of concrete. That older line is in need of repair. Rather than remove and replace the line, the NTMWD is able to excavate pits at strategic locations and repair the line by trenchless means between pits (a process called insituform lining, wherein they coat the inside of the older pipe with a sock).

Foundation To Host Customs & Classic Car Show May 15

Posted By rbutler on Wednesday, April 21 @ 9:21am

The Foundation For Allen Schools is partnering with CarsRoadShow.com to host the Allen Customs and Classics Car and Truck Show on Saturday, May 15. The show, which is free to the public, will be held from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at The Village of Allen outside the Dick\'s Sporting Goods store. The show will include 24 classes for custom and classic cars, trucks and motorcycles, including the People\'s Choice Award. Custom car and truck owners may find entry and award information at www.carsroadshow.com or by calling the Foundation at (972) 727-0362.

Water Restrictions Reminder

Posted By rbutler on Friday, April 9 @ 8:36pm

The City of Allen is currently observing the Water Conservation Plan. Under this Plan, irrigation between 10 am and 6 pm is prohibited from April 1 - October 31. We recommend limiting irrigation to two days per week; however, there are no set days to water. Also under this Plan, watering during any form of precipitation is prohibited and excessive runoff or watering on impervious surfaces is prohibited.

Do You Like to Hunt for Treasure?

Posted By rbutler on Monday, April 5 @ 4:04pm

You never know what treasures there are to find at the Joe Farmer Recreation Center Spring Community Garage Sale to be held Saturday, April 17 from a 8 a.m. to Noon.

Vendors will be selling furniture, electronics, crafts, clothing items, games and much more. Admission is free and there will be plenty of parking and concessions available.