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Below you will find an index of each issue of the Burleson Progress Report for the years 2000-2005.  Click here to send an e-mail or call 817-447-5400, ext 286 to ask questions about the Burleson Progress Report. The link to each issue opens the publication in a pdf file format. Adobe Acrobat Reader is required to view these files

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Burleson Progress Reports
(select a year below to jump to the index of articles for that year)

 

Burleson Progress Reports for the Year 2007
 
Issue
Page
Title
1,3
What's all this talk about the trash?
 
1,7
Planning the future of Burleson's I-35W corridor
 
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter - The Long View
 
2
City makes online registration available to vendors
 
4,5
2007 Burleson Calendar of Events
 
6
City Phone Numbers
 
7
Planning the future of Burleson's I-35W corridor
 
8
Warrant roundup ahead
 
8
Did you know...Burleson City Cable channel 27
 
Issue
Page
Title
1,2,4, 5
2006 Annual Financial Report
 
1,6
Election Day - Saturday - May 12
 
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter - City Council Election
 
2
Citywide Net Assets, Revenues & Expenses charts
 
4
General Fund
 
5
Water & Wastewater Fund
 
8
Voting Calendar
 
8
Burleson friends of the Library- Annual book sale
     
Issue
Page
Title
1
Hot Sounds of Summer Series Sizzles
 
1,6
Public Works Response Crew
 
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
 
2
Municipal Election Results
 
3
Bricks For Books Walkway
 
4
Year-Round Water Rules
 
4
Water Wisdom in Lawn Care
 
5
Celebrate Independence Day Burleson Style!
 
5
Donations Helps Forgotten Victims
 
6
Online Forms
 
6
Summer Reading Club Is Back
 
7
Texas Cities Work!
 
7
Where is that?
 
8
Burleson Environmental Education Awards
 
8
Did You Know?
     
Issue
Page
Title
1,5
A New Twist On Familiar Services
 
1
Young and Old Learn About Firefighting
 
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
 
2
Biodiesel Fuel
 
3
Burleson E-Cycles
 
3
Changes are Being Considered for Trash Collection
 
3
Burleson Trash Bash September 15
 
4
The City of Burleson Wants You
 
5
Character Lunch
 
6
Calendar of Events
 
6
Founder's Day
 
7
New City Councilmember
 
7
Where Is That?
 
8
Library Book Discussion
 
8
Batter Up!
     
Issue
Page
Title
1,8
Do You Know how To Escape a Fire?
 
1,3
Dignitaries Shovel Dirt For Senior Activity Center Expansion
 
1
Relive History in Old Town Oct. 13
 
2
Mayor's Message
 
3
Firefighters Earn Badges
 
3
Coexist with Coyotes
 
4-5
Trash Pick Up
 
5
Burleson E-Cycles
 
6
Calendar of Events
 
6
ISO Rating Improves
 
7
City Councilmember Profile
Burleson Progress Reports for the Year 2006
 
Issue
Page
Title

Jan Feb
2006

1,3
Second Annual Burleson Home and Garden Show February 11
 
1,6
Burleson's Department of Planning and Community Development
2,6
From Mayor Ken Shetter - Building a Great City
2
Character Corner January through December 2006
3
Wasting Away
4,5
2006 Burleson Calendar of Events
7
City Phone Numbers
8

Are You A Responsible Pet Owner?

 
Issue Page Title
1,2,3,4, 7
2005 Annual Financial Report
1,6
The Storm is Coming! Burleson reads Isaac's Storm March 20-April 8
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
Ad Valorem Tax Rate History, tax Rate Changes from 1996 Rates charts
3
Condensed Statement of Net Assets
4
Citywide Revenues - Expenses pie charts
5
Changes in Net Assets
6
General Fund
7
Water and Wastwater Fund
7
Water Rate History, Sewer Rate History
8
Keep Burleson Beautiful Celebrates Earth Day April 22
8
Oops! 2006 Calendar Correction
 
Issue Page Title
1
Hot Fun in the Summer Time
1,2
Household Hazardous Waste collection May 27
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
Electronics Recycling Event, Saturday, June 10
3
Texas Rangers Baseball Camp
3
Summer Programs at the Library
4,5
Creatures Great and Small, Burleson's New Animal Care and Control Ordinance
5
Doo the Right Thing!
6
Code Enforcement Clues
6
Did You Know...Hidden Creek Parkway continues...
7
Calendar of Events May June July
7
Did You Know... Burleson's Water Emergency Management Plan ...
8
8th Annual Independence Day Fireworks Celebration
 
Issue Page Title
1, 4
A Sign of the Times
1, 4
Dry Conditions Lead to Burn Ban
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
A New Face for Place 2, Jim Wadlow, Councilmember
3
E-Cycling Excitment! June 10th
3
Summer Fire Safety Tips
5
Library Offers New Study Aid for Standardized Tests
5
Restaurant Health Inspection Scores Now Online
6
Conservation Corner - It's Never Too Late to Start
6
Pay your City of Burleson water and/or solid waste bill by cash, check, credit card or bank draft
7
Calendar of Events August September
7
Focus on Character
7
Did You Know...Burleson's next Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event is Saturday, November 4th
8
Summer Sale Reminders - Garage Sales
   
Issue Page Title
1, 8
13th Annual Founders Day
1, 3
Community Character Awards Lunch-October 11
2, 7
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
November 7 is Election Day
3
Protect Your Pets
4
Prevent Cooking Fires: Watch What You Heat! Fire Prevention Week October 8-14
5
Book It ... to the Library
5
Burleson Memorial Cemetery
6
Special Yard Waste Collections are Coming
6
City recognized for Planning Excellence APA Texas
7
Calendar of Events October - November
 
Issue Page Title
1, 3
Pancakes, Lights, Santa and Fireworks Saturday, December 9
1, 6
Burleson Wi-Fi is Live
2
Giving Back to Burleson
2, 3
From Mayor Ken Shetter
3
Congratulations To All!
4, 5
Pump Up the Volume! Water System Improvements - Turkey Peak Storage Tank
6
Help Keep Burleson Beautiful
7
New Water and Wastewater Rates
7
Did You Know...The City Will Mulch Your Fresh-Cut Holiday Tree?
8
Upcoming City Holidays
 
Burleson Progress Reports for the Year 2005
Issue
Page
Title
1,3
Burleson Home and Garden Show
 
1,3
The Two Sides of Water Service, City and Wastewater Crews
2
From The Mayor
2
Did You Know … Town Creek Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project
2
2005 Character Qualities
3
Hidden Creek Parkway Update
4,5
2005 Burleson Calendar of Events
6
Litterbugs Beware! Burleson’s New Anti-Litter Ordinance is Designed With You In Mind
6
Did You Know … Burleson’s Food Establishment Permitting Process Has Changed
7
Tips From The Water and Wastewater Divisions
8
Hidden Creek Reopens To Rave Reviews
8
Did You Know … Warrant Amnesty Is Coming!
Issue
Page
Title
1,2,3,
4,6,7
2004 Annual Financial Report
1,2
The State of the City by Mayor Ken Shetter
2
Did You Know … Hidden Creek Golf Course's Grand Reopening Weekend April 2-3
3
Condensed Statement of Net Assets
4
Citywide Revenues & Expenses Pie Charts
5
Changes in Net Assets
6
General Fund
6
Police Department Open House May 19
6
Police Department Budget Graph
7
Water and Wastewater Fund
7
Water & Sewer Rate History Graphs
8
Library Hours Changing May 1
8
City Launches Redesigned Website www.burlesontx.com
Issue
Page
Title
1,2
Hot Sounds of Summer Concerts Return to Old Town
1,3
Hidden Creek Parkway Update
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
Monday, May 30 is Memorial Day. Remember … All City facilities will be closed.
3
Selling or Giving Animals in Parking Lots is Illegal
4
Environmental Award Winners Recognized
4
Did You Know … Hidden Creek Golf Course Reopening Thank you.
5
Conservation Corner: Outdoor/Indoor Water Use
5
Dog Bite Prevention
6
Summer Sizzles at the Burleson Public Library
7
Calendar of Events June July August
7
Did You Know … Having collars and Tags for your pets is vital for several reasons.
8
Household Hazardous Waste Collection June 18
Issue
Page
Title

Aug
2005

1,2
Engineering Burleson
1,3
Preparing for Bug Battle
1
Keep Texas Beautiful Award to City of Burleson
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
Road Closure Alert - Hidden Creek Parkway
4,5
Water Emergency Management Plan Updated
5
Did You Know … Get on Board! Burleson's boards and commissions
6
Technology Upgrade at Brleson Public Library
6
Burleson Public Library - Weekly Story Times
6
Burleson Public Library - Business Hours
6
Burleson Public Library - Adult Services
7
Calendar of Events August September October
7
Did You Know … Outdoor Burning is Banned for Tarrant-Johnson Counties
8
Kitchen Grease and Sewer Lines Don't Mix
Issue
Page
Title
Sep Oct 2005
1,6
13th Annual Founders Day Festival Saturday, October 8
 
1,4
Election Connection
2
From May Ken Shetter
2
Mobile Phone Recycling At City Buildings
3
Flood Protection Information
3,7
Fall into the Library
5,7
Special Election: Tax Freeze For Senior Adult and Disabled Residents
6
Fire Prevention Week October 9-15
8
Helping Hands for Hurricane Survivors
Issue
Page
Title
Nov Dec 2005
1,6
It's Beginning to Look A Lot Like ...
 
1,3
Burleson City ManagerAnnounces Retirement
 
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
 
2
Holiday Trash Collection Schedule
 
3
Meeting & Holiday Calendar November December 2005 January 2006
 
3,7
Furry Companions as Gifts May Not Be The Best Idea
 
4
Capital Improvements Program Update
 
4
FYI The City's Code of Ordinances is Now Available Online!
 
4
Public Safety Capital Improvements
 
5
Transportation Improvements, Project Description, Status
 
5
Hidden Creek Parkway Construction Under Way
 
6
Hidden Creek Grill Is Not Just For Golfers!
 
6
Hidden Creek Coupon
 
7
Don't Bark Up the Wrong Tree, Burleson Animal Shelter Has A New Phone Number
 
8
When Winter Weather Strikes:  How To Know If City Office Are Open
Burleson Progress Reports for the Year 2004
 
 
Issue
Page
Title
1,3
Water System Improvements Are Coming!
 
1
Postcard Utility Bills Are A Thing Of The Past
2
From The Mayor
2
Did You Know . Tax Forms Are Here at Burleson Public Library
2
2004 Character Qualities
3
Let's Talk Trash!
4,5
2004 Burleson Calendar of Events
6
Community Profile: Burleson's Library Board
6
Holiday Winners
7
City Phone Numbers
7
Trash Tip - Ordinance B-694
8
When Winter Weather Strikes: How To Know If City Offices Are Open
1,5,
6,7,
8,9,
10
2003 Annual Financial Report
 
1,3,5
Survey Says . Residents Give City High Marks
2
From The Mayor
2
Election Day Approaches Vote
3
Service Ratings of Fire-Police Departments & Solid Waste Collection Program
4
Calendar of Events April May June 2003
11
Summer Reading Club Is Back!
11
Library Budget Chart
12
Service Center Open House May 22
12
Help Us Help You! Burleson Progress Report Mailing List
1,2
Hot Sounds of Summer
 
1,3
2004 Character Essay Contest
2
From City Manager Bill Davison
2
Help Help You! Burleson Progress Report Mailing List
3
Character Traits
3
Dog Bite Prevention
4
Calendar of Events June July 2004
4,5
Animal Shelter And Petfinder.Com.Help West Coast Family Find A Pet In Texas
5
Help Prevent Sewer Overflows
6
Burleson Public Library . Check It Out
7
City Phone Numbers
7
Did You Know . Charter Cable Renewal-Comments
8
Celebrate Independence Day Burleson Style
1,3
2005-2009 Capital Improvements Bond Election
 
1
Proposition One, Two, Three
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
Propositions 1.2.3. When And Where To Vote
3
Hidden Creek Parkway 4A Bond Project Status Update
3,4
Proposition One Public Safety $2.050 Million
4,5
Proposition Two Transportation $12.475 Million
5
What's New At The Library?
5
Proposition Three Old Town Streets $2.465 Million
5
Trash Bash September 18!
6
Bond Election Q And A
6
Statement of Commitment
6
Did You Know . Mayor Working From His Office At City Hall Each Thursday From 8A.M. To Noon
7
Capital Improvements Not On The Ballot
7
Did You Know . Burleson Animal Shelter Moved To 1695 John Jones Road
8
Calendar Of Events August September 2004
1
State Law Requires Motorists To Move Over
 
1
Household Hazardous Waste Collection November 20
2
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
Character Essay Contest Winners
2
Did You Know . Hidden Creek Golf Course Has Reopened
3
Matt Powell Councilmember
3
Chip Stephens Councilmember
4
Community Emergency Response And You CERT
4
Protecting Pets At Halloween
5
City Phone Numbers
6
North Pole Calling
6
Santa's Breakfast
6
Light Up The Holidays
6
Did You Know . Burleson Animal Shelter Now Accepts Credit Cards
7
Calendar Of Events October November December 2004
7
Did You Know . Charter Cable Renewal-Comments
8
When Winter Weather Strikes: How To Know If City Offices Are Open
1,3
Compassionate Critter Care Burleson Animal Services
 
1
All City Facilities Holiday Closing Schedule
1,3
Holiday Fun Burleson Style
2,7
From Mayor Ken Shetter
2
Burleson Public Library . Check It Out
2
Did You Know . Burleson Animal Shelter Donation of Kitten Food
4,6
A Safe Holiday Is A Happy Holiday
5
City Phone Numbers
6
Burleson Then And Now
6
Did You Know . Burleson Heritage Foundation
7
Calendar Of Events November December 2004 & January 2005
7
Holiday Trash Alert! Holiday Schedule
8
The Burleson CERT Needs You!
8
Did You Know . Pets Are Great, But Not As Holiday Gifts

Burleson Progress Reports for the Year 2003
Issue
Page
Title
1
2002 Annual Report: The State Of The City
 
2
Condensed Combined Balance Sheet September 30, 2002 And 2001
2
Did You Know … Fiscal Year Runs From October 1st To September 30th
2
Award For Outstanding Achievement In Popular Annual Financial Reporting
3, 6
Governmental Funds Condensed Income Statement
3
It's A Fact … City Water/Wastewater Fund Is An Enterprise Fund
4,5
2003 Burleson Calendar Of Events
6
Goverrnmental Sources/Uses Pie Charts
6
Some Differences Between The Governmental Funds And Propietary Funds
6,7
Revenues/Expenses Proprietary Funds Pie Charts
6,7
Water/Sewer Rate History Charts
7
Proprietary Funds Income Statement
8
Hidden Creek Parkway Expansion Update
8
Inside This Issue…Special 2003 Calendar Of Events
1,4
Keeping Burleson Clean And Green
 
1,4
City Initiates Don't Bag It!
2
From The Mayor
2
Election Day Is Saturday May 3, 2003
3
Golf Tournament To Benefit Women's Center
3
Hidden Creek Is Ready For Spring
3
City County Transportation Brings Mass Transit Back To Johnson County
5
Code Compliance And Enforcement Part Of Keeping Burleson Clean And Green
5
Alternatives To Bagging Grass And Leaves
6
City Phone Numbers
6
Did You Know … City Installs Metro Phone Numbers
7
Calendar of Events March April May 2003
8
Other Solid Waste Services News
8
Did You Know … Clean Out Your Office Results
1,7
Hot Fun In The Summertime
 
1,2,
3,4
2003 Drinking Water Quality Report
2
From The Mayor
2,3
Understanding The Charts
2
We Welcome Your Comments and Questions
2
Cryptosporidium
4
2003 Drinking Water Quality Report
4
Special Notice For The Elderly, Infants, Cancer Patients, People With HIV/Aids Or Other Immune Problems
4
Conservation Corner
5
Where Do We Get Our Water?
6
Calendar of Events June July 2003
6
Phone List Update
6
Youth Essay Contest
7,8
Are You Interested In Serving On A City Board Or Commission
7
Don't Bag It Update
7
Hidden Creek Parkway Expansion Update
8
July 4 Beach Blanket Blowout!
8
Construction Alert! SH 174 Road Maintenance
1
And The Winners Are … Character Essay Contest
 
2
From the Mayor
2
National Night Out
2
Sprinkle, Sprinkle On The Lawn
3
New City Service Center Complex To Open This Summer
4
Library Use Skyrocketing This Summer
4
New Option For Paying Utiity Bills
5
Find A Job The Easy Way
5
Changing The Burleson Landscape
6
Calendar Of Events August September October 2003
6
Did You Know … Heritage Visitors Center
7,8
Are You Interested In Serving On A City Board Or Commission
7
Annual Founders Day And Kidfest October 11
7
Did You Know … Municipal Pool At Chisenhall Park
8
Did You Know … Burleson's Independence Day Parade
8
Toll Free Numbers!
1,3
Vintage Circus And Carnival: 2003 Founders Day Festival
 
1,2
Get Out! Stay Out!
2
From The Mayor
2,3
Fire Safety Tips
3
Just To Be Clear … Correction Pg 4 Of July August 2003 Issue
4
Fire Station Open House October 18
4
Did You Know … Citizens Fire Academy Class Begins September 23, 2003
5
Budget Prices On Great Books At The Fall Book Sale!
5
Burleson's Senior Activity Center The Place To Be
6
Calendar of Events September October November December 2003
7
Introducing … Burleson's New Economic Development Director - Allison Thompson
7
Protecting Pets At Halloween
8
Christmas In Old Town On December 13
8
Did You Know …City's Fiscal Year Runs October 1--September 30 Each Year
1,3
Fall Leaves Are "In the Bag"
 
1,4
Old Town Burleson Victorian Christmas
2
From The Mayor
2
Burleson Joins Regional Hazmap Efforts
3
Consider Adopting … A Street
3
Did You Know … City Public Works Department Will Collect And Mulch Holiday Trees
4,5
Burleson One Of Fastest Growing Cities In Metroplex
5
Community Profile: The Planning And Zoning Commission
5
2003-04 Planning And Zoning Commission Members
6
Calendar of Events November December 2003 & January 2004
6
Did You Know … Survey Of City Residents To Gauge Attitudes Regarding City Services
7
City Phone Numbers
7
Did You Know … Pets Are Great, But Not As Holiday Gifts
8
Holiday Schedule For City Facilities
8
Be Careful Where You Park

Burleson Progress Reports 2002
Issue
Page
Title
1,2
2001 Annual Report: The State Of The City
1
Award For Outstanding Achievement In Popular Annual Financial Reporting
2
Condensed Combined Balance Sheet September 30, 2001 And 2000
3,4,5
Governmental Funds Income Statement
3
Condensed Combined Statement of Revenues, Expenditures & Changes In Fund Balances
3
Ad Valorem Tax Rate History Chart
3
Did You Know … City Receives New Bond Ratings
4
Some Differences Between The Governmental Funds And Proprietary Funds…
4
Sources/Uses Of Funds Pie Charts
5,6
Proprietary Funds Income Statement & Pie Charts
5
Sewer/Water Rate History Charts
5
Condensed Combined Statement of Revenues, Expenditures & Changes In Retained Earnings
6
100 Attend Public Meeting - Hidden Creek Parkway Plans
6
Just the Facts!
7
What, When, Where Upcoming City Events February March April
8
Construction Special At Hidden Creek!
8
Did You Know …City Elections Coming In May! Vote
1,2
Burleson Goes P.L.A.I.D. Prevent Litter And Illegal Dumping
2
From Mayor Byron Black
2
Did You Know … 2002 Fiesta de Burleson Cinco de Mayo Celebration
3
New Deputy City Manager Brings Vast Experience To Burleson - Curtis Hawk
3
Summer Concerts Capped Off With July 4th Celebration
4
Your Passport To Expanded Library Services
4
Did You Know … Outdoor Emergency Warning System Tests Begin
5
Summer Reading Clubs For Children And Adults!
5
What Is Illegal Dumping?
5
Creek Cleanup On April 20, 2002!
6
What, When, Where Upcoming City Events April May June 2002
7,8
Are You Interested In Serving On A City Board Or Commission?
7
City Phone Numbers
8
Burleson City Council Election Day Is May 4th
8
Did You Know … N.W. Renfro Street Slated For Construction!
1
Hot Sounds Of Summer: Concert Sieries Returns For 2002
2
From Mayor Byron Black
2
Pay Your Water Bill By Bank Draft
3
Cain Rounds Out Management Team - Paul Cain
3
Hidden Creek Parkway Expansion Project Moves Forward
4,5
2002 Drinking Water Quality Report - Safe Drinking Water - Where Do We Get Our Water?
4
Dumping Into Storm Sewer System Is Illegal!
5
Valuable Inf