David Slider was speeding when his Honda CBR 600 motorcycle slammed into a truck
near Park Springs and Green Oaks Boulevard.
That was 16 months and 15 surgeries ago. Now, at age 22, and wheelchair bound,
Slider is a living testament to safe riding. He met the news media Monday to
help the Arlington Police Department launch its new Stay Sharp, Ride SMART
Program, a campaign designed to help reduce the number of fatality-related
motorcycle accidents.
Since 2006, motorcycle accident fatalities have been steadily rising, said
Police Chief Theron Bowman.
“It’s a disturbing trend,” he said. “More people are riding and it’s meant more
injuries and fatalities.”
The message of the Stay Sharp, Ride SMART Program was created by Arlington
police officer Chris Holder. To learn more this safety campaign, visit the
Arlington Police Department web site and click on motorcycle safety.
Arlington Holiday Lights
Parade is Sat. December 6
Save the date
and start planning your entry!
Are you and/or your organization interested in
volunteering or sponsoring? Read
more
The New 2009 Arlington Animal Services Calendar Is Now
Available Looking for the purr-fect holiday gift for an animal lover?
The 2009 Animal Services calendar features DeVille and
Barney on the front cover and offers month after month of
enjoyment for the upcoming year. Read
more (pdf)
Leaf and Grass Clipping
Maintenance
Did you know that grass clippings and tree
leaves swept or blown into streets pollute storm
drains? Help protect our waterways. Read
more
Notice of Opportunity for Bus Donation
The City of Arlington seeks to improve transportation alternatives through its
Vehicle Transfer Program. This program involves the transfer of buses that have
been retired from the City's Handitran service to non-profit agencies that serve
Arlington citizens. Read
more (pdf) 2008
Vehicle Transfer Program Application and Guidelines (pdf)
The Who, What, When and Where about Group Homes
Group Homes or "Personal Care Facilities" are a part of our neighborhoods and
community and their existence is protected by state and federal laws. Learn more
about rules, regulations and requirements for group homes by visiting the link
below. Group
Home Information Page
Alternatives to Foreclosure Information
about alternatives to foreclosure and other available resources for both
homeowners and lenders is available at the following links. Homeowner
Foreclosure Resources Alternatives
to foreclosure
L.E.A.F. Making Arlington
Greener!
Let's Enhance Arlington's Forest is an urban
forestry initiative designed to bring quality,
free trees to neighborhoods, businesses and
public open spaces in Arlington. Check out the L.E.A.F. Webpage!.
Pilot Commuter Bus Service Through a partnership with
the City of Arlington, the Fort Worth Transportation Authority (the
T) will be offering non-stop commuter bus service... Read more
Notice From ATMOS ENERGY The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) has issued a directive to all
natural gas distribution utilities to replace certain gas meter risers. Read the notice
(pdf)
Multi-Family Inspection
Scores Now Available Online
The Community Services Department will post
annual property inspections (API) scores for
apartment communities, extended stay
hotel/motels and triplex/quadplex properties
online. A score of 70 or higher is passing. View
results of recent inspections (pdf) View
the API Checklist (pdf)
