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February 17, 2023

More Enhancements Coming to Cleburne Parks

Hulen Park now has more for visitors to enjoy. Thanks to a donation by the Cleburne Rotary Club, the park has a new gaga pit and game table!

There are major Cleburne park improvements to come as work begins for some of the projects in the Parks and Recreation’s 10-year Master Plan. In 2023, the main focuses will be renovations and upgrades at John P. Bradshaw Park and Westhill Park.

Also this year, design will begin for Kirtley Park to add amenities that will improve the outdoor experience at Lake Pat Cleburne. Upgrades to Hulen Park, which will include a skate park and other attractions, will be going into the design phase as well.

Keep Up with the Park Projects Here

Finance Team Earns Awards for Excellence

The City of Cleburne was awarded two prestigious awards for the outstanding work done in financial reporting and investment policy.

For the 33rd year, the City received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, which is given by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). The City also received its first Certificate of Distinction in Investment Policy from the Government Treasurers' Organization of Texas (GTOT). Learn more about the awards here.

Join the Amazing City of Cleburne Team

Looking for a job or know someone who is? We have great opportunities. Take a look at what's available in the areas of Public Safety, Public Works, Parks and Recreation and more here.

If you need a summer job, Splash Station is still hiring for Summer 2023. Lifeguard and customer attendant positions are available for those ages 16 years and older. Fill out the application online and come to the job fair on Feb. 18 at the Splash Station. Visit cleburne.net/jobs for more information.

Airport Attendant Named All-Star Winner

If you've been to the Cleburne Regional Airport lately, you've probably seen this friendly face. Tristen Riggins is the City's latest All-Star Award winner because she's a self-starter with a passion for people.

One of the specific reasons she earned the award was for how she was able to display grace under fire. Learn more about her achievement here.

PRESERVING AND SHARING CLEBURNE HISTORY

After a closure on Wednesday, Feb. 15 so that crews can clean the historic brick and repoint the mortar, the Layland Museum of History is refreshed and reopen.

Preserving the 1905 brick is important, and we thank the public for the patience and understanding shown as this work was being completed.

Here’s a lovely little history fact. Have you ever noticed this heart at Hulen Park?

When the stone and concrete bleachers were built at Hulen Park in 1938, workers added a small personal touch in the shape of a heart. Inside the heart is etched "6M 6D RCH 1938." It represents the sixth month and sixth day of 1938 with the initials of Roger Cumills Heald, one of the workers on this project.

Celebrating the Railroad Museum's One-Year Anniversary

The Cleburne Railroad Museum has been open for an entire year! To thank the community for a fantastic first year, there will be a week-long celebration at the museum.

Go to 206 N. Main St. on Tuesday, Feb. 21 through Saturday, Feb. 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. to enjoy toy trains, crafts and store specials. At 3 p.m. on those days, there will be popcorn, punch and door prizes. As always, admission is free.

PET OF THE WEEK

Ginny’s ears are perked up because she heard that someone may be interested in adopting her. Could that person be you?

Ginny is 2 years old and looks like a terrier and Australian cattle dog mix. She’s spunky, friendly and already spayed. Find out how you can take her home here.

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