This week on SLK City Spotlight, we join Mayor Shawn McCaskill and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Kathy Talley as they talk about the history of Veterans Day and how the community participates in honoring the brave men and women who served our country in the U.S. armed forces.
They also announce the early development of a Veterans Day Memorial within the City of Southlake.
To learn more about Veterans Day and the early stages of the Veterans Day Memorial, please visit the link below:
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 7th, from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and get ready for a fun-filled day of delicious food, festive entertainment, and exciting activities, including Bingo!
In this week’s episode of the SLK City Spotlight, Mayor Shawn McCaskill and Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Kathy Talley introduce two exciting new features to Celebrate Southlake: a Talent Show and a Community Art Project.
For a sneak peek at all the fun in-store, click the video below to watch this week's SLK City Spotlight.
This week, we will meet Kathy Talley, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem, and learn the importance of community and connection.
Kathy and her family have lived in Southlake for 28 years, she was attracted to the city because of its excellent school district and the wonderful, close-knit community.
Searching for meaningful friendships and volunteer opportunities, Kathy found both at the Southlake Women's Club. This organization enabled her to connect with other women and taught her about Southlake’s Art in The Square Event.
Today, Kathy has been apart of Art in The Square for eight years. This event brings the community together and makes a positive impact through philanthropy, which is what Kathy loves most about it.
To hear more about Kathy Talley and her experience in Southlake, click the link below for the entire episode:
Councilmember-elects Kathy Talley and Randy Williamson are scheduled to take the oath of office as City of Southlake councilmembers during the November 17 City Council meeting at 5:30 p.m.
Can’t make it to the meeting? You can watch the Council meeting live or on-demand through our video service.
Talley will serve as the councilmember for Place 1. She has lived in Southlake for 24 years and has been an active part of philanthropy and volunteer organizations. Her volunteer service includes Art in the Square, Southlake Women’s Club, National Charity League, Carroll Education Foundation and Metroport Meals on Wheels. She previously worked in education.
Williamson will serve as the councilmember for Place 6 and has lived in Southlake since 2005. He previously served on the Southlake City Council from 2013-2019 and served as mayor pro tem for four years. During his time on Council, he served on the Southlake Parks Development Corporation, Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board of Directors and the SH 114 Corridor Committee.
Outgoing City Councilmembers Dr. Shahid Shafi and Chris Archer will also be recognized for their service to the Southlake community. Shafi reached his term limit and Archer did not seek re-election.
Shafi was elected as the Place 1 councilmember in 2014. During his time on the Council, he served on the Metroport Teen Court Committee, Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Committee and the Southlake Parks Development Corporation. He has been a Southlake resident since 2004.
Archer was elected as the Place 6 councilmember in 2017 and previously served on the Bob Jones Center Board. He is also active with the Southlake Chamber of Commerce, Carroll ISD Board of Trustees and the Carroll Education Foundation. He has lived in Southlake since 1998.
