Summer break is officially over, but we couldn’t let another day go by without thanking the incredible volunteers that spent their summer with the Community Services Department.
Our mission is to create world-class experiences, and our volunteer base helps us achieve that mission every day. The summer months are our busiest time as a department, and volunteers are crucial to providing outstanding recreational services. Our volunteers play a vital role in the Community Services Department, from serving as Volunteer Counselors at Summer Camp Mania, keeping Champions Club clean as we increase our membership, to sending Happy Birthday emails to our Senior Activity Center members,
We had a great volunteer turnout this summer. Our Community Services Volunteers worked over 1,700 volunteer hours equaling $43,000 of service. Thank you for the work you did running our Summer Camps, taking ownership of our Champions Club facility, and putting smiles on our seniors’ faces. Whether you put in 2 hours of work or over 100, your contribution made a difference.
We are so grateful to each volunteer that spent their time with us this summer. Your impact was felt, and we look forward to seeing you again here soon!
Are you interested in volunteering with the Community Services Department as well? Visit VolunteerSouthlake.com to learn how to get started!
Summer break is officially over, but we couldn’t let another day go by without thanking the incredible volunteers that spent their summer with the Community Services Department.
Our mission is to create world-class experiences, and our volunteer base helps us achieve that mission every day. The summer months are our busiest time as a department, and volunteers are crucial to providing outstanding recreational services. Our volunteers play a vital role in the Community Services Department, from serving as Volunteer Counselors at Summer Camp Mania, keeping Champions Club clean as we increase our membership, to sending Happy Birthday emails to our Senior Activity Center members,
We had a great volunteer turnout this summer. Our Community Services Volunteers worked over 1,700 volunteer hours equaling $43,000 of service. Thank you for the work you did running our Summer Camps, taking ownership of our Champions Club facility, and putting smiles on our seniors’ faces. Whether you put in 2 hours of work or over 100, your contribution made a difference.
We are so grateful to each volunteer that spent their time with us this summer. Your impact was felt, and we look forward to seeing you again here soon!
Are you interested in volunteering with the Community Services Department as well? Visit VolunteerSouthlake.com to learn how to get started!
School is out for summer! If you are still looking for meaningful ways to spend your hard-earned vacation, look no further than becoming a Marq Volunteer!
The Marq is the recreational heart of Southlake. It’s where residents of all ages can gather and enjoy some of their favorite activities. Volunteer with us this summer and become a part of our world-class team!
Marq Volunteers serve in a variety of roles throughout the building. From monitoring the Indoor Playground, preparing for Member Appreciation Events, to helping at the Senior Activity Center, volunteers play a crucial role in the success of The Marq!
Are you ready to volunteer with us this summer? Here’s how to get started!
New Volunteers:
Existing Volunteers:
Are you ready to make your Marq with us this summer?
School is out for summer! If you are still looking for meaningful ways to spend your hard-earned vacation, look no further than becoming a Marq Volunteer!
The Marq is the recreational heart of Southlake. It’s where residents of all ages can gather and enjoy some of their favorite activities. Volunteer with us this summer and become a part of our world-class team!
Marq Volunteers serve in a variety of roles throughout the building. From monitoring the Indoor Playground, preparing for Member Appreciation Events, to helping at the Senior Activity Center, volunteers play a crucial role in the success of The Marq!
Are you ready to volunteer with us this summer? Here’s how to get started!
New Volunteers:
Existing Volunteers:
Are you ready to make your Marq with us this summer?
The Southlake City Council invites you to apply for a City board or commission.
Our boards and commissions help us impact Southlake in a positive way and enrich our community.
The Mayor and City Council will be making appointments to the Building Board of Appeals, Parks and Recreation Board, Planning and Zoning Commission, Southlake Parks and Development Corporation, and the Zoning Board of Adjustment on June 21, 2022.
If you’re interested in helping the City of Southlake, complete an application online here! No need to come into Town Hall. Applications must be received by Friday, May 6, 2022. You can also mail your application to: City of Southlake, City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, TX 76092, email it to: sserrano@ci.southlake.tx.us or fax it to: 817-748-8270.
Board and commission appointments are for two years unless you are appointed to fulfill a vacancy for an unexpired term.
If you currently serve on a board or commission, you will need to reapply for your position if your term is ending and you desire to continue to serve.
If you have questions about serving on a board or commission or the appointment process, visit our boards and commissions webpage or call the City Secretary’s Office at: 817-748-8183.
The endeavor of public service isn’t limited to those employed in the public sector. It takes every single one of us working together for the benefit of those around us.
The Southlake value of volunteerism unites us with energy and passion to serve the community we live, work and play in. In recognition of Veterans Day, the City of Southlake proudly salutes those who served in the U.S. military and are still proudly serving their community.
Southlake resident Milan Georgia was recognized with the Congressional Veteran Commendation for the 24th District of Texas from U.S. Rep. Beth Van Duyne during the November 2 City Council meeting.
He served in the U.S. Army for over five years during the Vietnam War. The Army recognized his years of service with the Army Aviator Badge, Bronze Star Medal, and a Purple Heart.
"We moved here in 1995 and jumped right in to help make Southlake better for ourselves,” Georgia said. “There was no Town Square, nor was there a local grocery store.”
But Georgia’s service doesn’t stop with the military. Georgia served as a City of Southlake SPIN representative in the 1990s and was integral in the planning for turning the Town Hall development into the thriving environment it is today.
In 2016, he was recognized with a Presidential Service Award for his volunteer service with the City of Southlake.
As part of the Metroport Rotary Club, Georgia served in office positions, helping to raise over $300,000 in scholarships for local high school graduates and over $70,000 for local charities. His work as the 2005-2006 sponsorship chair for Southlake’s 50th Anniversary Celebration helped raise funds for City of Southlake Parks and Recreation projects.
Georgia is a graduate of the Southlake Citizens Leadership Academy and the Citizens On Patrol Southlake program, where he created and staffed the bicycle patrol. He also served on the City of Southlake Public Safety Department’s Citizens Association’s board.
For the past several months, Georgia has worked with the City of Southlake to establish more recognition for Southlake veterans.
"I’m trying to help the vets who are coming home from Afghanistan get the recognition they deserve instead of a cold shoulder,” he said. “I do it because I live here in Southlake and because it is what every citizen should do wherever they live, to make it better for the generations coming behind them. You might say it’s part of your civic duty.”
The City of Southlake is proud to recognize Georgia for his service to the country and to the Southlake community.
In honor of Veterans Day, the City of Southlake has placed yellow ribbons around Family Park in front of Town Hall and lit the fountain green to celebrate our community veterans. We ask that you consider changing the color of your porch lights to green this evening in recognition of our community veterans.
Interested in following in Georgia’s footsteps and serving the Southlake community? Learn more about serving on a City of Southlake board or commission or find more volunteer opportunities at www.VolunteerSouthlake.com.
The Southlake City Council is seeking residents who want to be more involved in their community and help support them in their mission.
On October 19, the mayor and City Council will make appointments to the Community Engagement Committee, Community Enhancement and Development Corporation, Crime Control and Prevention District, Mayor’s Alliance for Unity & Culture, Metroport Teen Court, Senior Advisory Commission and Southlake Arts Council.
Citizens interested in helping their local government in the areas of community engagement and outreach, community enhancement and development, crime control and prevention, advancing the Teen Court Program, issues and programs for Southlake’s senior citizen population and those interested in all matters related to public art are encouraged to complete an application for a board or commission. Applications may be obtained from the City’s website.
Each appointment is for a one or two-year term, unless appointed to fulfill an existing vacancy for an unexpired term. It takes a team to run a City, and the City Council wants you to be a part of their team. If you have the desire and the commitment to devote to our community, please complete the online application or e-mail it to the City Secretary’s Office at sserrano@ci.southlake.tx.us.
You can also mail or hand-deliver your application to the City Secretary’s Office, 1400 Main Street, Suite 270, Southlake, Texas 76092. Applications must be received no later than September 10.
In spite of 2020 being a challenging year, our volunteers responded with remarkable dedication under remarkable circumstances.
Between April 1, 2020 and March 31, 2021, volunteers contributed 9,048 hours to the Southlake community. This equates to a value of $258,229!
This year’s volunteer service award winners will be recognized during a ceremony May 18.
Paul Kuriakose – Junior Award Recipient
This award honors the junior volunteer who served the greatest number of hours in the last 12 months.
Jeffrey Ng – Adult Award Recipient
This award honors the adult volunteer who served the greatest number of hours in the last 12 months.
President’s Volunteer Service Award Recipients – This award is presented to volunteers who achieve established annual service milestones within their age group.
Milestone Service Award Recipients – This award is presented to volunteers who have reached extraordinary lifetime volunteer service hours.
Interested in volunteering to help make Southlake happen? Visit www.volunteersouthlake.com.
Volunteers are an invaluable part of keeping the City of Southlake running smoothly.
Although opportunities to volunteer for the City have declined due to Covid-19, the Southlake Public Library had a few opportunities for volunteers to serve and remain safe.
Sohan Shrestha is a senior at Carroll Senior High School and has been volunteering at the Southlake Public Library since 2019. He has contributed roughly 60 hours in volunteer work at the Library this year alone.
“He’s a great volunteer,” Southlake Public Library Deputy Director Cynthia Pfledderer said. “We are so happy to have him and the rest of our volunteers as part of our team.”
Library volunteers are helping to disinfect and shelve library materials.
“Volunteering for the library has been a great experience,” Shrestha said. “I have been able to serve my community while also gaining experience for the future.”
For more information about volunteering in Southlake, visit www.VolunteerSouthlake.com.
