The Community Services Department is delighted to introduce Fince Espinoza as the new Deputy Director of Community Services, overseeing Parks and Capital Improvement Projects.
With an impressive 25-year background in shaping green spaces, Fince is no stranger to the deputy director role, having successfully contributed to the growth and development of both the City of Highland Village and the City of Denton's Parks Departments. His extensive experience collaborating with City Council and Boards and Commissions on projects ranging from parks and trails master plans to bond elections and Capital Improvement Projects makes him a stellar addition to the team.
Fince has a proven track record of overseeing capital projects from inception to completion, and his expertise extends to managing various park improvement projects and green ribbon-funded TXDOT projects such as the one Southlake is currently undertaking.
Not only does Mr. Espinoza bring executive-level proficiency, but he also holds various licenses and certifications related to park maintenance, construction, planning, and irrigation. His commitment to continuous improvement is highlighted by his background in training, where he has shared his knowledge internally and externally in various disciplines.
Fince also boasts hands-on operational experience, that ranges from cutting-edge irrigation techniques to athletic fields and events management. This operational wisdom will prove invaluable as he leads the parks division into a groundbreaking era of redevelopment and park operations, demanding a keen focus on innovation and efficiency to navigate the evolving park landscape. Fince is poised to provide executive-level leadership, ensuring the entire division flourishes under his guidance.
The Community Services Department is thrilled to welcome Fince, and eagerly anticipates the positive impact his wealth of experience and dynamic leadership will bring to Southlake's vibrant community. Join us in congratulating him as he steps into this exciting new role!
Valentine’s Day was this week, but we’re still showing our members the love.
If you’ve hit the fitness floor anytime since last Friday, you may have noticed some shiny new machines on the cardio floor. On Friday morning, the Champions Club team installed nine brand-new elliptical machines and two new AMTs! Staying on top of machine maintenance and replacement is just another way to show our members some love!
We promise our members world-class experiences and that’s what we deliver. We pride ourselves on running a state-of-the-art facility, and planning for regular equipment replacement to ensure the best quality machines with little to no downtime for our members is just one way we do that.
These slick new machines are ready to feel the love as well, so make sure to schedule some cardio into your workout schedule this month. Start your workout with a 10-15 elliptical session to get your heart pumping before you hit the weights, or finish off with cardio to build your endurance!
If you recently joined Champions Club and are still feeling lost around the fitness floor, schedule some time with our Personal Trainers! These knowledgeable fitness professionals will have you feeling comfortable around all our machines in no time! Check out our Personal Fitness packages here.
In the meantime, enjoy a video of our new equipment installation.
Don’t forget to share the love at Champions Club and beyond this week!
Everyone at Champions Club feels so lucky to have so many incredible members, and that’s why we love spoiling you with our monthly Member Appreciation events! March is the perfect month to spring into action, and Champions Club is your one-stop shop to reaching your health and fitness goals!
Check-in Challenge
This month’s fitness challenge is a St. Patrick’s Day-inspired Check-in Challenge to prove just how lucky we feel to have you be a part of our family. Just in case you need a little extra motivation to make it to the gym, we’re giving you a chance to get lucky! Check-in at Champions Club at 17 times this month, and you can win a raffle featuring a fitness gift set worth over $100!
March Madness Shootout
It's nothing but net during March Madness. Stop by the fitness desk and join our March Madness Shootout Challenge! Every day you'll have a chance to make up to 3 shots. For each basket you make, you'll earn an entry into a drawing for a custom, one-of-a-kind Southlake basketball jersey! Better start practicing, because if you miss all 3 shots, you'll owe the fitness staff 3 burpees!
Member Mondays
Don’t forget that Monday mornings are dedicated just for you! Stop by the Champions Club lobby from 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM for a special, complimentary members-only treat!
Are you up for the challenge, Champions Club members? Join today to take advantage of our member benefits!
Everyone at Champions Club feels so lucky to have so many incredible members, and that’s why we love spoiling you with our monthly Member Appreciation events! March is the perfect month to spring into action, and Champions Club is your one-stop shop to reaching your health and fitness goals!
Check-in Challenge
This month’s fitness challenge is a St. Patrick’s Day-inspired Check-in Challenge to prove just how lucky we feel to have you be a part of our family. Just in case you need a little extra motivation to make it to the gym, we’re giving you a chance to get lucky! Check-in at Champions Club at 17 times this month, and you can win a raffle featuring a fitness gift set worth over $100!
March Madness Shootout
It's nothing but net during March Madness. Stop by the fitness desk and join our March Madness Shootout Challenge! Every day you'll have a chance to make up to 3 shots. For each basket you make, you'll earn an entry into a drawing for a custom, one-of-a-kind Southlake basketball jersey! Better start practicing, because if you miss all 3 shots, you'll owe the fitness staff 3 burpees!
Member Mondays
Don’t forget that Monday mornings are dedicated just for you! Stop by the Champions Club lobby from 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM for a special, complimentary members-only treat!
Are you up for the challenge, Champions Club members? Join today to take advantage of our member benefits!
Community Services staff learned last Friday that The Marq Southlake won the 2022 Texas Recreation and Parks Society (TRAPS) Recreation Facility Design Award at the State level!
The Department submitted The Marq Southlake for consideration in November. According to the TRAPS committee, “The awards committee had many wonderful entries to score, and it was a difficult task. Your nomination stood out above the rest to exemplify commitment and dedication in the field of recreation. We are honored to present this award to you and for your commitment to excellence in all that you do in your daily pursuits.”
The Marq Southlake serves as the City’s premier destination for family recreation, leisure, and communal gatherings. Almost two decades in the making, The Marq is the realization of a multi-year development dream to provide Southlake residents with a recreational oasis from the hustle and bustle of the DFW metroplex. When you enter The Marq, be it from the Legends Hall side or the Champions Club side, you immediately feel a sense of belonging. There is no better place for the community to come together, celebrate life’s most joyous occasions, participate in innovative programs, and make life-long memories.
The Marq's positive impact on the Southlake community is monumental. The Marq Southlake has become the heart of recreational programming in the City since opening its doors in 2015 for Phase 1. The facility is bustling with activity in the early mornings. Senior Citizens arrive for daily socialization while Champions Club's early birds hit the treadmill. The Marq transforms in the afternoon as seniors leave and school children arrive for after-school activities. Later in the evening, families and working professionals come to the Marq for social programs, meetings, exercise classes, and fitness. Weekends in Legends Hall consist of beautiful weddings and social events while Champions Club offers exciting programs for the whole family. The Marq is an example of what a modern multigenerational recreation center can be at its best.
Community Services staff is honored to receive this recognition from such esteemed industry partners! The Marq Southlake would not be what it is today without the input and support of various City departments, community partners, and residents.
The City of Southlake Community Services Department will receive this award on Thursday, February 17 at the TRAPS 2022 State Institute and Expo in College Station, TX. Congratulations to everyone that helped make The Marq Southlake the gem it is today!
Meet Cpl. Jeff Paul. He has served on the police force for the City of Southlake for 38 years. We had to ask, what’s the secret to his success?
1.What have you learned about yourself professionally during your time at Southlake?
I’ve learned that I have the ability to be a true professional with the opportunities that Southlake has given me for career development and other training on ethics in the workplace. I’ve learned that I am quite capable of owning my mistakes and I can move on, learning from the mistakes. None of us are perfect, but I know the end game.
2. What have you learned about the City during your tenure here?
The City has a lot more history to it than most people realize. The City was incorporated in 1956 but the area’s history, what now is Southlake, started decades before that. The City has grown from a rural, farming and ranching community of 2,800 when I started, to this modern city that has attracted large, major corporations to its portfolio of businesses with a population of over 32,000 – having started out as a “General Law” city and eventually becoming a “Home Rule” city with a city charter. Southlake has high standards for development which has contributed to it being the crown jewel among cities in Tarrant County.
3. Why do you like working for Southlake?
The City is run as a well-oiled machine. This makes it a great place to work. With over 500 employees, it still feels like family. Employees work together well with the common goal of taking care of the citizens by providing professional services that are expected in this community. I can say from personal experience, that the Police Department and Human Resources has supported me during very personal times in my life as an employee.
4. If you had advice for new employees what would that be?
Know the City’s core values and understand why they exist. Understand that you work for the citizens of Southlake and it is a privilege to work here. You should come to work each day with that in mind in order for you to be successful. Take advantage of training opportunities, as the City provides ample opportunity for career development at the City’s expense.
Interested in joining our world class team? Visit www.CityofSouthlakeJobs.com.
