Colleyville's Annual Stars & Guitars celebration is TONIGHT! Take a moment to watch this short video to find out all you need to know about the event.

We are excited to bring Joe Nichols to Colleyville and have another exciting fireworks show! 99.5 The Wolf will be on-site so stop by their booth for some swag! Don't forget to check out our Farmers Market, carnival rides, and family-friendly attractions before the concert starts.

Keep up to date with information by visiting Colleyville.com/StarsandGuitars.

The latest edition of Your Council Minute is available and covers action taken by the City Council at the June 21 City Council meeting. Your Council Minute is also posted to the city's Facebook page and city website.

All public meetings can be viewed (live and recorded) on the city's Facebook page and at Colleyville.com.

At Tuesday's City Council meeting, Detective Newman received the Department's Life Saving Award for performing CPR on a patient found unresponsive, not breathing, and without a pulse. His efforts directly contributed to saving this person's life. Detective Newman's actions on that day in February were in keeping with the highest traditions of public service and we are proud to have him on our team.

Congratulations Detective Newman, well done!

Many small businesses are still feeing the impact of the pandemic. At the June 14 meeting, Tarrant County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to allocate $25 million in federal funds to help small businesses adversely affected by the pandemic. Approval of the Small Business Workforce Recovery Grant Program will help businesses with workforce recovery, retention, recruitment, and training and development.

The grant application process opens at noon, July 11 and runs through August 31, or until funds are depleted. Grants of up to $27,500 will be awarded to businesses and nonprofits based on eligibility and the number of employees. For more information about the Small Business Workforce Recovery Grant Program visit www.tarrantcounty.com/recovery.

City Council has approved another gift card program for the summer, exemplifying the City's ongoing commitment to local businesses. Each Colleyville household received a $35 patriotic gift card with local mail delivery for use at local participating businesses. Cards are valid through July 31, 2022. Once in hand, the gift card can be presented at participating Colleyville businesses for payment of services. The businesses will use the card to credit the transaction and receive reimbursement from the City.

The City will also provide $50 "Colleyville Cares Cards" to each house of worship in Colleyville to distribute to congregation members who are in need of assistance. Visit Colleyville.com/SupportBusiness for more information and a list of participating businesses. For more information, contact the City Manager's Office at 817.503.1111.

The Colleyville Police Department's Junior Police Academy is a great opportunity for the youth of Colleyville to learn what it takes to be a great police officer. During this one week mini academy, students will gain knowledge of some of the functions their local law enforcement professionals perform on a daily basis including traffic stops, handling crime scenes, SWAT operations, and conducting building searches.

A written recommendation from a school official (teacher, principal, etc.) or a community leader (coach, pastor, etc.) and parental permission slip must be turned in by Friday, July 15 for the July academy. For more information, please contact Officer Amy Beregszaszy at [email protected].

Check out this great video from the June academy. Kids will not want to miss this outstanding and FUN academy this summer!

City Hall, Colleyville Public Library and other non-emergency city offices will be closed on Monday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. Emergency services will operate as normal.

Trash and recycling services are unaffected by the holiday closure.

Have a happy and safe July 4!