 City of Eureka "Proud Past - Promising Future" |
| JUNE, 2009 NEWSLETTER TEXT |
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RESCHEDULED MEETING DATES The Board of Aldermen meeting dates for July have been rescheduled from Tuesday, July 7th and 21st to Wednesday, July 1st and Tuesday, July 14th. The Park Board meeting for Tuesday, July 14th will be held at the Community Center (333 Bald Hill Road). JULY FOURTH CELEBRATION The City of Eureka is proud to be sponsoring a July Fourth Celebration in Lions Park dedicated to military veterans throughout our community. The event, starting at 7:00 p.m., will include free activities for children, a concert by Hollywood 5 at 7:30 p.m., and will conclude at 9:30 p.m. with one of the biggest fireworks displays Eureka has ever seen. In addition, hot dogs, soda and ice cream will be available for a nominal cost. Plan on joining us for this fun and convenient way to celebrate America's birthday in your hometown. On-site parking will not be available. For additional information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 938-6775. CONCERT SERIES ON CENTRAL AVENUE The Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring free concerts in Old Town on South Central Avenue on Friday evenings from 6:30-10:30 p.m. on June 19th - Pik'n Lik'n; Barb Soetebier, July 17th - Dave Bennett, and August 21st - Doc Rock-It. For additional information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 938-6775. FIREWORKS Just a reminder, it is illegal for businesses to sell and individuals to possess or discharge fireworks in the City limits. HOLIDAY SCHEDULE City offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd in observance of Independence Day, Saturday, July 4th. The trash collection during this week will remain unchanged, due to the fact that the holiday falls on Saturday. DOOR-TO-DOOR SOLICITATION Just a reminder, door-to-door solicitation is by permit only with the exception of not-for-profit organizations. We were recently notified that a magazine sales scam occurred in the St. Louis area and that just because a person has a compelling story to tell, do not give money to someone you do not know or let strangers into your home for any reason, or be pressured into buying products you do not need. If you have a problem or questions concerning residential or business solicitation, contact the Police Department at 938-6600. CITY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR This position directs and oversees all aspects of the Public Works Department. The Director shall plan, organize, implement and supervise activities related to the water system, sanitary sewer system, streets, parks, storm water system, and building and grounds maintenance. Starting salary is $70,000.00, plus benefits. Relevant education, certification, and experience is an absolute requirement. Contact City Hall or the City's website for a job description and application. 2010 CENSUS The Census Bureau has launched a massive field operation to kick off the 2010 Census. More than 140,000 temporary Census Bureau workers are now verifying addresses across the Nation. Address verification is a critically important step to ensure that every housing unit receives a census questionnaire in March, 2010. With this operation, the representatives will go door-to-door verifying addresses and inquiring about housing units. All information collected, including addresses, is kept confidential and protected. By law, the Census Bureau cannot share respondents' answers with any other government agency. The workers will not be in uniforms but will have official identification. BOARD OF ALDERMEN ACTION Adopted the following as Ordinance: No. 2084 - Approving a subdivision (lot split) of approximately 23.6 acres located on Forby Road across from the Forby Estates Subdivision. No. 2085 - Authorizing the Mayor to enter into a Contract for Drewel Park Trail Construction Services. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH With summertime upon us and residents leaving on vacation, it is always a good idea to inform your neighbors of your schedule and give your home that "lived in" look by utilizing timers to turn stereos, radios and lights in different rooms on and off at various times. Also, call the Police Department to request a vacation watch. For additional information, contact Police Chief Michael Wiegand at 938-6600. VANDALISM AND THEFT PREVENTION There has been an increase in the number of homes being vandalized and thefts in the City. Garages are being entered via garage door openers (left in unlocked vehicles) and through unlocked doors and alcoholic beverages are being taken from garage refrigerators while residents are sleeping. Be sure to lock your vehicles and remove valuable items and close and lock garage doors. If you witness any suspicious activity, please call the Eureka Police Department at 938-6600. CALL BEFORE YOU DIG! Just a reminder that whenever you are considering any project that involves digging on your property, it is required by State law that prior to the disturbance of land - for any reason whatsoever - you must contact Dig-Rite at 1-800-DIG-RITE or the Nationwide number 811. No matter which number is dialed, calls will be handled as always. This action will help prevent damage to existing utilities and ensure your own safety while digging. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Eureka will hold a public hearing to discuss the allocation of $20,000.00 in Community Development Block Grant funds, which will become available after January 1, 2010. The public hearing will be held at 7:30 p.m. on July 1, 2009 at the Eureka City Hall. To further its commitment to fair and equitable treatment of all citizens, the City of Eureka has enacted and/or enforces the following: (1) A Fair Housing Ordinance prohibiting unlawful discrimination against any person because of race, sex, color, religion, disability, familial status or national origin; (2) A Policy of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its federally assisted programs or activities; (3) A Policy of Equal Opportunity to Participate in Municipal Programs and Services regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, familial status, national origin, or political affiliation; (4) A requirement for bidding on CDBG activities that promotes employment opportunities created by HUD funding and that these opportunities be afforded low-income community residents and business. If you would like information regarding the above policies or if you believe you have been unlawfully discriminated against, contact the following municipal official or employee who has been designated to coordinate compliance with equal employment opportunity requirements referenced above: City Administrator Craig E. Sabo, 100 City Hall Drive, Eureka, MO 63025, (636) 938-5233. If you are a person with a disability or have special needs in order to participate in this public hearing, please contact City Clerk Ralph Lindsey no later than 10:00 a.m. on June 25, 2009. For more information call: (636) 938-5233 - VOICE, RELAY MISSOURI 1-800-735-2466-TDD, Equal Opportunity Employer. STAR LIGHT MOVIE NIGHTS Don't let your summer days drift away without catching a few flicks with your friends. The Eureka Parks and Recreation Department will be sponsoring free movie nights again this summer. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and join your friends on the lawn of City Hall for an old-fashioned good time. The following movies will be shown on Fridays at 8:45 p.m.: The Spiderwick Chronicles - June 26th, The Tale of Despereaux - July 10th, Footloose - July 24th and Madagascar 2 - August 7th. In the event of inclement weather, the movies will be shown in the Community Center or rescheduled depending on availability. Signs will be posted if any change in location or date occurs. For additional information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 938-6775. SUMMER DAY CAMPS Children ages 3-12 can enjoy an action packed summer consisting of games, crafts, special guests, and field trips. The camps offered include Day Camp, Preschool Camp, Dance and Cheer, Grade School Musical, Circus Skills, Balls-n-Strikes Baseball/Softball and Game Time Sports. Camps are held at Legion Park and run Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-noon and Fridays 9:00 a.m.-3 p.m. due to field trips. For additional information or to register, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 938-6775. COMMUNITY EVENTS SUNDAY, JULY 5TH - ALL YOU CAN EAT BREAKFAST The Eureka Masons are hosting a breakfast the first Sunday of each month from 7:00-11:00 a.m. at the Masonic Lodge (across from the Farmers and Merchants Bank). Adults are $6.00, children are $3.00 (ages 5 and under are free). Eggs, bacon, sausage, ham, pancakes, home fries, and biscuits and gravy will be served. THURSDAY-SATURDAY, JULY 23RD-25TH - ST. MARK'S 62ND ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE St. Mark's Lutheran Church, located at 500 Meramec Blvd., will be hosting their annual Rummage Sale on Thursday, July 23rd from 4:00-7:00 p.m., Friday, July 24th from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., and Saturday, July 25th from 8:00 a.m. until noon. All proceeds go toward mission projects. For additional information, please call the Church at 938-4432. |
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