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Operation Santa -
Look for Santa in your neighborhood this week! santa
On December 9, 10, & 11 the Anna Fire Department will be escorting Santa through the main streets of the neighborhoods below. Look and listen for Santa and the Anna FD from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.  

*Please note that Santa's appearance may be interrupted or delayed in the event of an emergency.

Wed. Dec 9th
Thurs. Dec 10th
Fri. Dec 11th
Annual Christmas Parade 

The annual Christmas Parade hosted by the Greater Anna Chamber of Commerce is Saturday, December 12th beginning at noon! Parade route is from Anna Middle School going South on Highway 5 then turns down 4th Street (Downtown Anna).

This years theme is "Twas the Night Before Christmas". 
Santa Land is at Crow's Patio area immediately following the parade.  Get your picture taken with Santa and Mrs. Clause, receive a treat from Santa, and warm up with hot chocolate and cookies.  As always, this a free community event.
Holiday Trash Schedule

This Holiday Season there will BE a CHANGE to the Recycling Collection Day.  Instead of the normal Friday collection, recycle carts will be emptied on WEDNESDAY, December 23rd and THURSDAY, December 31st.  There will be no change to Trash Collection. 
 
Reminder, please have your carts out by 7am for collection.  Remember to only put approved items in your recycling carts.  For a list of approved items click here .
 
You may set out up to 6 extra bags of trash next to your trash cart on Tuesday, December 29th.  Live Christmas Trees will be collected on December 29th and January 5th.  On Thursday December 31st, you may set out broken down cardboard boxes next to your recycling cart. Please break down all boxes and place them in a stack or into a larger box for collection.
 
Bulk waste can be placed at the curb for pick-up the 3rd Friday of each month by appointment only.  All you need to do is contact Bradshaw and Son by telephone at (972) 924-3014 to set up the appointment for pick-up.  Remember there are restrictions on hazardous material and appliances so please inquire first before placing it at the curb. 
 
Bradshaw & Son
ph. 972-924-3014
 
More information about recycling and trash can be found on the city's website www.annatexas.gov

Christmas Tree Safety Tips

christmas tree on fire As you deck the halls this holiday season, be fire smart. A small fire that spreads to a Christmas tree can grow large very quickly. 


Here are a few tips from our Fire Department:
1.  Place the tree at least 3 feet from a heat source
2.  Do not allow the tree to block an exit
3.  Water fresh trees daily
4. Check lights for safety information and proper placement
5. Replace any worn light strands 
6. Never use lit candles to decorate a tree
7. Always turn off lights before bed or leaving the house

For more tips please click here.
Anna Branding Redesign Community Survey

The City is undergoing a branding redesign.  The branding redesign is more than just a logo makeover - it is a comprehensive process resulting in a complete marketing strategy and a tangible community identify.  In order to accomplish this task, the City has partnered with a Nashville-based company, North Star Destination Strategies. North Star has helped develop brands for more than 200 cities, regions, communities and municipalities nationwide, including McKinney and Frisco.

This is where we need your help!  The branding redesign process is a community-wide effort.  This week, we will be releasing a community-wide survey.  The survey is an important component to our community research and branding initiative. As a member of the community, this is your opportunity to let your voice be heard.  Your input in this process is vital in helping the community understand what makes Anna, TX appealing to key audiences. By giving your opinion, you help shape the direction the community will take in promoting itself moving forward.
   

Please keep your eye out for the link to our survey later this week!
City Events Calendar
  
Calendar

 
City Offices Closed:  December 24th and 25th for Christmas.  January 1st for New Year's Day. 

Mayor,
Mike Crist
Counicl Place 1,
Justin Burr
Council Place 2,
Lauren Lovato
Council Place 3 &
Deputy Mayor Pro Tem 
John Beazley
Council Place 4 &
 Mayor Pro Tem 
Chad Barnes
Council Place 5,
Nathan Bryan
Council Place 6
Dick Dowd  
City Manager,
Philip Sanders
Police Chief,
Kenny Jenks
City Secretary,
Carrie Smith
Fire Chief, 
Tim Gothard
Finance Director,
Clayton Fulton
Planning Director,
Maurice Schwanke
Public Works Director,
Joseph Johnson 
Assistant to the City Manager,
Jessica Perkins
In This Issue
Operation Santa
Parade
Holiday Trash
Fire Safety
Community Survey
City Events Calendar
Comment Corner
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City of Anna PO Box 776 Anna, TX 75409

Phone 972-924-3325  Fax 972-924-2620
 

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