City of Alma E-Newsletter

December 2014

Come Home to Alma

for the Holidays!

The Annual Come Home to Alma for the Holidays celebration will be Friday, December 12th from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. in downtown Alma. Completing the weekend will be the 4th Annual Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk and Reindeer Trot on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. in St. Mary School gym.

To get the most up to date information, please go to the website. There you will find the activity schedules, forms and meeting dates and times. All are welcome to join the meetings and get involved in the activities. Also check out Facebook and "like" the Come Home to Alma for the Holidays page.

Park Shelter Reservation Program

If you rented a park shelter in previous year, you now have the opportunity to reserve the same shelter for the same period as the previous year's booking.

Early reservations under this criteria will be taken from December 1 - 31 each year for an additional fee. After January 1, park patrons may reserve a shelter on a first-come-first-served basis with preference given to City of Alma residents.

Follow the link for information on the City's park system and a park shelter reservation form.

Winter Taxes

Winter tax bills will be mailed after December 1 and are due February 14, 2015. If you do not receive yours or have any questions, please give us a call at 463-8346. Please remember that the last day to pay 2014 taxes at City Hall for credit on 2014 income taxes is December 31, 2014. Office hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

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The libr ary will offer free movie rentals for the month of December. Adult library card holders may check out 4 movies at one time. Once returned, you can check out 4 more! Enjoy the great holiday classics.

Mitten Tree

The library is sponsoring a Mitten Tree and collection box for the Salvation Army through December 12. Mittens, gloves, hats and nonperishable food items as well as personal items (toothbrushes, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, soaps, etc.) are needed. Please help us help those in need. Thanks!

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Water Conservation Tips

Select the proper pan size for cooking. Large pans may require more cooking water than necessary.
If you accidentally drop ice cubes, don't throw them in the sink. Drop them in a house plant instead.
Collect the water you use while rinsing fruit and vegetables. Use it to water house plants.
When shopping for a new dishwasher, use the Consortium for Energy Efficiency website to compare water use between models.

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The Alma City Commission and City staff wish to thank you for your support throughout 2014 and wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday season!

Red Cross Blood Drives

Let's give the ultimate gift this year, the gift of life! Upcoming blood drives will be:

Tuesday, 12/16/14 - 1:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church, Alma

Saturday, 12/27/14 - 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Countryside Christian School, Ithaca

Monday, 12/29/14 - noon - 6:00 p.m.

ZCBJ Hall, Bannister

Tuesday, 12/30/14 - 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Masonic Pathways

Wednesday, 12/31/14 - 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Mid-Michigan Medical Center - Gratiot

To schedule an appointment, please call 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767) or visit www.redcrossblood.org for more information.

The annual Christmas tree collection program will begin on January 12th. Trees will be collected on your regular trash day.

Remember to Shovel Your Sidewalks

Please remember that you are required by City Ordinance to keep sidewalks free and clear of snow and ice. If you have questions, call 463-8356.

Parking Ban in Effect

The annual winter parking ban on city streets goes is in effect. Parking is prohibited on any street from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. until March 31, 2015.

Permit Required to Park Overnight in Downtown Parking Lots

If you park overnight in a downtown city parking lot you need to purchase an overnight parking permit for 2015. Permits are available at City Hall. The cost of the permit is $25 for those living and/or working in the downtown and $125 for anyone else who needs to park overnight in the lots. Stop by City Hall to purchase your parking pass. If you have questions please call 463-8336 and ask for Aeric.

Check out DART's Facebook page

for holiday specials!

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City of Alma

www.ci.alma.mi.us

525 E. Superior St., PO Box 278

Alma, MI 48801-0278

(989)463-8336

bgager@ci.alma.mi.us

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