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City of Alma E-Newsletter

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February 2015

Taxes Due February 16th

Property owners are reminded that property taxes are due by 5:00 p.m., Monday, February 16, 2015. Taxes paid after February 16th will be subject to a 3% penalty.

Precinct Inspectors Needed

If you have ever wondered how to become more active in government, there are plenty of opportunities for you that do not involve running for elected office.The City of Alma is looking for interested people to become precinct inspectors.

Precinct inspectors are people who are paid to assist voters at the polls on Election Day. Registered voters interested in serving as precinct inspectors need to submit a precinct inspector application to the City Clerk's office. In addition to their name, address and date of birth, applicants must include their political party preference and qualifications to fill the position such as education or experience. Computer experience is required. A precinct inspector must be a registered voter of the State. They cannot be a challenger, candidate, member of a candidate's immediate family, or a member of the local Board of Canvassers. Anyone convicted of a felony or an election crime may not serve.

If you are interested in serving, please feel free to download and complete the application and return it to Barb Gager, City Clerk at City Hall. If you have any questions, please phone 989-463-8336 or email bgager@ci.alma.mi.us.

Reminder!

All salespersons traveling door to door within the city limits of Alma, MI need a license unless specifically exempt by ordinance or state/federal law. You can request to see proof of a state or city license. Report any unlicensed peddlers by calling 989-875-7505. Refer to Chapter 38 of the Alma Municipal Code for exact language and further information.

Jeff Naessens is

Alma Order of the
Tartan Award Winner

The City of Alma congratulates Jeff Naessens on being named the Alma Order of the Tartan Award winner at the Gratiot Area Chamber of Commerce dinner. Jeff has been an integral part of the community for many years, serving the Alma Action Association, Gratiot Relay for Life, Alma 150th Celebration, Gratiot Area Chamber of Commerce, Lucky MacDuck, Rural Urban Day, Alma Elks, Pine River Arts Council, Keep Alma Beautiful, Gleaners, Pine River Arts Council, and Breckenridge Garden Club. Jeff has also been honored as Grand Marshall of the Alma Highland Festival, Alma Elks Citizen of the Year, United Way Helping Hands Award from the Woman's Aid Service and Volunteer of the Year. Thank you Jeff for your long standing dedication and commitment to the Alma community!

Alma Action Association

New Business and

Business Improvement Awards 2014

New Business - New Owners

Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel Hoppough (New Owners)
New Horizons Realty (Meredith Lott, New Owner)
Gathering Inkspiration Stamp Studio
Terry's Tex-Mex Takeout
Alma Brewing Company
Saravilla Bed & Breakfast (Gerry Shields, New Owner)
Endless Summer Tanning
Meijer of Alma
Huntington Bank
Edward Jones Investments - Ben Crowley
Land & Resource Engineering and Survey
ABA Therapies of Central Michigan

Business Improvements

Alma Chevy Buick GMC (New building façade)
Bravehearts Pub (New tables & chairs)
Energy First (New Location and Building Improvements)
MidMichigan Upholstery and Awing (New Location and Building Improvements)
Arbor Grove Assisted Living (New Dementia Wing)
Alma Public Schools (CTE Program Equipment)
Alma College (TKE House, New Maintenance Garage & Gelston Hall Renovations)
Michigan State University Extension (New Location 219 N State Street)

Red

Cross Blood Drives

The American Red Cross asks that you give a gift that can help save a life -- a blood donation.

Monday, February 9: 8:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Ithaca High School

Tuesday, February 17: 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

First Presbyterian Church, Alma

Wednesday, February 25: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Ashley High School

Friday, February 27: 9:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

St. Louis High School

To schedule your appointment, you may call 1-800-Red-Cross, 989-463-3209 or visit www.redcrossblood.org.

Water

Conservation Tips

If your shower fills a one-gallon bucket in less than 20 seconds, replace the showerhead with a WaterSense® labeled model.
Shorten your shower by a minute or two and you'll save up to 150 gallons per month.
Time your shower to keep it under 5 minutes. You'll save up to 1,000 gallons per month.
Toilet leaks can be silent! Be sure to test your toilet for leaks at least once a year.
Put food coloring in your toilet tank. If it seeps into the bowl without flushing, there's a leak. Fix it and start saving gallons.
When running a bath, plug the bathtub before turning on the water. Adjust the temperature as the tub fills.

Remember to Shovel Your Sidewalks and

Clear Snow and Ice from Fire Hydrants

OK, winter is definitely planning on sticking around for a while and so we remind everyone to keep your sidewalks free and clear of snow and ice. Also, if you have a fire hydrant on your property, please keep it clear of snow and ice so that it is easily accessible in case of an emergency. If you have questions, call463-8356.

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