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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNewsletter City_October 2010have seen the hurt in their faces. I have seen their embarrassment. Please join with me and others in making their burden a lit- tle lighter. It is simple, just a little more on your bill. Please specify on your bill that you would like to donate the extra amount. If you live in the county you can make a donation to Madison County Indi- gent fund. Donations can be made online at www.rexburg.org or you may come in to our office at City Hall here in Rex- burg, 35 N 1st E. For those of you who “feel the pinch.” This is a time to help. We have all heard it or seen it in print. The reces- sion is over. That is good news , I guess , but, if you are on a fixed income or even if the job you have is not respond- ing to market trends you might be in trouble. We have all seen the in- creases in pricing at the supermarkets. It has cer- tainly changed the way we shop. I love the smell of bacon frying. I don’t smell it as often. I re- member when it was a breakfast mainstay, not anymore. For many in our community the situa- tion is much more dire. I have recently visited with folks who really struggle to pay public utilities bills. These are frugal peo- ple, people who are respon- sible and deserve better, but they don’t quite have enough to go around. Though I recognize and feel the effect of the economy my situation is somewhat better. I do have opportu- nities to help others. Many of you do as well. The City of Rexburg has a program available to help people in need. This program is called Rexburg Public Utilities Assistance (RUPA). Most all of us can help a little. All we need to do is check an amount to be donated on our Rexburg utility bill. Even if we “round it up” to the next higher dollar it can help someone. This pro- gram is jointly administered by Rexburg and Madison County. Currently our funds are extremely low, and now is a time of great need. I have witnessed the struggle these people face. I October 2010 Upcoming Events Farmers Market Every Friday 4-8 pm Last Day of the season is October 15 City Council Meeting October 6 & 20 7:00 pm MYAB Meeting October 6 & 20 5:00 pm The Splash Park and Carousel is now CLOSED until Memorial Day, 2011 Have a safe and Happy Halloween! October 31, 2010 Remember to change your clocks back 1 hour Saturday, November 6 before you go to bed Rexburg Tabernacle Orchestra Performance November 10, 2010 7:30 pm free event Thanksgiving Community Choir Performance Thanksgiving Day 10:00 am @ the Tabernacle free event Community Update Mayor’s Message The beginning of November means cold temperatures, sleet and snow but it also marks the beginning of The Cube Cyclocross Race Series. This annual event is a combination of cycling and running and the bad weather and rough terrain make this a truly unique type of racing. There are three race categories: youth, women, and men’s with each group qualifying for awards and prizes. So come out and race or join us to cheer on the race participants. When: Saturdays, Nov.6, 13 and 20th Where: Nature Park Time: Races begin at 9:00 am Cost: $15 per event, $35 for series The Cube Cyclocross Page 2 October 2010 Community Update 35 N 1st E Rexburg, Idaho 83440 208.359.3020 / fax 208.359.3022 cityhall@rexburg.org Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Rexburg Farmers Market will be held in the Purrington Plaza parking lot, south of the Rexburg Tabernacle Civic Center on Friday evenings, from 4:00-8:00, beginning on April 30, 2010. The last mar- ket of the season will be on October 15, 2010. This year the Farmers Market will feature vendors offering items such as clothing, crafts, plants, and specialty treats. rexburgfarmersmarket.org Photos by Mckenzie Taggart The proposed date for YARD WASTE CLEAN UP is October 11 - November 12. Materials to be picked up must be out at the curb not in the alleys or right next to garbage can. We will try to pick up materials on your scheduled garbage pick up day, but may be a day after. Please bag or bundle materials as much as possible so that they may be pick up by hand. If the City has to use heavy equipment to load trees, branches, etc. you will be no- tified and you may be charged for the use of that equipment. Limbs & branches should be bundled and cut in 4' to 6' lengths. Clean up Annual Thanksgiving Community Choir aka Turkey Choir Anyone with coral experience may join the choir. Practices begin October 17 at the Tabernacle from 7:30-9:00 pm. The performance will take place Thanksgiving morning at 10:00 am in the Tabernacle. This event is free and all is welcome. Here are some helpful Trick-or-Treating Tips that will keep your family safe this Halloween: • Carry a flashlight with fresh batteries after dark. • Wear identification that's easy to read. • Always trick or treat in groups, accompanied by an adult. • Plan your route ahead of time. • Stay on the sidewalks and out of the streets. Cross only at intersections and designated crosswalks. • Walk. No running. • Don't trample through flower beds and gardens. • Watch out for open flames in jack-o-Lanterns. • Walk with your head up and be aware of your surroundings. • Only visit well lit houses. Don't stop at dark houses. • Don't enter any houses unless you know the people. • Carry a spare Halloween bag -- in case yours breaks or you fill your original one. • Don't approach unfamiliar pets and animals. • Don't cut across yards and stay out of back yards. • Always watch for cars backing up or turning. • Review the "stop, drop and roll" procedure in case your cos- tume catches on fire. • Never accept rides from strangers. • Respect other people and their property. • Be polite and say "thank you." • Don't eat any candy until it's inspected for tampering under bright lights. • Avoid candy that has loose wrappings, is unwrapped, has puncture holes, or is homemade. • Small children should not be allowed hard candy they may choke on.