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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11Vol. 7Issue I1 Message from the Mayor: City Hall 5160 Yellowstone / PO Box 5604237-2400 November 2012 It was a tremendous experience to be involved in the Grand Opening of the Herbergers Department Store last week. They have certainly added a vitality to the Mall and we wish them every success in their venture here. If you haven't yet had the chance to visit them, I would encourage you to do so. Their success is dependent on our patronage. They are a wonderful addition to our retail business community. I hope that November 6th is an important date to you and you are already planning to vote. If you have any ques- tions related to the voting process, call the county elections office (236-7330). It is also important to get informa- tion on the candidates and issues to be voted on. Please decide to vote and then make sure you follow through with those plans. One vote can make a difference. Our Chubbuck Police and Fire Departments will again be sponsoring a "trunk or treat" activity on Halloween Day in the Pineridge Mall. We express our appreciation to all who made donations for this event. Some of the Mall Businesses will also provide for "trick or treating" during the same hours with most of the stores participat- ing. They ask that masks, heavily painted faces or hoods not be worn and that no fake or toy weapons will be al- lowed. The fun will begin at 6:00 PM. Again this year we are asking those in neighborhoods that would prefer children NOT come to their door to please leave their porch lights off. We encourage either an adult or older sib- ling to accompany little ones. Let's do all we can to make sure Halloween is safe and fun.. We have had an early taste of winter weather in October. As we head into another winter season lets all be aware of those in our neighborhoods who may need some assistance with their winter "chores". I again thank you for your efforts to make Chubbuck such a great place to live and do business. Mayor England HOLIDAY GARBAGE PICKUP Garbage pickups will be one day behind the regu- lar schedule following Thanksgiving, November 22nd. Thursday pickups will be done on Friday, and the Friday pickups will be done Saturday. Fall Leaf Pickup Fall leaves will by picked up once a week until November 15th. Leaves must be bagged and placed in the front of your property. Call the City at 237-2430 to be placed on the weekly list. Idaho State Veterans Home Please join the Idaho State Veterans Home in honoring our Veterans at their Veteran's Day program on Sunday, November 11th, at 2:30 pm, at 1957 Alvin Ricken Drive, Pocatello. All are welcome. ELECTION - NOVEMBER 6th to ► Please watch for the map to be published in the newspa- Q : per that will help you determine in which precinct your residence falls. Friendly Reminder to Medicare Beneficiary's in our Community Your annual enrollment period for the 2013 Medicare Prescrip- tion Drug plans and Medicare Advantage plans has changed. The new dates are October 15, 2012 to December 7,2012, which will become effective January 1, 2013. Please remember to check your plans annually during this enrollment period to see if there have been any changes to your plan's formularies, or any other policy changes that may go into effect. More informa- tion is available at medicare.gov. A Note From Our Police Department: With the approach of the holidays we need to keep in mind a few issues that may save the day. When shopping this season avoid Et, leaving valuables in your vehicle in plain , sight. Keep your vehicle doors locked while gone and keep an eye out for suspicious behavior around you. At home, lock your doors and if away consider using a timer on your lights at night. Animal issues sometimes arise when our four footed friends create nuisances such as barking and running at large. Please be mindful of your neighbor by keeping your animal's noise levels at a respectful minimum and by keeping them on your own property. Barking dogs if found to be an annoyance whether it both- ers the owner or not can result in a citation. Please be aware and courteous of your neighbors' right to reasonable peace. If we can keep these issues in mind and abide by these laws we can continue to enjoy this wonderful place to live. You may clarify these codes by going to http//www.cityofchubbuck.us/cpd/codeenforcement.aspx or by calling 237-7172 asking for Code Enforcement. 2nd Annual Farm Bureau Salute to Idaho Veterans Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company of Idaho has announced that the Second Annual "Salute to Idaho Veterans" Event has been scheduled for Friday, November 9, 2012. The "Salute" is a tribute held to honor America's Veterans, both living and deceased, and active duty military per- sonnel. This year's "Salute to Idaho Veterans" will include a new element, a statewide Veterans Day Essay Contest. The essay contest is open to children from all over Idaho from 1 st through 12th grade who have a family member who has served, or is serving in the Armed Forces. The topic of the contest is "What My Family Member's Military Service Means to Me." The contest will be divided into three categories for judging: (1) 1 st through 6th grade, (2) 7th through 9th grade, (3) 10th through 12th grade. One winner will be selected from each category. A $250 U.S. Savings Bond will be awarded to the winner of category 1, a $500 U.S. Savings Bond will be awarded to the winner of category 2, and a $750 U.S. Savings Bond will be awarded to the winner of category 3. Essay winners will also be recognized at and invited to attend the Second Annual Salute to Idaho Veterans. This year's "Salute to Idaho Veterans" will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 9 at the Farm Bureau building at 275 Tierra Vista Drive in Pocatello. The day's events include a flag ceremony, posting of the col- ors, guest speaker U.S. Army Lt. Col (Ret) Reginald Reeves, a lunch and slide show, the 56th U.S. Army Band Brass Quintet, gift presentation, and complimentary photos. For more information about the "Salute to Idaho Veterans" and Essay Contest entry forms, visit www.idfbins.com