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HomeMy WebLinkAboutVol 1 Issue 4 Hello friends and neighbors, What a wonderful part of the world we live in here in Southeastern Idaho. I have lived here my whole life and I just love it here. For those of us who live here and love this area there can be a bit of resistance to letting the word out as to what we have here. Friendly people, a beautiful terrain, peace and quiet, great climate, mild weather with all 4 changing seasons, and outdoor amenities for varied interests make this area very appealing. Well folks, like it or not, the word is getting out. We are seeing that a lot of people and businesses are finding our well-kept secret a place they would like to call home. I hope we can all see the positive side of this potential for growth. Much has already come, more is bound to follow. The City of Chubbuck has welcomed many national brand eateries and businesses this spring and summer. Each one of them has shown that they are great community neighbors. They have added to the attractive nature of this area. We also have several others that are building here as we speak. We are excited for the opportunities to welcome them. Lastly, there are those who are looking at our area with keen interest. We would love to have you here and you would love it here. We are located right in the middle of a high tech corridor. Idaho State University along with their medical school, Idaho National Laboratory, and BYU Idaho are all right here. We have a work force that possesses a work ethic that is second to none. We know how to give an honest day’s work for an honest day’s pay. We are located at the junction of 2 interstate systems, I-15 and I-86. Also Union Pacific Railroad runs thru our community with ample rail spurs. We also have an airport that provides great air service. We truly are the Gateway to the West. Opportunity abounds for all who would like to live here and do business here. As the Mayor of the City of Chubbuck Idaho I would like to encourage businesses that want a low cost way of doing business, regulations that make sense and don’t over burden, a great and dedicated labor force, as well as an unsurpassed quality of life to seriously check out your opportunity to become part of a gracious and giving community. Come and see what we have to offer. A chance of a lifetime awaits. With warm regards, Mayor Kevin England October 2016 Important Dates to Remember Oct. 6–City Council Work Study/4PM Oct. 6-City Council Meeting/6PM Oct. 11-LUDC Meeting/7PM Oct. 15-Utility Bill Due Oct. 19-City Council Meeting/6PM Oct. 25-CDA Meeting/5:30PM *Oct. 31-HALLOWEEN Quarterly Newsletter October 2016 Message from the Mayor: Volume 1, Issue 4 *Come Trunk or Treat with Chubbuck Police Officers in the Pine Ridge Mall The Chubbuck Police Department will be hosting their annual Trunk or Treat event this year on October 31st at 6:00 p.m. at the Pine Ridge Mall. Last Chance for 2016! The Bannock County Landfill FREE DAY is Saturday, October 15th, from 9am-5pm. For more information, please call 236-0607 December 2016 Important Dates to Remember Dec. 7–City Council Work Study/4PM Dec. 7-City Council Meeting/6PM Dec. 13-LUDC Meeting/7PM Dec. 15-Utility Bill Due Dec. 21-City Council Meeting/6PM *Dec. 26-In observance of Christmas Day-City Offices Closed *Jan. 2, 2017-In observance of New Year’s Day-City Offices Closed November 2016 Important Dates to Remember Nov. 2–City Council Work Study/4PM Nov. 2-City Council Meeting/6PM *Nov. 8-General Elections/8AM to 8PM Nov. 9-LUDC Meeting/7PM *Nov. 10-11-Veternans Day-City Offices Closed Nov. 15-Utility Bill Due Nov. 16-City Council Meeting/6PM *Nov. 23-25-Thanksgiving-City Offices Closed A Message from the Chubbuck Police Department: Those who wish to commit crime look for easy opportunities to get what they want. Report any suspicious activity to the Police Department, place valuables out of sight and lock your car doors, lock up your home when you are away, and don’t forget those garage doors! Recently, we have had several reports of a common scam where a resident posts an item for sale on a private sales site. The seller is contacted and the buyer sends a check, the check is sometimes in excess of what the item sells for. They claim a secondary person will come and get the item and ask that they cash the check. Then the buyer tells the seller to take what is asked for plus a little more and send the rest of the money back to them. The result of such action is that the check is bad and the resident selling the item is left with the responsibility. If something doesn’t seem right don’t participate in it, if it “looks too good to be true” it likely is. Anyone can be scammed, we ask that if you are scammed or feel like you have been, please report the issue to your local Police Department. *Holiday’s & Garbage Service In observance of: Veterans Day, the City Offices will be closed, Thursday, November 10 at 12:30pm until Monday, November 14 at 7:30am. Garbage service will be on schedule. Thanksgiving, the City Offices will be closed, Wednesday, November 23 at 1:30pm until Monday, November 28 at 7:30am. Garbage service will be 1 day late following Thanksgiving Day. Christmas Day, the City Offices will be closed, Monday, December 26. Garbage service will be 1 day late. The City will collect extra bags of trash for 1 week following Christmas ONLY. Please place bags by your regular garbage cart for pickup. The City will also collect Christmas trees for 2 weeks following Christmas. Please call Public Works at 237-2430 to be put on the schedule. *November 8th General Elections--Precinct locations: 50 Pine Ridge Mall 4155 Yellowstone 51 Chubbuck Elem. School 5045 Hawthorne 52 Chubbuck Elem. School 5045 Hawthorne 53 Portneuf Library 5210 Stuart 54 Pine Ridge Mall 4155 Yellowstone 55 Chubbuck City Office 5160 Yellowstone 56 Chubbuck City Office 5160 Yellowstone 57 Rulon Ellis School 11888 N. Whitaker 58 Portneuf Library 5210 Stuart Please watch for the map to be published in the newspaper that will help you determine in which precinct your residence falls or visit www.bannockcounty.us/elections for more information. Thinking about upgrading your woodstove? Don’t miss a special offer to residents of Chubbuck and Pocatello from the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality. Financial incentives make upgrading a smart move!  $500 rebate  Additional 10% discount  Deduction on your Idaho Tax Return For more information, contact Melissa Gibbs, DEQ Air Quality Manager at (208)236 -6160 or visit www.deq.idaho.gov/wood-stove-changeout-program FALL LEAF PICKUP Fall leaves will by picked up once a week starting the week of October 31st until November 28th. 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. A Message from the Chubbuck Animal Control: Protect Your Pet During Winter and Cold Weather In our area winter is a season of bitter cold and numbing wetness. Please take extra precautions during winter months to make sure your four-footed family members stay safe and warm!