City
of Rolla
Fire
& Rescue Open
House
big success
More than 500 residents and community members
enjoyed the many festivities and hospitality provided during the Open House at
the City of Rolla Fire & Rescue Headquarters on Saturday, Oct. 13.
From the Jaws of Life and extrication
demonstrations, to free snow cones, popcorn and fire helmets, free 100-foot-ladder
rides, and photo opps. with Fire Pup, the mascot, the Open House had something
for everyone.
The Fill-A-Boot and sale of pink T-shirts to raise funds
for Breast Cancer research was also a big success.
In addition, a decontamination Hazmet tent was set
up to give visitors a better view of what emergency management activities are
all about.
”We were all thrilled with the great turnout for the
Open House,” said Fire Chief Robert Williams.
“And I would like to extend my appreciation not only
to everyone who attended the event, but also to my staff who went above and
beyond to make it such an enjoyable and memorable occasion.”
Ber Juan Park
showcases
fall colors
A mother and daughter pause for a ‘Kodak’
moment in what could be considered the most colorful and vibrant area in Rolla
where a walking trail runs through a panoramic row of oak trees in Ber Juan
Park.
The 85-acre Ber Juan Park, the centerpiece of
Rolla’s parks, is a great place to take a walk and enjoy the spectacular fall
colors we are experiencing in the Rolla area.
A walking and exercise trail encompasses most
of the Park, with outdoor fitness equipment stationed along the trail.
Disabled American
Veterans Chapter 49
donates $1,000 to
Veterans Memorial Park
Disabled
American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 49 Commander, Joesph Montgomery, (left),
presents a $1,000 check to Jerry Bumpus, newly elected Chairman of the South
Central Regional Veterans Group (SCRVG). Also present at the Oct. 11 SCRVG
meeting where the presentation took place, is past DAV Commander, Paul Schuler
(right).
The
funds will be used for the development of Veterans Memorial Park, a City of
Rolla park located on Southview Drive behind Casey’s off of Hwy. 72.
The
next fund-raising event sponsored by the SCRVG is a Luncheon to Honor Korean
War Veterans on Saturday, Nov. 3 beginning at 12-noon at Greentree Christian
Church.
Landmark Christian
Academy students
tour Rolla City Hall
Steve
Hargis, Director of Public Works with the City of Rolla (standing), provides an
overview of the Rolla West Master Plan and Veterans Memorial Park master plan
to a group of students and teachers from Landmark Christian Academy who were
taking a tour of Rolla City Hall on Oct. 16.
The
students, who are in grades First through Sixth, also toured the Rolla City
Council Chambers, Rolla Municipal Court, the GIS/Engineering Divisions in
Public Works, and City Administration where they were welcomed by City
Administrator John Butz.
If
a school, organization or civic club would like to schedule a tour of Rolla
City Hall sometime in the future, please contact Scott Grahl, Communications
Director, at 426-6943 or at sgrahl@rollacity.org.
Basswood Drive
street improvements
underway
The
City of Rolla Public Works Department, in conjunction with Rainey & Son
Construction, L.L.C., continue substantial street improvements on Basswood
Drive.
The
Basswood Drive and Boxelder Drive Street Improvement project approved by the
Rolla City Council, will include excavation, storm sewer installation, new curb
and gutter, new driveway aprons, and subsequent 4-inch paving.
The
excavation and road improvements on Boxelder Drive will begin immediately after
the street improvements are complete on Basswood sometime in October.
It
is anticipated that the entire street improvement project, including Boxelder,
should be completed before the end of 2012, weather permitting. Caution signs
and safety cones will be posted in the construction area, indicating lane
closures, and for motorists to please drive carefully.
“The
City of Rolla appreciates the assistance, patience and cooperation of the
public throughout the duration of this important street improvement project,”
said Steve Hargis, Director of Public Works.
For
more information, please contact the Public Works Department at 364-8659 or
visit www.rollacity.org.
Operation
Neighborhood
Clean-up
set for Nov. 2
The
5th annual “Operation Neighborhood Clean-up” will be held on Friday, Nov. 2 throughout the Rolla community
in designated, high priority areas. The selection of these properties will be
determined by the City of Rolla Police Department and the Rolla Area
Ministerial Alliance.
All
volunteers are asked to attend the welcome gathering at 6:30 a.m. at Greentree
Christian Church Youth Center located at 801 East 10th Street. A
complimentary continental breakfast will be provided. The clean-up will take
place from 7 a.m. to 12-noon.
The
entire community is invited to participate in this beautification effort, which
is once again being coordinated by the Rolla Area Ministerial Alliance and the
Rolla Police Department.
Operation
Neighborhood Clean-up is an opportunity for residents to partner with the Rolla
Area Ministerial Alliance, community churches, and the Rolla Police Department
to enhance a sense of community, well being, pride and property values among
the neighborhoods where the clean up is conducted. The Operation Neighborhood
Clean Up Committee has over 25 homes targeted throughout the community for the
clean-up, but there is still an opportunity for about 5 more homes to be added
to the list. If you are interested or know someone who is in need of assistance
during the clean-up, please contact Officer Vince Giacolone at the RPD at
308-1213.
The
clean-up effort will involve limited tree trimming, hedge trimming, and the
removal of brush piles, leaves, household items and trash. Groups or
individuals interested in volunteering may contact Chris Foster, Adult
Education Minister at Greentree Christian Church, at 364-2649 or cfoster@greentreerolla.org, or
Officer Vince Giacolone at the Rolla Police Department at 308-1213 or at vgiacolone@rollacity.org.
Luncheon to honor
Korean War Veterans
set for Nov. 3
The
public is invited to attend a luncheon and silent auction to honor Korean War
Veterans on Saturday, Nov. 3 at 12-noon at Greentree Christian Church (located
at 800 Greentree Road in Rolla).
Tickets
for the event, which include a delicious meal of barbecue pork, cole slaw,
potato salad, and dessert, are $20 per person. The acoustic classic rock band, Trilogy, will also be performing, and a
preview of “Little Women” will be presented by Ozark Actors Theatre.
Proceeds
from this event will go towards the development of Veterans Memorial Park and
the completion of the new pavilion that was recently constructed in the park.
Veterans Memorial Park, which is a City of Rolla park, is located on Southview
Drive near Hwy. 72.
To
order your tickets for the luncheon or for more information, please contact
Susan Hinkle, Treasurer of the South Central Regional Veterans Group
(S.C.R.V.G.), at 573-578-2141.
The
event will be hosted by members of the S.C.R.V.G., area veterans and volunteers
who are committed to the development and completion of Veterans Memorial Park.
Rolla City Council
Mtg. set for
Nov. 5
The
next Rolla City Council meeting will be held on Monday, Oct. 15 at 6:30 p.m. at
the Rolla City Hall - Council Chambers, 901 N. Elm Street. City Council
meetings are usually held the first and third Monday of the month unless
interrupted by an observed holiday.
To
view the agenda and full agenda packet for the Oct. 1 Council meeting, please
visit the City's Website at: http://rollacity.org/admin/agenda.shtml#agenda.
A copy of the 2012-2013 City of Rolla Proposed budget is also available on this
page on the Website.
Council
meetings are also broadcast live on Rolla Channel 16, (Rolla's Public Education
& Government channel).
For
more information, please call City Administration at 426-6948.
Environmental Services Important Dates
(clip & save coupon)
Nov. 22, 2012
– Thanksgiving Day: Thursday’s trash will be picked up Wednesday.
Dec. 25, 2012
– Christmas
Day: Tuesday’s trash will be picked
up Wednesday.
.
Holidays
NOT affecting trash or recycling collection:
Oct. 8, 2012 – Columbus Day
Nov. 12, 2012 – Veteran’s Day
Nov. 23, 2012 – Day after Thanksgiving
Rolla Channel 16
live streaming
24/7 on the Web
If
you happen to miss the airing of a Rolla City Council meeting, Planning &
Zoning meeting, Rolla Public School Board meeting or Board of Public Works
meeting, you can now watch them live on the Rolla Channel 16 Website at http://rollachannel16.com.
Rolla
Channel 16, Rolla’s premiere Education and Government channel, is also now live
streaming (24/7) at http://rollachannel16.com.
RC16 is live streaming all Rolla City Council meetings, Rolla Planning &
Zoning Commission meetings, Rolla Public Schools board meetings, Rolla High
School Review and “City Minutes” hosted by the City of Rolla’s Communications
Office.
Other
syndicated content on RC16 such as Missouri Outdoors, Army Newswatch, and
Capitol Dialogue will also live stream on RC16 at http://rollachannel16.com.
For
more information regarding programming or DVD duplication of Rolla City Council
meetings, Rolla Planning & Zoning meetings, and Rolla Public Schools board
meetings, etc., please contact Kenny Perzan, Senior Video Editor, at (573)
426-3377 or at Kenny.Perzan@fidelitycommunications.com.
Be
sure to watch Rolla Channel 16 – “Education, Government and Community for you!”
OCTOBER 2012
Oct. 22 – Cardio for a Cure (6-8 p.m.); The Centre, 1200 N.
Holloway (341-2386); $10 per person; contact Karen Richards, krichards@rollacity.org
Oct. 31 – Have a Safe Trick or Treat in downtown Rolla (5-7
p.m.); sponsored by the RDBA
NOVEMBER 2012
Nov. 2 – 5th Annual Operation Neighborhood Clean-Up
(6:30 a.m.-noon); volunteers meet for at Greentree Christian Church Youth
Center, 801 E. 10th St. (308-1213 – Vince Giacolone)
Nov. 3 – Luncheon and Silent Auction to honor Korean War Veterans
(12-noon); Greentree Christian Church; proceeds to benefit Veterans Memorial
Park; tickets-$20; call Susan Hinkle at 578-2141 for more info
Nov. 3 – 29th Annual Optimist Flap Jack Day (6 a.m. –
2 p.m.); St. Patrick Parish Hall; proceeds benefit Rolla Area youth
($5-Advance; $6-Door – Under 6 FREE)
Nov. 5 – City Council Mtg. (6:30 p.m.)
Nov. 7 – Rolla Board of Public Works Mtg. (4:30 p.m.); 101 West
10th St. (Tucker Centre)
Nov. 12 – City Hall closed for Veterans Day Holiday
Nov. 19 – City Council Mtg. (6:30 p.m.)
Nov. 22-23 – City Hall closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Scott A. Grahl
Communications Director
City of Rolla, Missouri
(573) 426-6943
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