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City of Melissa Updates
December 2010
2010 City of Melissa Holiday Schedule
The City of Melissa City Hall and Melissa Public Library will be closed the following for New Years:
– December 31; and Library on Saturday January 1
Melissa Public Library Ornament Sale
• The Melissa Public Library will commemorate the all new Melissa City Hall with a lovely holiday ornament.
• Cost is only $7 each or 2 for $12. All proceeds go to the Melissa Public Library.
• Stop by the library after December 2nd for your ornament or email [email protected] to reserve yours.
Melissa Public Library Standard Hours
Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Thursday: 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Sunday: CLOSED
Story Time: Fridays at 10:15 a.m.
Need Help Disposing of Large Trash Items?
IESI will collect bulk waste on the second Saturday of each month. The next pickup day is: January 8th
Call (469) 452-8000 or email: [email protected] for details and to schedule a pick up.
Bulk items can include furniture, appliances (refrigerators must have certificate verifying that all Freon has been removed), extra trash and yard waste.
Overall size must not exceed 5 cubic yards of debris per month and tree limbs & brush must be cut to 5 foot lengths and bundled.
Collin County Cleanup DayOn the first Saturday of every month Collin County in partnership with the North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) hosts its “Collin County Cleanup Day” and from 8AM to 2PM. Residents must show proof of residency in Collin County and all loads must be covered.
Collin County residents can drop off the following at the NTMWD landfill on Hwy 121 in Melissa at no charge:
– Furniture– Appliances– Tires (max. of 4)– Boards, trees and tree limbs not exceeding 8 feet in length– Motor oil– Oil filters– General debris
•Items not accepted are:– Chemicals– Paints– All batteries– Antifreeze
The next Collin County Cleanup Day is Saturday, January 8th (January 1st is a holiday)
Lock Your Car. Take Your Keys. Hide Your Belongings.
Melissa Police Department Reminds You
The City of Melissa Wants You!Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? If so, you may be interested in serving on one of the City's Boards and Commissions!
To be considered for appointment, please submit an application and resume to the City Secretary's Office.
Visit the City Website to learn more about the following Boards which currently have vacancies:
– Board of Adjustment– Planning and Zoning– Melissa Park Advisory Board
For more information on serving as a Board or Commission member and an application, please visit www.cityofmelissa.com
Miller Road Closure/ Waterline Extension
Miller Road (Formally Berry Road) from the Post Office (intersection with E. Melissa Road) to State Highway 121, will be closed for up to 2 months due to a water line extension and road repair.
The City of Melissa appreciates your cooperation during this time.
Banner Photos Rotate in a Slideshow the Images of Melissa!
Calendar of Meetings & Events
Latest News and Highlights from the City
Check out the all NEW www.cityofmelissa.com!
Online Utility Bill Pay
Now Available!
Visit the City of Melissa website www.cityofmelissa.com to sign up today!
Enjoy the convenience of paying your utility bill in minutes!
New E-newsletter Feature!
• Sign up today to receive the latest updates from City Hall as well as our quarterly newsletter, The Melissa Minute via email
• Just go to the all new City of Melissa website at www.cityofmelissa.com and click on the icon on the home page!
SIGN UP TODAY!
E-NEWSLETTER NOW AVAILABLE!
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Learn more about Nixle by visiting www.cityofmelissa.com and sign up today!
Stay Informed!There are now two new ways to stay informed as to what is happening in the City of Melissa - Just point and click!
– Subscribe to the all new RSS feed at http://www.cityofmelissa.com/rss.xml
– Follow us on Twitter! http://twitter.com/cityofmelissatx
Did you know that City of Melissa has a photo gallery on flickr?
Visit www.cityofmelissa.com to check out the photos from the Melissa City Hall Grand Opening and much more!
Are You Ready for Flu Season?The single best way to prevent the flu is to get get vaccinatedvaccinated each fall, but good health habits can also help protect against the flu.
To decrease the risk of getting sick this flu season:
– Wash your hands!Wash your hands! Over 20 infectious agents, including the flu, can be avoided by properly washing your hands.
– Avoid close contact with those that are sick. – Stay at homeStay at home when you are sick to avoid
spreading infection to others. – Cover your mouth and noseCover your mouth and nose with a tissue. If
a tissue is not available, cough or sneeze into your elbow to avoid contaminating your hands.
– Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
Visit www.flu.gov for more information
From our Family to
From our Family to
Yours….Yours….
Happy Holidays!Happy Holidays!
~ The City of Melissa City Council ~ The City of Melissa City Council and Staffand Staff
