City introduces new Fire Chief

City Manager Sheryl Sculley recently introduced Charles N. Hood as San Antonio’s new fire chief. Following City Council confirmation, Hood will begin his responsibilities on Monday, April 16, and will serve as the first African-American fire chief in the history of San Antonio.
 

Early voting for May 12 election begins April 30

Early voting for the May 12, 2007, Amendment, Joint, General, Special and Bond Election begins Monday, April 30. As part of this election, the City will ask voters to consider candidates for Mayor and City Council seats and to consider five individual bond propositions.

City launches Operation Install to reduce home fire deaths

Firefighters stand ready to install smoke detectors in the home of every senior citizen as two City departments team up with local social service agencies for a new campaign to prevent home fire deaths.

Ground is broken on new airport parking garage

Mayor Phil Hardberger and San Antonio City Councilmembers recently broke ground on the airport’s new $46 million Long-Term Parking Garage. The structure, set to be partially operational by Christmas 2007, will bring an additional 2,800 spaces to the airport’s parking inventory.
 

Spring cleaning? Dispose of your old junk at City-wide Cleanup Day
Looking for a way to dispose of unwanted items such as old furniture, water heaters, brush and other items? Mark your calendar for City-wide Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 14, from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. City crews and trucks will be stationed at 20 locations to collect unwanted items. Bring a copy of a recent CPS Energy bill as proof you pay the City's garbage fee. No commercial or household hazardous waste will be accepted. For sites, call 311.
City services adjusted for
upcoming Good Friday Holiday
City offices will be closed April 6, to observe the Good Friday holiday. Garbage, recyclables and brush will be collected. All libraries and Municipal Court will be closed. Golf courses will be open. Police, fire, EMS personnel and animal care officers will be on duty.

City success: Latest City budget recognized for excellence
The City again received the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its FY 2006-07 Adopted Budget. The City has received the award 23 times.

San Antonio's annual Fiesta celebration kicks off soon
Fiesta, San Antonio's annual 10-day, city-wide cultural celebration, officially begins on April 20. See the Fiesta San Antonio's website for details on this year's events.
City services adjusted for
Fiesta San Jacinto Holiday
City offices will be closed Friday, April 27, to observe the Fiesta San Jacinto holiday. Garbage, recyclables and brush will be collected. All libraries and Municipal Court will be closed. Golf courses will be open. Police, fire, EMS personnel and animal care officers will be on duty.
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Volunteers repaint light poles on downtown streets as part of the City's first Downtown Shine event.

Turn around, don't drown. Never drive through flooded roads

The San Antonio Fire Department received 42 calls for high-water rescues over a three-day period in March. Spring is here, and it’s likely that more rain is on its way. The San Antonio Fire Department warns anyone to “Turn around… don’t drown!”

City encourages proper tree trimming techniques

Spring is here and the City wants to remind residents how to properly prune the trees around their home to ensure tree health and improve the value that trees provide to their property.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance sites open until April 17

The April 17 tax season filing deadline is fast approaching and the City and its partners in the San Antonio Coalition for Family Economic Progress (SACFEP) want to encourage eligible taxpayers who have not filed their 2006 income tax return to take advantage of the services offered through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program.

Walk and Roll 2007 - Make healthy transportation choices

Get ready to lace up your walking shoes and grab your bikes for the 11th Annual Walk and Roll to Work Rally on Friday, May 4, at HemisFair Park from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m.

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