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ELECTION NEWS
We received two (2) applications for the two (2) open seats for City Council. Upon certification from the City Secretary stating unopposed status of both candidates, on April 4, 2006 the City Council canceled the Alderman (council) portion of the May 13th Election and declared each unopposed candidate elected to office.
CONGRADULATIONS to Councilman Wayne Drummonds - incumbent and Mr. Johnny Stevenson.
DON’T FORGET! WE ARE STILL HAVING THE ELECTION FOR MAYOR. SO COME OUT AND VOTE ON SATURDAY, MAY 13TH FOR YOUR FAVORITE CANDIDATE.
MEET THE CANDIDATE NIGHT
Meet the candidate night will be held on Tuesday, April 25th from 7:00 – 9:00pm at the Nevada City Hall, 424 E FM 6.
Running for the Mayors position is:
Mayor Christy Schell and Daniel McMillen.
Councilman Drummonds and Mr. Stevenson will also be attending.
ELECTION SCHEDULE
May 1 - First day of early voting.
May 5-Last day to apply for ballot by mail
May 9- Last day of early voting.
May 13- ELECTION DAY
EARLY VOTING will be held at Nevada City Hall, 424 E FM 6. May 1st – 3rd open 8am – 2pm, May 4th and 5th open 7am-7pm and May 8th and 9th open 8am-2pm.
ELECTION DAY will be held at Community Middle School 615 N FM 1138. May 13th open 7am-7pm.
OUTDOOR BURNING
The City of Nevada does not allow any domestic waste burning within the city limits. When the City appointed a Waste Disposal Service city wide to provide collection of domestic waste, according to the state burning is no longer needed.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Chapter 111, Subchapter B-Outdoor Burning, No person may cause, suffer, allow or permit any outdoor burning within the State of Texas except as provided by this subchapter., Exceptions (1) Specifies; Outdoor burning shall be authorized for a private residence, when collection of domestic waste is not provided. Definition of "domestic waste" kitchen garbage, untreated lumber, packaging (cardboard, plastics and rubber), grass, leaves and branch trimmings. Examples not domestic waste, which cannot be burned, include tires, non-wood debris, furniture, carpet, wire and appliances.
(2)Outdoor burning shall be authorized for
Fire Training and Land clearing operations for development including residential, commercial, right-of-ways and industrial. If you have a Nevada address and your property is outside the city limits you can burn under Collin County guidelines. We hope this clears up some of the confusion on outdoor burning in the City of Nevada.
DON’T FORGET TO CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE!
www.cityofnevada.org
CLEAN UP DAY SATURDAY, MAY 6
It’s that time again! This is your opportunity to get rid of all that unwanted junk, trash or brush that is sitting in your driveway, behind the shed or garage and on your property. Barnes will supply the trucks for this service. They will be parked at Warren and Kerens at the Old Well House, from 8am to 2pm. To participate you must have a Nevada address and be a current Barnes customer. Tires will be limited, up to 4 will be taken at no charge. Barnes will still have regular bulk pick up at your home on this day.
SHOT CLINIC SATURDAY MAY 6
There has been several confirmed rabies cases in Collin County. It is important to keep all your pet(s) vaccinated and be weary of skunks, bats, possums and rodents. Mayor Schell has set up a shot clinic for Nevada residents on Saturday May 6, Nevada City Hall 424 E FM 6, from 9am – 12pm. FATE ANIMAL CLINIC, Dr. Goucher, will provide these services:
Rabies shot $10
COUNCIL MEETINGS
Come see your City Officials at work for you! Council meetings are the 1st Tuesday of every month at 7:00pm at the City Hall 424 East FM 6.
NEVADAFEST VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We need volunteers to serve on the committee for this years NevadaFest. This is a very worthwhile fundraiser for the city. The proceeds raised from this festival goes to the Nevada Beautification Fund that will help fund projects like, The Well House restoration, welcome to the city signs and help beautify or clean up homes of low-income residents. If you are interested please call Nancy Cooksy at
972 636-2250 Ext #222
NVFD Needs You!
The Nevada Volunteer Fire Department is always looking for dedicated men and women that have extra time and enjoy volunteering to help their fellow man. No medical background is necessary all training is provided. (A background check will be conducted on all volunteers) The NVFD meet every 1st and 3rd
Monday of every month. If you are interested you can contact the NFVD office at 972 853-3166.
HELP SAVE OUR HISTORY
We need volunteers to serve on a committee to help restore or rebuild the Nevada Well House. The Well House is over 100 years old and is one of only two structures that survived the storm
that destroyed the city in 1927.This is truly a Historical Marker and would be a shame if it was forgotten. If you are interested in volunteering or would like to make a donation please call Janet Hargett at (972) 843-5225
HOUSE ADDRESSING
On March 7th, 2006 the City Council passed Ordinance No. 06-02 Requiring all homes and businesses in the city to have physical address numbers. The purpose of this ordinance is to enhance the easy and rapid location of properties for the delivery of public safety, emergency services, postal delivery and business delivery. The numbers displayed must be at least 4 (four) inches high and constructed of a durable bright material or painted on a permanent structure and of a color, which provides a contrast to the background. If your home or business is 50 feet or less from the street, the numbers must be displayed in the vicinity of the front door or entry (lighted if possible but not required). If your home or business is more than 50 feet from the street, the numbers must be displayed on a post, fence wall or mail box adjacent to the walk or access drive to the residence or structure.
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