Winter Weather

The winter season is upon us and the snow will soon be flying.  Here are a few reminders :

·     Keep your sidewalks free of snow and ice- this is the responsibility of the property owner.

·     During snow removal, do not park, abandon, or leave your vehicle unattended on any street or alley until the street has been  plowed curb to curb.   Violators will be ticketed $25 per offense.

·     Do not shovel, move, or plow snow onto city streets outside of the downtown area.

·     Drive carefully, obey posted speed limits, and adjust your speed according to the current conditions.

Open Burning

Due to extremely dry conditions, Dickinson County has placed a ban on all outdoor burning until further notice.

Garbage Collection

Residential garbage collection is every Monday.  Please have all garbage in blue city bags placed at the curb no later than 7 a.m.  If you forget to set your trash bags out, you may take them up to the public works grounds located near the intersection of 17^th St. and M Ave.  Bags may be purchased at the City Clerk’s Office and Buy Rite Foods.

All regular household garbage must be placed in blue city bags.  Tags for appliances, electronics, furniture, and other non-regular household garbage may be purchased at the City Clerk’s Office.

Dumpsters

Dumpsters may be rented from the City of Milford for household related garbage.  A contract is required.  For questions and rates contact the City Clerk’s Office.  No construction, building materials, or demolition debris is allowed.  Dumpsters for such waste may be rented from Town & Country at 712-472-2493.

Recycling

Residential curbside recycling is the 2^nd and 4^th Thursday each month.  Plastics with symbols 1-7 are now being accepted.  All items must be separated.  For more details visit www.milford.ia.us and click FAQ.

Recyclable items may also be taken to the City’s recycling bins at the public works grounds located near the intersection of 17^th St. and M Ave.

Dickinson County Recycling Center

Non-household garbage items (ie- electronics, tires, appliances, etc.) and household hazardous materials may also be taken to the Dickinson County Recycling Center, located on Highway A-34 ½ mile east of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.  For more information contact 338-2549 or visit www.dickinsonrecycling.com

Pets

All pets, especially dogs, must be contained on their property at all times.  When walking animals, they must be on a leash.   All animals must be in a secure location away from electric, gas, and water meters.  This will assure your meters are read properly.

Owners are also required to clean up after their pets and keep them on a leash.  “Dogi Stations” have also been placed around city parks to help you clean up after your pet.  Always remember to be courteous of your neighbors.

Sewer Backups

To prevent sewer backups, people are urged to flush only toilet paper down the toilet.  Garbage, grease, rags, and other solid waste items can cause sewer backups and increased strain on the City’s lift stations and sewer collection system.

Upcoming Major Street Projects

P Ave.- The City Council has begun the process of making preparations for a 4 inch asphalt overlay on P Ave. from 21^st to 28^th St. and additional drain tile in select areas this spring.  The pavement is anticipated to have a 6-8 year life expectancy.  After this time the plan is to put in a regular street with curb and gutter and upsize the storm sewer system in this area.  It is also in the long term plan to make similar improvements to P Ave. from 13^th St. to 21^st St.

L Ave. Sewer line replacement and street reconstruction from 6^th St. to 7^th St. is scheduled for Spring/Summer 2011.

Milford Community Center

Looking for the perfect place for your next party, reception, business meeting, or social gathering?  Consider the Milford Community Center.   The 4,000 square foot space seats up to 350 people. The room has built in dividers that split the room in half.   Each half seats up to 175 people with its own kitchen and accessories.  Contact the City Clerk’s Office for availability and rates.

Florence Park Shelter House

Its never too early to start planning for next summer’s picnic, reception, birthday party or social gathering.  To guard against a rainout, consider the Florence Park Shelter House.  The shelter house is available for rentals May 15-October 15th at a rate of $50 per day.  Contact the City Clerk’s Office for availability.

Office Closings

City Clerk’s Office, Utilities, and Library will be closed the following dates:

December 26^th

January 2^nd

February 20^th (Clerk’s Office and Library only)

Important Phone Numbers

City Clerk’s office…………………… 338-2741

Police Department

338-2741 (non emergency)

Emergency 336-2525 or 9-1-1

Utilities  (water and electric)…. 338-2401

Library…………………………………… 338-4643

Public Works Department........ 330-7976

Public Works on call phone……..330-3081

Utilities on call phone………........330-7989

For more information and updates on Milford news visit www.milford.ia.us. 

Have a safe winter season!