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Centerville Communicator ~Striving to Keep Residents Informed~ YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS Winter, 2011 October, November, December Tom Wilharber—Mayor—(651) 429-2140..............................twilharber@centervillemn.com Ben Fehrenbacher—(651) 784-6102.........................................bfehrenbacher@centervillemn.com Steven King—(651) 426-2973.....................................................sking@centervillemn.com D. Love —(651) 784-6102...........................................................dlove@centervillemn.com Jeff Paar—(651) 426-7892............................................................jpaar@centervillemn.com CITY OF CENTERVILLE CITY HALL HOURS 1880 MAIN STREET –– City Hall hours are MondayFriday, 7:30 a.m.4:00 p.m. If you are unable CENTERVILLE, MN 55038 to meet these hours, please contact us and we will do our best to accom- PHONE: 651-429-3232, FAX: 651-429-8629 modate your schedule. WWW.CENTERVILLEMN.COM WINTER IS UPON US... City Code requires property owners to clear sidewalk(s) abutting/adjacent to your property within 24 hours of a snowfall, ice deposit or debris. Many individuals are out and about walking throughout the community on a daily basis and children walking to the bus stop. Do not deposit snow from your driveway or sidewalk into the road. It is against the law. Please keep garbage and recycling containers at the end of your driveway and out of the street so the snowplows can get through without obstacles in their way. If there is any damage to the road right-of-way, in the spring, the City will provide sod or seed to the property owner. The City will not replace irrigation system components or other items that are in the road right-of-way. Centennial Fire Department and Centerville’s Public Works Department would like to remind you to keep fire hydrant accessible. If a fire hydrant is buried in the snow, firefighters can lose valuable time trying to locate it when they first arrive at a fire. POLICE/FIRE INFORMATION WINTER SURVIVAL IN YOUR CAR LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTERS Everyone should be cautious about traveling in extreme winter The Centennial Fire District is looking for women and men to weather. Cold, snow and ice are demanding on cars, drivers and become part of their team. From fires, weather related emer- passengers. Cold affects metal, rubber and other materials in your gencies, medicals, hazardous material incidents, water res- car. It can reduce the effectiveness of your vehicle’s battery by at least 50 per- cues, and more. The Fire Department is prepared to respond anytime cent. It can freeze tires and keep them flat on the bottom for at least the first half- on any day. If you have a strong community service interest, desire to mile of travel. It can thicken your car’s lubricants, making the engine work too be part of a team for many years, are positive and enjoy working with others as a hard. Most importantly, extreme winter weather can threaten your life. Follow team—we need you. All training is provided and we equip you with all necessary these tips to stay safe as you drive in Minnesota. safety equipment. Plan Before You Travel All candidates will have to complete an application form in order to be considered for Simple planning can save you trouble and even save your life. the position, and will be subjected to a criminal background review prior to appoint- ment. You must be at least 18 years old to apply. Applications can be picked up at Prepare Your Vehicle Fire Station 2, 7741 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes or visit their web site at Be sure your vehicle is in good winter driving condition. Take along the emer- www.centennialfire.org. gency equipment referred to and keep it accessible. Keep your gas tank at least one-half full. WAYS TO MINIMIZE FIRE RISKS 1. Cooking: Stand by your pan! The leading cause of kitchen fires is overheating Be Aware of the Weather due to someone leaving the area and forgetting the stove was on. Listen to forecasts, road reports and storm warnings. Dress appropriately. Pack 2. Heating: Keep a clear space of at least 3 feet in all directions around heating extra scarves and mittens. Allow extra time for trips in severe weather. appliances, including your furnace. Make Yourself Easy to Find 3. Inspect your chimney flues to assure heat has not damaged the interior of the Tell someone where you are going and the route you will take. Report your safe flue which would allow super heated air to come in contact with common com- arrival. If you stall or get stuck, tie a colored banner (from your winter survival kit) bustibles. to your antenna or hang it out a window. At night, remove the cover from your 4. DO NOT place your ashes or coal inside your structure. dome light and turn the light on. Road crews or rescue units can see a small glow 5. Electrical: Do not overload receptacles or extension cords. at a considerable distance. To reduce battery drain, use emergency flashers only 6. Candles: Choose candles that have a wide base. If you tip the candle to a 45 if you hear approaching vehicles. Keep one person on watch; don’t let everyone degree angle it should fall back on its base. If not, do not use it. Make sure rest at the same time. the candle is inside a noncombustible base and there are no combustibles around it. And finally, if you light the candle, you put it out. Stay in Your Vehicle Walking in a storm can be very dangerous. You might lose your way or become Studies show that you have approximately 2 minutes to get out of your home if exhausted, collapse and risk your life. Your vehicle is a good shelter. there is a fire. That’s not a long time. Because many of the products within our home are made with petroleum products (plastics), fire generates much more rap- Avoid Overexertion idly and the size of the fire doubles every 30-45 seconds. Shoveling snow or repositioning your car by pushing it takes a lot of effort in storm conditions. You could risk heart attack or injury. Take it easy! Young children and seniors are most at risk, so a plan has to be put into place to assure that exits are clear, a meeting area is identified, and everyone is accounted Keep Cool — Two Ways for. If you suffer a fire, GET OUT and STAY OUT! 1. Calm down and think. The storm will end and you will be found. 2. Don’t work enough to get hot and sweaty. Wet clothing loses insulation value, If you have questions, please contact the Centennial Fire District at 651-792-7900. making you susceptible to hypothermia. (Cont’d on Page 2) CERTIFIED FIRE & MEDICAL COURSES The Centennial Fire District offers courses for professional certification. Students will receive the State and/or National certificate upon completion. For more information, contact the EMS Program Director by phone (651) 792-7906 or email at: Brad.Racutt@centennialfire.org.