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<br />ELECTRICAL VAMPIRES
<br />Here are a dozen energy vampires and what they can steal over a year
<br />Cell phone charger-Phone on, charged = $2.24; Charger not connected to
<br />phone = $.14
<br />Desktop computer display (CRT), on = $65.10; Sleep = $21.13; Off = $2.84
<br />Desktop computer, on and idle = $73.97; Sleep = $21.13; Off = $2.84
<br />Computer printer, on and idle = $10.40
<br />Laptop (notebook) computer, on = $29.48; Sleep = $15.77; Off = $8.90
<br />Cordless phone & answering machine, Ready = $4.00; Off = $2.92
<br />Cordless power tool-Ready, charged = $8.34
<br />Digital cable set-up box-On, TU off = $24.65; Off by remote = $17.83; Off by
<br />switch = $17.50
<br />Satellite set-up box-On, TU off = $15.95; Off by remote = $15.66; Off by
<br />switch = $15.47
<br />DUD player-On, not playing = $7.54; Off = $1.55
<br />Game console-Active = $26.98; Ready = $23.34; Off = $1.01
<br />CD Player-On, not playing = $8.62; Off = $5.04
<br />Sources: U.S. Department of Energy; Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratories; National Resources Defense Council
<br />PURCHASE LOCALLY
<br />With everyone feeling the economic pinch, save those gas dollars, help reduce
<br />emissions and put those dollars that you would spend elsewhere into purchas-
<br />ingservices orproducts from Centerville businesses.
<br />ARE YOU GETTING RID OF THAT OLD CELL PHONE?
<br />The best bets for getting rid of a cell phone may be handing it over to a cycling group,
<br />donating it or reselling it.
<br />Cell phones are made from precious metals, copper and plastics. Recovering these
<br />materials through recycling or by passing it onto another person can help reduce
<br />processing of materials for new cell phones and contribute to natural resource con-
<br />servation.
<br />Recycle-Cell phone manufacturers, service providers and nonprofit groups often
<br />have program to refurbish mobile devices or recycle their components. The EPA
<br />provides information about recycling programs at its website www.epa.govlepawastel
<br />index.htm. In addition, the U.S. Postal Service offers a free "Mail Back" pilot program,
<br />which allows customers to recycle small electronics, such as PDAs, cell phones,
<br />digital cameras and music players, without paying for postage www.usps.coml.. rq eenl
<br />eco.htm.
<br />Donate-Consider giving the cell phone to an organization that collects used mobile
<br />devices for charitable purposes. Chairty Guide offers a list of donation groups
<br />through its website at www.charityguide.orq.
<br />Resell-Some individuals and organizations will buy your old mobile devices, though
<br />it's tough to get much cash for an old phone.
<br />Pass the phone- www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
<br />www.wirelessrecyclinq com
<br />www.collective., ooh
<br />www.Eco-cell.org
<br />Otherwise, go to www.rbrc.or or call 1-877-2RECYCLE for a list of dropoff sites: For
<br />example, come Office Depot, Radio Shack and Target stores accept them.
<br />Sources: www.thedailygreen.comand www.rethinkrecycling.com
<br />REMINDERS
<br />RECREATIONAL FIRES
<br />Recreation fires must be contained in a fire pit or a portable fireplace and may
<br />not exceed 3x3x3. You may only burn clean, firewood and please remember to
<br />keep your fire pit at least five (5) feet from the side lot line and ten
<br />(10) feet from the rear lot line.
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<br />Please be mindful of your neighbors regarding noise from your
<br />gathering and the smoke from the fire.
<br />Please check with City Hall or the DNR website: (http:llwww.dnrstate.mn.usl
<br />forestrylfirelindex.html) Codetermine ifthere is aburning ban effect.
<br />GARAGE SALE SIGNSIFOR SALE SIGNS
<br />Signs are a great way to get the word out; however, signs must follow City
<br />Code, Chapter 152. The City's Code is available on our website at
<br />www.centervillemn.com orcontact City Hall.
<br />GET THOSE KIDS OUTSIDE
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<br />PUBLIC MEETINGS
<br />Planning & Zoning Commission
<br />6:30 p.m.-August 4, 2009 & September 1, 2009
<br />Parks & Recreation Committee
<br />6:30 p.m.-August 5, 2009 & September 2, 2009
<br />City Council
<br />6:30 p.m. -August 12 & 26, 2009 & September 9 & 23, 2009
<br />The Police Department and Public Works routinely
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<br />~~ FETE DES LACS FIREWORKS
<br />The fireworks will be held at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park on
<br />~ August 7, 2009 commencing at dusk or 10:00 p.m.
<br />FETE DES LACS PARADE
<br />Parade starts at 11;00 a.m. along Main Street. Bring lawn chairs ~4A,~~
<br />and bags for collecting candy for the little ones. ,~ ~ ~ ,,
<br />REMINDER; If you are not the owner of the property that you are
<br />sitting near or on, pretend as though you are and make sure the
<br />area is the same way as it was when you arrived.
<br />All meetings are held in Council Chambers located at City Hall, 1880 Main Street,
<br />Centerville, MN 55038. Any one of these groups may schedule public hearings, work
<br />sessions, or arrange alternative meeting locations. These must be posted and are
<br />posted both on the City web site and in the City's vestibule. If you have any ques-
<br />tions,please contact City Hall.
<br />NEW FINANCE DIRECTOR ON BOARD
<br />On Monday, July 6, 2009, Mr. Michael Jeziorski started his employment with us. Mr.
<br />Jeziorski was previously employed with the City of Fridley for three years. We look
<br />forward to his expertise that he brings up. If you happen to see Mike in the commu-
<br />nityintroduce yourself or maybe he has already stopped by your business, introduce
<br />himself. If you desire to meet Mike at City Hall, please call ahead and schedule an
<br />appointmentwith him.
<br />COUNCIL WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL STAFF
<br />Council understands that City Staff works as a team and during the vacancy of the
<br />Finance Director's position, all have worked hard to fill in the gaps, particularly the City
<br />Administratorand the Account Clerk
<br />THANK YOU!
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