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Mayor's Newsletter - October 2024

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City Services & Operations

Fall Brush & Leaf Collection (2024) Residents are reminded that items must be placed in brown compost bags with no tape and at the curb by 7:00 AM. If bags are missed, leave them out for the next available pickup.

  • Contact: Highway Yard at 814-949-2212.
  • Schedule by Zone:
    • Eldorado Springs / Eldorado (Blue): Brush on Oct 23; Leaves on Oct 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, 27.
    • Mill Run (Yellow): Brush on Oct 22; Leaves on Oct 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, 26.
    • East End (Orange): Brush on Oct 24; Leaves on Oct 31, Nov 7, 14, 21, Dec 2.
    • Juniata Gap / Grandview (Purple): Brush on Oct 21; Leaves on Oct 28, Nov 4, 12, 18, 25.

Community Events & Opportunities

Fort Roberdeau 18th Century Dinner

  • Date: Sunday, October 6th at 2:00 PM.
  • Location: The Casino at Lakemont Park.
  • Details: A fundraising event featuring a colonial Philadelphia dinner to mark the site's 50th anniversary as a National Historic Site.
  • Cost: $100 per person.
  • Contact: 814-946-0048 or edeffenbaugh@blairco. org.

PA Blair County Career Link® Job Fair

  • Date: Wednesday, October 9th.
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Veterans welcome for exclusive entry at 9:30 AM).
  • Location: Jaffa Shrine, 2200 Broad Avenue.
  • Details: Over 100 hiring employers, on-the-spot interviews, and workshops. No cost to attend; no pre-registration required.
  • Info: 814-940-6201 or www. facebook. com/pacareerlinkblaircounty.

National Walk To A Park Day

  • Date: October 10th.
  • Details: Encouraging residents to visit local parks and trails. The City of Altoona notes that 90% of residents live within a 10-minute walk of a park.

Volunteer & Civic Engagement

CONTACT Altoona Fall Volunteer Training

  • Role: Staffing telephones for crisis intervention, information/referral, social calls, and safety checks.
  • Training Dates: Oct 28, 29, 30; Nov 4, 5 (5 PM – 8 PM).
  • Registration: Call 814-946-0531 or visit www. contactaltoona. com/volunteers.

All Together Altoona Open House

  • Date: Tuesday, October 29th from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
  • Location: Margaret Avenue Training Facility, 1747 Margaret Avenue.
  • Purpose: To gather resident input on updating land development and zoning ordinances as part of the City’s Comprehensive Plan.

Library Services

Altoona Area Public Library Tool Lending Program

  • Overview: Residents can borrow tools for home improvement, crafting, and DIY projects.
  • Inventory: Includes basic handtools (hammers, ladders) and specialized equipment (power drills, pressure washers).
  • Terms: Borrowing period is 2–28 days depending on the tool. A liability waiver must be signed.
  • Info: www. altoonalibrary. org or 814-946-0417.

Official Proclamations

National Walk To A Park Day Mayor Matthew Pacifico has officially declared October 10, 2024, as "National Walk To A Park Day" in the City of Altoona. This proclamation endorses the goals of the 10-Minute Walk Program® and encourages residents to utilize the city's parks and trails.

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