# Mayor's Newsletter - October 2025

- Summary: City Services & Operations Fall Brush & Leaf Collection (2025) The City of Altoona will conduct brush and leaf collection from October 20th through December 1st . Residents must adhere to the…
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City Services & Operations Fall Brush & Leaf Collection (2025) The City of Altoona will conduct brush and leaf collection from October 20th through December 1st . Residents must adhere to the following guidelines: Bagging: Items must be placed in brown compost bags with no tape. Placement: Bags must be at the curb by 7:00 AM on collection days. Schedule: Collection is divided into zones based on the day of the week: Wednesday (Blue Zone): Brush on Oct 22; Leaves on Oct 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, 26. Thursday (Orange Zone): Brush on Oct 23; Leaves on Oct 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, Dec 1. Tuesday (Yellow Zone): Brush on Oct 21; Leaves on Oct 28, Nov 4, 11, 18, 25. Monday (Purple Zone): Brush on Oct 20; Leaves on Oct 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24. Questions: Call the Highway Yard at 814-949-2212. Community Events & Opportunities CNA Open House The Training and Education Fund of PA is hosting an open house for individuals interested in becoming Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA). Date: Thursday, October 9th. Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Location: Curry Innovation Center, 1425 11th Avenue, Altoona. Details: Hosted by St. Francis University. The event covers training, certification, and resources available through the fund. PA Blair County Career Link® Job Fair Date: Wednesday, October 15th. Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Veterans welcome for exclusive entry at 9:30 AM). Location: Jaffa Shrine, 2200 Broad Avenue. Details: Over 80 hiring employers will be present with opportunities for on-the-spot interviews. No cost to attend and no pre-registration required. National Walk To A Park Day Date: October 10th. Details: Celebrate the city's parks and green spaces. Mayor Matt Pacifico highlighted that 90% of Altoona residents now live within a 10-minute walk of a park. Public Safety Fire Prevention Week (Oct 5–11, 2025) Theme: "Charge into Fire Safety – Lithium Batteries in Your Home. " Key Messages: Buy only tested products. Charge devices safely (use hard surfaces, do not overcharge). Dispose of/recycle batteries properly. Halloween Safety 2025 Trick or Treat Time: Thursday, October 30th, from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Safety Tips for Kids: Use face paint instead of masks, carry glow sticks/flashlights, decorate costumes with reflective tape, and cross streets at corners. Safety Tips for Drivers: Slow down in residential areas, look for kids at intersections/curbs, and turn headlights on earlier. City Government Spotlight The Office of the City Manager This month's "Learn About Your City" feature explains the Council-Manager government system adopted in 2015. The Mayor: An elected official who handles constituent issues, represents the city at conferences, shapes policy with City Council, and promotes economic development. The Mayor does not oversee daily operations of city departments. The City Manager: An appointed position that reports directly to City Council. They provide professional leadership, supervise all city departments and staff, manage budgets, and implement policies. Next Month: The Department of Codes and Inspections will be featured.