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Neighborhood safety announcements
Theft Notice
There has been a report of a theft of a surfboard in the neighborhood, taken from a resident's garage. It is a white longboard with copper trim. Residents should be mindful of leaving doors and garage doors open and/or unlocked. Theft is on the rise all over the city, and even though our neighborhhod proudly has been one of the safest, crime knows no boundaries nor time of day. Residents seeing any suspicious activity should contact the police immediately at 630-0500 or if deemed an emergency, call 911. |
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Dryer Safety
As many as 16,000 fires start in the laundry room every year when lint from clothes dryers builds up and catches fire. Those fires result in up to 20 deaths per year. Fires can occur when lint builds up in the dryer or in the exhaust duct. Lint can block the flow of air, cause excessive heat build-up, and result in a fire in some dryers.
To help prevent dryer fires: Clean the lint screen/filter before or after drying each load of clothes. If clothing is still damp at the end of a typical drying cycle or drying requires longer times than normal, this may be a sign that the lint screen or the exhaust duct is blocked. Clean the dryer vent and exhaust duct periodically. Check the outside dryer vent while the dryer is operating to make sure exhaust air is escaping. If it is not, the vent or the exhaust duct may be blocked. To remove a blockage in the exhaust path, it may be necessary to disconnect the exhaust duct from the dryer. Remember to reconnect the ducting to the dryer and outside vent before using the dryer again. Clean behind the dryer, where lint can build up. Have a qualified service person clean the interior of the dryer chassis periodically to minimize the amount of lint accumulation. Keep the area around the dryer clean and free of clutter.
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Lost & Found
Lost- Dog (3/3/10)
Black and White Husky/Border Collie Mix 5 Years Old. Her name is Frankie and has blue eyes. She is about 35 lbs. Last seen in Sugar Mill Neighborhood off of Abbotts Bridge RD. Please contact anna_miles60@yahoo.com or 404-275-0844 if you've seen her.
Found- Dog (2/8/10):
Bassett hound/beagle mix- female dog found on 2/8/10. Please contact 318-5889 if this might be your dog.
Found- Dog (2/8/10):
Lost Beagle with red collar found. Please contact 223-8393 if this is your dog.
Other Announcements
Please Don't Pour Oil into Storm Drains or Litter the Community Lakes!
Reminder - Please do not wash trash and especially oil down the curbs. This ends up going down the drains and into the lake. This is definitely not good for the environment. Also please DO NOT THROW BAGS WITH DOG POOP, OR ANY DEBRIS, INTO THE LAKE OR THE DRAINS ALONG THE ROADS.
We have had reports of folks walking their dog, picking up the poop (which is good) but they are throwing it in the lake or down one of the drains (sewers). Please do not do this!
POOL AREA LOST & FOUND
We now have a Lost & Found for our pool and recreation area. If you have lost or found something, please call Gina Schneider at 992-7151.
WHERE TO TAKE HAZARDOUS WASTES
Wondering what to do with Household Hazardous Wastes? Duval County has set up a free drop-off location for common household materials which cannot be put in the curbside trash, including:
Paint, paint thinners and paint strippers
Rechargeable batteries
Photographic chemicals
Antifreeze
Lawn and garden chemicals
Pool chemicals
Aerosol cans
Pesticides
Small propane (LP) tanks
Fire extinguishers |
Thermometers and thermostats
Fertilizer
Acids
Car care chemicals
Drain cleaners
Varnish/shellac
Ammunition
Used Oil
Flares
Car batteries |
The center does not accept Bio-hazardous or medical waste, explosives or tires
Location: 2675 Commonwealth Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32205 Hours of operation: Monday-Saturday 8:30 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
For more information, call 387-8847 or 630-4185 Ext. 237 or visit the following web site:Click Here
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