Dear All,

I wanted to take time to let everyone know that starting next week (Monday, November 8th) and running through Friday, December 3rd, Indianapolis’ Department of Public Works (DPW) will be having their annual Leaf Pick Up.  During this time on your normal trash day you may put up to 40 bags of leaves a week out.  Have the leaves out by 7 a.m. and set away from your 96 gallon trash containers.  They ask that you use plastic bags, not paper because paper can get wet and break apart.

DPW would like to remind everyone to keep storm drains clear of leaves and other debris.  Also, DPW asks that you not to rake leaves into the street or ditches where they can cause other damage.

Next I would like to remind everyone that Daylight Savings Time ends Sunday at 2 a.m.  It will be time to “Fall Back”.  Before going to bed Saturday night set your clocks back 1 hour.  When setting your clocks back, take time to check your smoke detectors and make sure that they are working properly.

Remember, it will be getting dark an hour earlier starting next week and we will be losing light each evening as well.  Please watch for children playing outside, people walking their dogs, joggers, runners, walkers, bike riders, and especially children and adults at bus stops.  If you are going to be out doing any activities toward dusk, dawn, or when it is dark, make sure you have on light colored clothing, reflective clothing, lights, etc. so that you can be seen.  Make sure children are dressed accordingly as well.

Lastly – November 11th is Veterans Day.  I would like to take this opportunity to give a heartfelt “Thanks” to all the Veterans.  We all appreciate your service to our Country and the support that your families gave you.  I hope that everyone will remember our Veterans, especially on their special day.  Please take time to thank a Veteran whenever you see one while you are out and about.

Sincerely,

Janice McHenry

TIME TO “FALL BACK”

Just want to remind everyone that Daylight Savings Time ends Sunday at 2 a.m.