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Thursday, September 2, 2010

*Commercial businesses: call DPS (837-6900) for refuse collection information.

This Season - In the City

Summertime... the Livin' is Easy

Leisure Time in Midland Download this comprehensive newsletter on summer recreation opportunities.

Picnicking in Midland  Rent picnic shelters at multiple parks in the city.

Golf at Currie  Book a tee time online, find rates, course ratings and slope info, plus specials and Golf Shop merchandise.

Recreation in Midland Bookmark our recreation page for info on Midland's 72 parks, walking / biking trails, a skatepark, + much more offered by Midland Parks & Recreation.

A Pitch about Softball Midland Softball Association info - league schedules, team info, game results, and more.

Clean It Up

Landfill  Midland County residents can dispose of up to 3 cu. yds of household / yard waste per month at Midland's Landfill. Check out the landfill's residential drop-off site.

Cleaning Up The Yard  The City's yard waste collection service, and how to order a City yard waste bin.

REMINDER: Keep weeds and grass trim. Click here for rules on weed/grass height in Midland.

Household Hazardous Waste  Dates for item collection.

Borrow-A-Container  Reserve a 4' x 6' x 4' refuse container for free.

Find It Fast

There are several ways to find info on the City's site:

* A to Z Directory of Services
* Search Feature
* Department Home Pages



Click on icons below for City news, videos, and e-banter!






City Recognitions/Awards

A Great Place for Kids

Greater Midland is one of the 100 best communities for kids in America. Click here to learn more.

City of Midland Awards

Check out the many awards given to various City departments.

Learn how City employees and departments go Above and Beyond to serve the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Aug. 23, 2010: The City received recognition for helping to bring Midland national attention as a community with impressive economic growth potential.


YouTube Videos

City Goes Above & Beyond Learn how City staff and departments go the extra mile to serve the community.

Meet Council Members Find out who your Midland City Council members is, and how you can get in touch with them.

Back-to-School Safety Tips to keep kids safe when traveling to/entering school zones.

Dump Your Drugs Program Find out how to dispose of unused and outdated prescription drugs.

City News You Can Use

Calendar Photo Contest  Submit your favorite amateur snapshots of Midland's people, places, and events, through the City's annual contest.

City's Labor Day Hours  Hours of operation for City facilities over Labor Day weekend.

End-of-Summer Pool News  Hours of operation at Plymouth Pool.

City Commission Seeking Applicants  Interested in historic preservation? Apply for the West Main Street Historic District Commission.

City Auction  Click here for a list of City vehicles and equipment up for auction on Sept. 18.

Bloom Where You're Planted  Volunteer through Parks & Recreation to keep Midland flowers beautiful.

Bike Paths Grand Opening  Check out new bike paths in and around downtown Midland at a September 11 event.

Construction  Find a map and details on 2010 City construction projects.

Click here for more on an Ashman Street project.

Click here for news on an MDOT project on M-20.

Adult Hockey Register for the fall season of adult hockey at the Midland Civic Arena.

Currie Golf Activities  From golf packages to specials, there's a lot to do this summer at Currie Golf Course!

Final Golf Report (7-23-10): Click here for a complete review of Currie Golf Course's operations by an independent consultant.

Texting While Driving Ban  As of July 1, texting while driving is illegal in Michigan. Click here for details.

City Meetings Schedule

Monday, August 30

No meetings scheduled

Tuesday, August 31

No meetings scheduled

Wednesday, September 01

No meetings scheduled

Thursday, September 02

City Council
6:00 PM

Friday, September 03

No meetings scheduled

Community Achievements

Best Tennis Town

Way to go, Midland, for being named the #1 Tennis Town in America!

Up-To-Date Weather

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