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Home My WebLink AboutUBI 2012 JULYCITY OF COLLEGE STATION AARP Driver Safety Course On Wednesday, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., licensed drivers (ages 50 and older) can participate in the AARP Driver Safety Course at the Southwood Community Center. The cost is $14 or $12 for AARP members. To register, call 979-764-6371 or e-mail mrodgers@cstx.gov. CSFD Ice Cream Social On Wednesday, Aug. 29 at 1 p.m. older adults can enjoy free ice cream and learn about fire safety tips for your home from the College Station Fire Department at the Southwood Community Center. Water Fitness These classes provide an enjoyable and effective exercise to increase cardiopulmonary capacity, strength and flexibility. Ages 12 and older, physically fit, pre-natal, post-natal, post-operative, those with arthritis, those with muscle Inside College Station * * * * * * * City of College Station * Home of Texas A&M University® * College Station, Texas * * * * * * * The City of College Station Parks and Recreation Department recognizes the need for quality programs and is committed to activities that meet the recreational, social, educational and physical needs of its adults ages 55 and older. “Our senior participation in programs continues to grow as College Station becomes home to more retirees,” Senior Services Coordinator Marci Rodgers said. The City of College Station’s Southwood Community Center and Lincoln Recreation Center both offer older adults a place to socialize and to engage in activities designed specifically for them. Regularly scheduled programs at the Southwood Community Center include: line dancing, sit & fit chair exercises, presentations on current health topics, dominoes, bridge, genealogy, computer classes, bingo and much more. Older adults can also enjoy crafts, games, Bible study, nutrition education, day trips, hot meals, movies and more at the Lincoln Recreation Center. July 2012 injuries or sedentary individuals are invited to join. Classes are held on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 9 to 10 a.m. at Southwood- Hallaran pool. The cost is $60 for 25 sessions. Register online at rectrac.cstx.gov or visit Stephen C. Beachy Central Park Office located at 1000 Krenek Tap Road. Computer Club for Seniors This club meets the first Wednesday of each month from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Carter Creek Training Room, located at 2200 North Forest Parkway in College Station. Club topics include graphic and web design, search engine navigation and new technologies. It’s open to older adults with no registration required. Senior Advisory Committee This committee is made up of College Station residents (ages 55 and older) and meets on the last Monday of each month at 10 a.m. in the Southwood Community Center. Visitors are welcome. For more information on programs, events or classes for older adults, visit cstx.gov/seniors or call Marci Rodgers at 979.764.6371. QUICK LINKS >>> Southwood Community Center 1520 Rock Prairie Road Mon.– Fri., 9 a.m.– 3 p.m. cstx.gov/southwood Lincoln Recreation Center 1000 Eleanor Street Mon.– Fri., 8:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. cstx.gov/lincolncenter 4 “Our senior participation in programs continues to grow as College Station becomes home to more retirees.” Marci Rodgers Senior Services Coordinator Boomers & Beyond Programs for Older Adults Alarm Program A City Ordinance Friendly Reminder If you are an alarm system or device user, you should have an emergency response card on file with the College Station Police Department (CSPD). The response card needs to contain the names and current telephone numbers of at least three individuals who can enter the premises to silence the alarm. The individuals who you name on your card must have a key to the premises, the code to the alarm and be able to respond within 30 minutes. If the alarm goes off, two CSPD officers will respond to your address, check building perimeters and make entry if necessary. It is important for you or your emergency response contact to respond quickly, so that the inside of the property can be searched. A false alarm is any alarm that generates law enforcement response to the site when no criminal activity exists. Alarm users are allowed three false alarms in a preceding 12 month period without penalty. After this, a user will be assessed a fine based on the following schedule: False alarms Fine per alarm 1-3 $0 4-5 $50 each 6-7 $75 each 8+ $100 each Failure to take the necessary corrective action to prevent false alarm reoccurrences and/or nonpayment of any false alarm penalties may result in a written notice ordering a disconnect of such alarm system, until such corrective action or payment of fee is made. You can now pay fines online at cstx.gov/alarm. For more information, call CSPD’s non- emergency line at 979.764.3600. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CITY OF COLLEGE STATION What’s Your Water IQ? Know your water Do you know where College Station’s water comes from? If you answered groundwater, you’re correct! Most Texans don’t know where their water comes from, but knowing that is the first step towards learning how to conserve your water. Get to Know Your Water Bill Be sure to look for the MGW on your water bill, as well as the total dollar amount. Each MGW represents 1,000 gallons of water. For example, 25 MGW means 25,000 gallons of water. If the MGW numbers increase, you may have a leak or you may be watering much more than you think. Don’t Over Water In the summer, one inch of water per week – from rain or an irrigation system – will keep most Texas grasses healthy. But, how much water is an inch? To determine how long you should run your sprinklers, place straight-edged cans at different distances away from the sprinkler and run it for 15 minutes. Measure the amount of water collected in each can, multiply that number by four, and that is your sprinkler’s application rate in inches per hour. Avoid Water Runoff Watering in heavy clay soils is tough to do without runoff! Observe your sprinkler system, and water as long as possible, shutting off the sprinklers at the point of runoff. Let the water soak in, and keep doing this “cycle & soak” until one inch of water has been applied. Try to do this no more than one or two days per week. To learn more about water conservation, visit cstx.gov/water or call 979.764.6223. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside College Station July 2012 {PAGE 2} events coming in August Aug. 9 | City Council Meetings 6 p.m. Workshop | 7 p.m. Regular cstx.gov/calendar Aug. 23 | City Council Meetings 6 p.m. Workshop | 7 p.m. Regular cstx.gov/calendar AQUATIC EVENTS cstx.gov/pools Aug. 2 & 9 | Family Swim Night Adamson, 7:30-9:30 p.m. ATHLETIC EVENTS cstx.gov/sports Aug. 6-17 | Slowpitch Softball $390 per team. Ages 16+. Play begins Sept. 4. Aug. 13-24 | Youth Flag Football 8 games, plus practices. Play begins, Sept. 10 Aug. 27-Sept. 7 | Adult Kickball $395 per team. Ages 16+. Play begins Sept. 19. Aug. 27- Sept. 7 | Girls Volleyball 8 games, round-robin. Play beings Sept. 24. Summer Sell-A-Bration Saturday, Aug. 18 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You’re invited to the Summer Sell-A-Bration event sponsored by City of College Station Parks and Recreation. Participants can shop a variety of products from multiple vendors. The show will be held on Saturday, Aug. 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. inside the College Station Conference Center located at 1300 George Bush Drive. Free admission and parking for all guests! To purchase booth space or to learn more about this public event, visit cstx.gov/ conferencecenter or call 979.764.3720. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .