City of Altoona, Iowa - News and Updates The latest news, updates and press releases from the City of Altoona, Iowa http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp en-us Copyright 2012 City of Altoona, Iowa Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST [Altoona General] Press Release - DART In preparation for DART's 2012 service changes, a series of 9 Public Meetings will be held. The meetings are an opportunity for the public to provide input on the significant service changes planned for Express routes, local routes, shuttles and On Call service in June and November of 2012.

Click attached information  http://www.altoona-iowa.com/filecab/PRESS%20RELEASE%20--%20Public%20Invited%20to%20Review%20Redesigned%20Bus%20Network%20Before%20Routes%20Are%20Finalized.pdf

]]> In preparation for DART's 2012 service changes, a series of 9 Public Meetings will be held. The meetings are an opportunity for the public to provide input on the significant service changes planned for Express routes, local routes, shuttles and On Call service in June and November of 2012.

Click attached information  http://www.altoona-iowa.com/filecab/PRESS%20RELEASE%20--%20Public%20Invited%20to%20Review%20Redesigned%20Bus%20Network%20Before%20Routes%20Are%20Finalized.pdf

]]> http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=232 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=232 [Altoona General] National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

Saturday, April 28, 2012 – 10:00am – 2:00pm

Altoona Fire Department

 

National Take Back Initiative Collection

 

Altoona Fire Department will be hosting the drop off site for persons who want to dispose of unwanted and unused prescription drugs. 

 

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a vital public safety and public health issue.  More than 7 million Americans currently abuse prescription drugs, according to the 2009 substance abuse and mental health services administration's national survey on drug use and health.  Each day, approximately, 2,500 teens use prescriptions drugs to get high for the first time according to the Partnership for a Drug Free America.  Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including the home medicine cabinet. ]]>

Saturday, April 28, 2012 – 10:00am – 2:00pm

Altoona Fire Department

 

National Take Back Initiative Collection

 

Altoona Fire Department will be hosting the drop off site for persons who want to dispose of unwanted and unused prescription drugs. 

 

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a vital public safety and public health issue.  More than 7 million Americans currently abuse prescription drugs, according to the 2009 substance abuse and mental health services administration's national survey on drug use and health.  Each day, approximately, 2,500 teens use prescriptions drugs to get high for the first time according to the Partnership for a Drug Free America.  Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including the home medicine cabinet. ]]> http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=231 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 CST http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=231 [Parks] Spring Creek Sports Complex map Following is a link to a map of the new Spring Creek Sports Complex.

http://www.altoona-iowa.com/filecab/Spring%20Creek%20Map%20Flyer.pdf

]]> Following is a link to a map of the new Spring Creek Sports Complex.

http://www.altoona-iowa.com/filecab/Spring%20Creek%20Map%20Flyer.pdf

]]> http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=230 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=230 [Altoona General] Leave old garbage toter out to be picked up.
Just a reminder - leave your old garbage toter out at the curbside and it will be picked up and removed.  Do not bring it back up to your house.]]>
Just a reminder - leave your old garbage toter out at the curbside and it will be picked up and removed.  Do not bring it back up to your house.]]> http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=229 Wed, 5 Oct 2011 00:00:00 CST http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=229 [Altoona General] SURVEY-The Tomorrow Plan

Over the past few years, the greater Des Moines region has been named to various ‘best of' lists, indicating that the region is doing well and is poised for the future. At the same time, though, the area faces serious challenges with economic competitiveness, social equity, environmental resilience, and a tight fiscal environment. The question, then, is how will the greater Des Moines region respond to these challenges to ensure the long-term health and vitality of the region?

Enter The Tomorrow Plan, a regional planning effort coordinated by the Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and led by a consortium representing a broad swath of area communities and organizations. This group has formed to engage the community in envisioning how the future of the greater Des Moines region might play out over the next forty years; will the region maintain the status quo, or will we create a more sustainable future for our children and grandchildren?

The 20-month planning process to chart the future of the greater Des Moines region began in July 2011 and, when complete, will provide a comprehensive framework for future development. The Tomorrow Plan will address socioeconomic factors as well as the built and natural environments. While the elements of the plan have been outlined, your participation and input are critical in shaping The Tomorrow Plan. After all, this is your tomorrow; join us today at www.thetomorrowplan.com.  

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Over the past few years, the greater Des Moines region has been named to various ‘best of' lists, indicating that the region is doing well and is poised for the future. At the same time, though, the area faces serious challenges with economic competitiveness, social equity, environmental resilience, and a tight fiscal environment. The question, then, is how will the greater Des Moines region respond to these challenges to ensure the long-term health and vitality of the region?

Enter The Tomorrow Plan, a regional planning effort coordinated by the Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and led by a consortium representing a broad swath of area communities and organizations. This group has formed to engage the community in envisioning how the future of the greater Des Moines region might play out over the next forty years; will the region maintain the status quo, or will we create a more sustainable future for our children and grandchildren?

The 20-month planning process to chart the future of the greater Des Moines region began in July 2011 and, when complete, will provide a comprehensive framework for future development. The Tomorrow Plan will address socioeconomic factors as well as the built and natural environments. While the elements of the plan have been outlined, your participation and input are critical in shaping The Tomorrow Plan. After all, this is your tomorrow; join us today at www.thetomorrowplan.com.  

]]> http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=228 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 CST http://www.altoona-iowa.com/newsupdates/default.asp?ID=228