April 18, 2013 It's hard to believe in just months, we'll strolling through the beautiful Rose Garden in the City of Duluth near Lake Superior, without a jacket on, because as I write this blog, we are under a Winter Storm Warning, but it's true. Of course, to reap the benefits of the garden's beauty, the hard work has to start now and you're help is needed.
April 15, 2013 Meet Bauer, my German Short Haired Schnauzer another "love of my life", when he's not chewing my rugs or eating his poop. He's lucky I have an extreme love for all animals, especially dogs! The City of Duluth would like to put together a Dog Park Task Force and your input would be greatly appreciated. Here's the details and a info from a blog I wrote in 2011 of different dog friendly locations.
March 5, 2013 Park Point residence were informed that their water would be shut off for a period of time this Thursday, however, that has changed.
March 4, 2013 After getting a new puppy, the question came up, do you need to register your pet with the City of Duluth? After research, I found you do, and for bees and chickens, if you plan to keep them too! Plus, if you want a dance hall or plan on running a coin operated device. There's a license for just about everything you want to do or own and some of them left me scratching my head!
February 27, 2013
Heads up! The City of Duluth will begin snow removal today in West Duluth. Check out the schedule so you're aware of where they will be and can choose a alternate route.
February 12, 2013 If you've been itching to get out and do some cross country skiing, the snow Gods have answered your prayers. The Sunday snow storm has dropped enough snow for the sport and the City of Duluth has been diligent in grooming the trails to perfection. Grab your gear and ENJOY the great outdoors at it's finest!
February 11, 2013 The City of Duluth needs public input on a variety of different issues that affect you, depending on where you live and where your interests lie. They realize your time is precious, but your suggestions and questions are crucial to the direction they go with many decisions. You have a voice, attend the meeting(s) to be heard.
February 5, 2013
If you are an avid mountain biker, now is the time to speak up and be heard. The City of Duluth is accepting public comments for a 30-day public review period from this Wednesday through March 7, 2013, on an environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) that was prepared for the Duluth Traverse Mountain Bike Trail System.
January 23, 2013 A water main broke in the Piedmont area Monday night causing many residents to go without water. The areas affected are Adirondack Street, Allegheny Street, Appalachian Avenue, Catskill Street, Gearhart Street, Hillcrest Drive, Hutchinson Road, lower Ozark Street, PiedmontAvenue, Selkirk Avenue, Springvale Road, and Tyrol Street.
December 13, 2012 It gets my attention every time I hear them on the first Wednesday of the month. The air raid sirens. However, we won't be hearing them in January and possibly the month of February. Here's why.
December 7, 2012
Some areas of the Northland have already received significant snowfall. Meteorologists are saying that this weekend we could see 3-6 inches locally, more on the South Shore. Want to know when your street will get plowed? Should you use salt or sand on your sidewalks? Ever wonder what the regulation were for shoveling snow? The City of Duluth takes on your frequently asked questions and I guarantee you'll learn more than you expected.
November 17, 2012
Picture this scenario. You have jumped in the shower before work, lathered your hair and are about to rinse when, suddenly, the water pressure is GONE! If this should happen to you, be reminded that the toilet tank holds clean water for rinsing, however, C O L D water. If you live in Lincoln Park,avoid this discomfort by taking your shower before 9a on Monday. The City is warning that certain areas of Lincoln Park may experience low water pressure, here's why and how long you'll have to wait for the pressure to return to normal.
