Maitland City Talk

Millage rate to be set on Sept. 28

The City Council set the tentative millage rate for Fiscal Year 2016 to 4.15. The second public hearing and the second reading for the Fiscal Year 2016 budget, millage rate, and the Fiscal Year 2016-2020 Capital Improvements Plan will take place on Sept. 28.

Parkside Chats Series launches Oct. 7

The city invites residents to join Mayor McDonald for the inaugural Parkside Chat on Oct. 7. The Parkside Chats series will foster dialogue between residents and a member of the City Council in a small group setting. Each session will be held at the Maitland Community Park on the first Wednesday of most months from 8 to 9 a.m. Light refreshments will be provided.

Take a parks survey

The Parks and Recreation Master Plan is currently being updated. Please be sure to visit Maitlandsurvey.org/open to share your thoughts on the types of parks, recreational amenities, programs, and events you would like to see in your community. It should only take a few moments of your time. Thank you in advance for your participation.

Lift Station No. 4 Diversion Project breaks ground this week

Construction for the Lift Station No. 4 Diversion Project begins this week. Be sure to check http://bit.ly/StationNo4 often for updates.

Coyotes Forum scheduled

Every state in the union, with the exception of Hawaii, has a coyote presence. Florida is no exception. Unfortunately, there have been a few sightings in the Maitland area. Here are a few tips from the FWC-UF/IFAS publication, “A Guide to Living with Urban Coyotes”:

• Keep your dogs on a short leash and keep cats indoors.

• Secure trash and don’t place food outdoors that will attract wild animals.

• Close off crawl spaces under porches and sheds.

A soft copy is available on itsmymaitland.com and hard copies are available on the brochure rack in the lobby of City Hall. Contact Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at 863-648-3200 for more information or to report a coyote problem. Direct link: http://bit.ly/FWCpubUrbanCoyotes

Additionally, the city of Maitland and the FWC will host a coyote forum on Monday, Oct. 5. Two representatives from the FWC will share their knowledge on coyotes and answer questions. Light refreshments will be served. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will be held at the City Council Chambers at 1776 Independence Lane.

Screen on the Green returns

The anticipation of cooler weather means the return of Screen on the Green. Mark your calendars for Saturday, Oct. 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Maitland Middle School Soccer Field at 1901 Choctaw Trail. The October movie is “Paddington.” Bring your chairs and blankets and we will bring you the stars!

Be a lifesaver: Get CPR and AED training

Learn new skills, Maitland. The Maitland Fire Rescue Department will offer a free class on CPR, AED training, and choking emergencies on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the City Council Chambers. To register, call 407-539-6226 or email [email protected].