August 21 , 2008
WATER PLANT UPGRADES
The City of Midland Water Purification Plant, 5006 N. Midland Drive, is undergoing major modifications. These upgrades will allow the City to increase the quantity of water that can be delivered to residents. On Friday, August 22, 2008, the contractor will be on site pouring concrete for the floor of a new tank. The work will be done at approximately 4:00 a.m. to beat the heat.
Residents of the surrounding area of north Midland may hear loud noises during the process. The City is thankful for the patience of its residents.
One of the new additions will be a three million gallon tank that will store treated water enabling the City to deliver more water as demand increases in town. This Friday’s work will include pouring over 500 cubic yards of concrete.
OPEN HOUSE
The Midland Fire Department would like to extend an invitation to the community to join them on Saturday, August 23, 2008, from noon until 5:00 p.m. at the Central Fire Station, 1500 West Wall. This is not just an open house but also an annual community event that is open free to the public. It is educational and fun! They will demonstrate the skills involved in living up to the motto, "Proud Professionals Protecting the Community."
Activities will include: Free food and drinks. Prizes will be given away. Safety information distributed and demonstrated. Rescue and EMS (ambulance equipment demonstrated).
Special Equipment Demonstrations: Jaws of Life Demonstration, Snorkel and Aerial Trucks, Rope Rescue, Pluggie, Rescue Airbags, Rescue Cam Demo’s, and the Fire Safety House.
Special Features:
Blockbuster Video will sponsor Project Kid Print again this year. At no cost to you, they will make a DVD I.D. of your child. You provide the child, and Blockbuster Video will provide the DVD. Those who already have a DVD can bring it to update.
Public Safety Communications will demonstrate equipment presently used in Fire and EMS communications, as well as provide 911 information and brochures. Midland's 911 District will be represented. The National Weather Service will also have a booth. The Midland RockHounds will also have their mascots attending.
Tours of the station, all equipment, and the fire museum will be available. Everyone is encouraged to attend in support of our local firefighters.
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