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A Message from Mayor Stimpson - November 23

Nov 23rd, 2020

Posted in: MayorCOVID-19

Good evening,

It is 7:30 p.m. on Monday Nov. 23, and I am writing to give you an update from the City of Mobile.

Today, the Mobile County Health Department reports 19,408 COVID-19 cases, which is an increase of 47 cases. To review the most recent detailed reports from MCHD, click here.

 

While contractors are continuing to pick up the remaining debris from hurricanes Sally and Zeta, our public works employees will be transitioning back to a regular trash collection schedule as early as next week. You can find more information about our regular trash and garbage schedules on the City of Mobile's website by clicking here.

To help residents get back into their old routines, we will not be issuing any tickets for non-compliance with our trash and garbage ordinances during the first two-week period. However, we will be issuing written warnings, and I would encourage everyone to review some of the trash collection rules below:

    • Piles are to be placed by the road no more than 48 hours in advance 
    • Pile size is 3 feet x 3 feet x 6 feet (One pile per lot)
    • All loose debris must be bagged
    • Do not block sidewalks, water meters, utility poles, fire hydrants or mailboxes
    • Do not rake leaves into the gutter or place on adjacent medians
    • Oversize piles will be priced and scheduled for collection when payment is received
    • No tires, electronics collected by scheduling through 311
    • No hazardous materials
    • Will not collect from businesses, religious institutions or obvious commercial operations

Although Thanksgiving will be different this year due to COVID-19, I am sure that many families will still celebrate this long-standing, traditional holiday.

This morning, I read something in a devotional by John Maxwell I felt was worth sharing. "To build a strong family, you have to make your home a supportive environment. You would do well to remember: 'In every person from the cradle to the grave, there is a deep craving to be appreciated.' Feeling appreciated brings out the best in people. When that appreciation comes in the home and is coupled with acceptance, love and encouragement, the bonds between family members grow, and the home becomes a safe haven for everyone."

The truth of the matter is not everyone is thankful during Thanksgiving. Whether you're celebrating in person or from a distance, ask yourself if there is something you can do to make a family member feel more appreciated and loved. The support and love we get from -  and give to - our families is something we should all be thankful for every day, but especially during this time of year.

Sleep tight,

Mayor Sandy Stimpson

Clarification: In my November 10 newsletter I thanked the Mobile City Council for approving a $1.5 million extension of Nevius Road through a partnership with Mobile County. Councilwoman Bess Rich has asked to clarify that she voted against the agreement with one other city councilman. Never the less, five city councilors voted to affirm the project.