Council Meeting 11/01/11
The City of Bethany encourages participation from all its citizens. If participation at any public meeting is not possible due to a disability, notification to the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting is encouraged to make the necessary accommodations. The City may waive the 48 hour rule if signing is not the necessary accommodation.
Daylight Savings Time
Daylight Savings Time ends Nov. 6. Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour at 12 a.m. Also, remember this is a good time to change the batteries in your smoke detectors.
Council Meeting 10/18/11
The City of Bethany encourages participation from all its citizens. If participation at any public meeting is not possible due to a disability, notification to the City Clerk at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting is encouraged to make the necessary accommodations. The City may waive the 48 hour rule if signing is not the necessary accommodation.
October is Fire Prevention Month
Fire Prevention Month falls just after Summer Scorcher.
There are many ways to be safe and mindful of fire prevention.
Here is a handy checklist of ways to prevent a fire and escape from one.
Here are some other important tips from Bethany Fire Chief Scott Schroder and the IAFF Burn Foundation.
- #1 – Gas Stations: Did you know that using your cell phone while pumping gas is dangerous?
- #2 – Loose Clothing: Tuck in all clothing around any open flame. The flame from a grill, fireplace, or campfire will ignite loose clothing instantly.
- #3 – Careless Smoking: If you choose to smoke, dispose of the matches and cigarettes carefully.
- #4 – Car Repairs: Don’t hurt or injure yourself while repairing your car. Use extreme caution when working on a car battery or radiator.
- #5 – Too Much Sun: Enjoy the sun, but don’t push your luck. Always use protective clothing and sunscreen.
- #6 – Lit Candles: Lit Candles are open flames. Keep candles away from hair, clothes, and curtains. Never go to sleep or leave the room while a candle is burning.
- #7 – Refueling Hot Engines: Never add fuel to a hot lawn mower or motor bike. Wait until its cooled off to avoid a potential fire.
- #8 – Aerosol Sprays: Never light a match near an aerosol can. Many children are injured each year by this dangerous activity.
- #9 – Hair Dryers: Dry your hair with care. Hair can be pulled into the blow dryer and catch fire.
- #10 – Hot Liquids or Foods: Take extra care in the kitchen. Use oven mitts to carry hot liquids and foods. And always follow directions when using a microwave.
The Bethany Fire Department will be visiting local schools in October. Here is their Fire Prevention Calendar.
Halloween is October 31
Halloween is fun for children and adults alike. To dress up in fun costumes and trick-or-treat for goodies delights the hearts of children everywhere. The Association for Central Oklahoma Governments announced Halloween will be celebrated on October 31 as usual. With all the fun comes some safety tips from the CDC that should make celebrating Halloween a night of good old-fashioned, safe fun.
Going trick-or-treating?
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Swords, knives, and similar costume accessories should be short, soft, and flexible. |
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Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult. |
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Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you. |
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Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them. Limit the amount of treats you eat. |
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Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and others see you. |
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Always test make-up in a small area first. Remove it before bedtime to prevent skin and eye irritation. |
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Look both ways before crossing the street. Use established crosswalks wherever possible. |
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Lower your risk for serious eye injury by not wearing decorative contact lenses. |
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Only walk on sidewalks or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe. |
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Wear well-fitting masks, costumes, and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips, and falls. |
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Eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats unless you know the cook well. |
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Enter homes only if you’re with a trusted adult. Otherwise, stay outside. |
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Never walk near lit candles or luminaries. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes. |
Expecting trick-or-treaters or party guests?
- Provide healthier treats for trick-or-treaters, such as individual packs of raisins, trail mix, or pretzels. For party guests, offer a variety of fruits, vegetables, and cheeses.
- Use party games and trick-or-treat time as an opportunity for kids to get their daily dose of 60 minutes of physical activity.
- Be sure walking areas and stairs are well-lit and free of obstacles that could result in falls.
- Keep candle-lit jack-o’-lanterns and luminaries away from doorsteps, walkways, landings, and curtains. Place them on sturdy tables, keep them out of the reach of pets and small children, and never leave them unattended.
- Remind drivers to watch out for trick-or-treaters and to drive safely.
Follow these tips to help make the festivities fun and safe for everyone!
Story taken from the Center for Disease Control’s website at http://www.cdc.gov/family/halloween/
