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Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 22h

The City of Ann Arbor has made free wood chips available to residents at three locations. The wood chips will be available until November or while supplies last.

Learn more:
https://www.a2gov.org/news/posts/seasonal-leaf-collection-in-a2-begins-oct-6-with-expanded-options/

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 1d

Interested in learning more about the Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program? Watch this video to learn more:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pqy7nXUafT8

Ann Arbor Safe Streets Engagement Phase II

YouTube video by CTN Ann Arbor

www.youtube.com

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 1d

Got old paint, batteries, or cleaners at home? Washtenaw County offers a FREE Household Hazardous Waste disposal program for residents. Help keep toxins out of our landfills & waterways. 🛢️♻️

👉 Appointments required: http://washtenaw.org/hometoxics

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 2d

Beginning Oct. 6, residents may set out 20 paper yard bags per collection day.

Unlimited leaf drop off is also available for residents at the Ann Arbor compost facility:
https://www.a2gov.org/news/posts/seasonal-leaf-collection-in-a2-begins-oct-6-with-expanded-options/

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 4d

We’re officially a Top Performer in the #BestInGovernanceAwards for Education, Arts and Culture by @Polco_us!

Thank you to our residents and city staff for making Ann Arbor a great place to live. #BestInGovernanceAwards

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 5d

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Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 5d

Be predictable! Cross where drivers can see you and expect you to be crossing.

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 6d

Follow us for updates on how we deliver clean, safe water to your taps and how you can help us #ProtectTheSource. Let's promote our shared responsibility in preserving our local water sources this #SourceWaterProtectionWeek. Learn more:
https://www.a2gov.org/ann-arbor-water/

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Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 7d

Join City of Ann Arbor Engineering on Oct. 7, 4-7 p.m. at the Ann Arbor District Library Mallets Creek Branch to learn more about Safe Streets for All, ask questions, enjoy free snacks and get a free t-shirt.

SS4A project page:
https://engage.a2gov.org/safe-streets-all-project

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 7d

Conserving watersheds and preventing pollution are vital steps toward securing a sustainable future. Let's prioritize source water protection to ensure community health and economic vitality for years to come. Learn more:
https://www.epa.gov/watershedacademy
#ProtectTheSource

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 8d

A Special Election will be held in Ann Arbor Tuesday, Nov. 4, with polling places open on Election Day 7 a.m. –8 p.m.
The city clerk’s office will have extended hours leading up to Election Day: Oct. 29–Oct. 31: 8 a.m.–7 p.m., Nov. 1 & 2: 9 a.m.–7 p.m, Nov. 4: 7 a.m.–8 p.m.

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 8d

Today, September 30, 4:30-6:30 p.m. there will be virtual office hours for the public to ask staff questions regarding the Safe Streets for All project.

Learn more: https://engage.a2gov.org/safe-streets-all-project

Safe Streets for All Program (SS4A)

A federally awarded grant that supports project elements such as: speed management, quick build and near miss video analytics system.

engage.a2gov.org

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 9d

Protecting our drinking water sources reduces health risks and controls treatment costs. It's a win-win for public health and savings. Let's prioritize source water protection!
Learn more: https://www.epa.gov/sourcewaterprotection/how-can-you-help-protect-source-water

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 10d

Anyone can make a mistake. Slow down, be patient, mistakes don’t have to be fatal.

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 12d

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Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 15d

Register to vote in Ann Arbor: check your status at https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/ or register via the City Clerk's office at https://www.a2gov.org/city-clerk/elections/.

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Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 16d

100% of focus on the road. Distractions can kill.

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 19d

Sharing the road means sharing the road. Patience+slow speeds+focus = everyone gets home safe.

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 20d

Did you know the City of Ann Arbor is working to eliminate traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries? Attend a Safe Streets for All informational event to learn more:
https://engage.a2gov.org/safe-streets-all-project

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 21d

Voting questions? The Ann Arbor City Clerk's office is here for you! Reach out during regular business hours, M-F, 8 a.m.–noon —and— 1–5 p.m., at 734.794.6140 or [email protected]. You can also find helpful information online at https://www.a2gov.org/city-clerk/elections/

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 22d

Give bikes at least 5 feet! It’s the law in A2.

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Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 23d

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how compost is made at a tour of the Ann Arbor Compost Facility Friday, Sept. 19.
Tour attendees will have the opportunity to observe industrial-scale composting in action. This is a great opportunity to learn how compost works!

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 25d

https://www.a2gov.org/engineering/traffic/road-and-lane-closures/https://www.a2gov.org/engineering/traffic/road-and-lane-closures/

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 26d

The 2025 Water Resource and Recovery Facility Open House is on Saturday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Discover what happens after water goes down the drain! Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how Ann Arbor treats and discharges all that water.

Register: http://a2gov.org/WaterRecovery

Mirror of City of Ann Arbor's X Account @a2gov-mirror.bsky.social · 27d

No Turn on Red is the rule at many intersections in downtown A2. Know and be aware!