City of Callaway Callaway Happenings
321 Main Ave, PO Box 116 April 7, 2016
Callaway, MN 56521
218-375-4691 www.callawaymn.com
Thank you! The City of Callaway residents are the best. We asked you to do something very difficult and you did it very quickly and efficiently. March 24th was a day that will go down in history for many reasons; the train/truck crash and derailment, the evacuation of the whole town and the LP semi tanker explosion. We are forever thankful to our Volunteer Fire Department, Police Department and all area fire departments and emergency responders for a successful outcome. No one was hurt or worse. Thanks again to everyone for their cooperation. We may be a small community, but we are strong!
Join the Callaway Fire Department
The Callaway Fire Department is currently accepting applications for paid-on-call volunteer firefighters. Callaway Fire responds to approximately 25 calls per year, covering the City and surrounding townships. Firefighters are paid for responding to fire calls, training/meeting attendance and are eligible for membership in the Callaway Fire Department Relief Association. Firefighters must be 18 years of age or older, possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. and hold a valid MN driver’s license. The selection process includes an oral interview, physical agility testing, and background check. Contact Chief Heinlein at 218-841-5782 or City Hall for an application.
!!!! City of Callaway - CodeRED System !!!!
This worked great for the mandatory evacuation of Callaway on March 24th. Please update your records with codeRED to call your home phone AND cell phone!
CodeRED is a web based system which will allow us the ability to reach a large number of citizens in a very short period of time, by geographically based delivery of phone and text messaging. The system uses the latest in mass notification technology making the system very easy to use.
In addition, it allows County residents the ability to create their own account so they can add or remove numbers they want the system to call. For more information and a list of frequently asked questions regarding CodeRED, please visit ourFAQ page at.http://www.co.becker.mn.us/dept/emergency_management/code_red.aspxTo sign up for the CodeRED emergency notification system for Becker County, please visitCodeRED on the Becker County web page.http://www.co.becker.mn.us/dept/emergency_management/code_red.aspx
Callaway Event Center & City Hall
The City of Callaway has two nice facilities to host meetings, family gatherings, wedding receptions and more. The City has rooms to be rented out for any occasion, both public and private. The Callaway Event Center has a variety of setup options and other amenities available, a gathering of any kind will feel welcome. The Event Center contains a large banquet room/dance area, medium meeting room and commercial kitchen. Callaway City Hall has a smaller meeting room available, with a maximum occupancy of 25. Please contact City Hall 375-4691 or www.callawaymn.com for cost and availability of the Event Center or City Hall.
DOGS and CATS!!!! Remember it is unlawful and disrespectful to allow your pets to run free in town.
Cats and dogs must be leashed within City limits and may not run at large. Due to the increase of complaints in regards to animals running loose, any animals caught will be transported to Lucky Dog Pound and YOU MAY BE FINED! The animal will not be released until the fees are paid at Lucky Dog. If you have complaints in regards to dogs at large a Citizen Concern Form is available to be filled out on our website. This will enable our Police Chief to respond to the complaint.
Land Use Permit (formerly known as Building Permit)
City Ordinance requires a permit for all new structures built or placed within the City limits. So remember if you plan to construct or haul in a new structure contact City Hall prior so the proper permit may be filed and the council can approve or deny the action.
Before You Dig
If you are planning on digging on your property call Gopher State One Call at 1-800-252-1166 two days before you dig. (There is no charge for this service.) this includes planting trees, shrubs etc and any other type of digging into the ground. You will need the following information:
*Name *Nearest intersection
*Dig Location *Type of work *Time
*Phone Number *Street Address *Start Date
The Public Works Department has been jetting the sanitary sewer pipes. During this process they have been finding large clumps of “wipes”. These products claim to be flushable, but they are not. These wipes build up in the pipes causing damage and blocking the flow of the sanitary sewer. Please DO NOT FLUSH “wipes” down the toilet, instead put them in the trash. THANK YOU
Compost Site
The compost site is located south of Callaway on the West side of the railroad tracks. Items accepted: grass clippings, leaves and brush. No construction materials. All bags used to transport compost must be removed.
Burning permits Required—Recreational fires allowed
Open burning is not permitted in Callaway per our ordinances unless a permit is issued from the City and the MN DNR. All brush, leaves and yard derbies can be taken to the composit area south of town, by the railroad tracks.
Recreational fires are allowed under the following conditions: A fire no more than three feet in height, contained within the border of a “recreational fire site” using dry, clean wood; producing little detectable smoke, odor or soot beyond the property line;·Conducted with an adult tending the fire at all times ·Extinguished completely before quitting the occasion·Burning barrels are NOT a recreational fire site.·Fire site cannot be located closer than 25 feet to any structure.·No person shall conduct, cause or permit open burning of any leaves or grass clippings.
The City is looking for Election Judges for this years’ election. If you are interested contact City Hall August 9th and November 8th
“Take it to the Box” MEDICATION DISPOSAL PROGRAM
WHAT: The Take It To The Box program promotes the safe use, safe storage and safe disposal of unneeded prescription and over-the-counter medications. Becker County is serious about preventing medication misuse/abuse and about healthy environmentally safe disposal of unneeded medications. WHY is it important? A growing concern is the abuse, by youth and others, of medications not prescribed to them. Safe disposal makes un-needed medicine less available. Evidence is increasing about the damage to the environment due to unsafe disposal of medications. Proper disposal helps protect our soil and water.
WHAT else should I know? The Box is available seven days a week, 24 hours a day at Becker County Sheriff’s Office at 925 Lake Ave, Detroit Lakes. No question asked, and is free of charge to residents.(no business waste please)
WHERE will the disposal box located? Drop off box is located in Becker County Sheriff’s Office at 925 Lake Ave, Detroit Lakes MN 56501
WHAT do I do? Come to Sheriff’s Department window, let them know that you have something to dispose of, they will unlock the door, and you can drop medication into the disposal box.
• NO syringes, needles or “sharps” or mercury accepted please.
For more information, contact: Becker County Sheriff’s Office at 218-847-2661 or Becker County Environmental Services at 218-846-7310
Callaway Municipal Liquor
Did you know that the Callaway Municipal Liquor Store pays $15.00 a month towards each utility bill in Callaway? The profits from the liquor store stay in our City. Support your Callaway Liquor Store!
Hours Monday – Saturday Off Sale 9am-10pm On Sale 9am – 1pm
Happy Hours: Mon – Fri 4-6pm Saturday Noon -1pm and 4-6pm
TWINS TICKETS GIVE AWAY – TWINS TICKETS GIVE AWAY
Buy and try our new wine Terra d’Oro($14.99) and get your name entered in to win Twins tickets for July 16th at Target Field.
Senior Discount Day is every Wednesday – 10% off all Off Sales purchases!
New Food Choices - We now have new appetizers and baskets available. Onion Rings, Mini Cordon Bleu, Jalapeno Bites, Sriracha Bites, Chicken Strips
Stop by and try some!
Coming soon ~ Shrimp Baskets on Fridays!
APRIL IS PET DRIVE MONTH~ Help our Local Animals Supply Drive
10% OFF all Off Sale Purchases with a donation of cash or pet supply item. All proceeds and pet supplies (food, blankets, leashes, kennels, etc) to be given to the Marshmallow Foundation in Detroit Lakes.
Sponsored by Miller Lite and Minnesota Municipal Beverage Association
Summer Kickoff Party at Callaway Municipal Liquors
May 21st – Starting at 8:30pm –
Karaoke by Carlene Riner Smith
Saturday Bloody Mary’s $1.50 Off ~ Large Pretzel w/Cheese $2.00
Back in Stock – Seagram’s Wine Coolers $6.99