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Safety First on Fourth of July

6/29/2016

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PictureDischarge of fireworks by consumers in not permitted in the Town of Signal Mountain.
Celebrating our nation's independence with fireworks has been a longstanding tradition in the United States. However, many people are seriously injured each year by their careless use. The Signal Mountain Fire Department and the State Fire Marshal's Office encourages Tennesseans to have a fire-safe Fourth of July by leaving the fireworks to the professionals. To avoid the risk of injury and property damage associated with consumer fireworks, join other community members in attending a public display put on by trained and licensed professionals.
 
Think Safety: The weather has been extremely dry as of late. In fact, the National Weather Service (NWS) in June classified the Greater Chattanooga area as being in "persistent drought" condition. The current NWS Forecast is only predicting a 40-50 percent chance of thundershowers over the Fourth of July Holiday weekend. While a locally heavy rain might seem to make for wet conditions, it will remain extremely dry under the top accumulation of leaves and debris in our wooded areas without and extended steady rain for a couple of days, not to mention dry grass conditions in open areas. Please leave fireworks to the professionals and enjoy one of the many public displays in our area to keep our town fire safe.
 
Know the Facts: According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), more than twice the number of fires are reported on Independence Day than on any other day of the year in the United States. Two out of five of these fires are caused by fireworks. According to the Tennessee Fire Incident Reporting System, from 2010-2014, Tennessee fire departments responded to 859 fires caused by fireworks. Those fires caused $1.78 million dollars in property damage.
 
Per the Signal Mountain Municipal Code Discharge of fireworks by consumers
is not permitted in the Town.
 
Have a Safe and Happy July 4!


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Show Your Patriotism in the Fourth of July Parade

6/29/2016

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PictureDecorate your bikes and bring your whole family to the Fourth of July Parade!
by Chandler Chastain
While the dog days of summer always seem to hit around the Fourth of July, the Signal Mountain community always finds a way to beat the heat with a wholehearted celebration. Like in most any small town, the Fourth of July is celebrated with plenty of stars and stripes decor, but here on the mountain, the community truly comes together to create a one of a kind celebration for everyone to enjoy.

For 20 years, Signal Mountain has continued the tradition of hosting an open invitation parade, welcoming any and all participants. The Mountain Business Association (MBA) has been the parade’s official sponsor for several years, with Jeff and Patrice Wishmeyer as the MBA’s spokespeople for the event. The parade remains one of the mountain’s delightful traditions in which everyone can partake, either by participating in the parade itself or watching from the sidelines. From the festive floats to walkers, strollers, bikers and even red, white and blue clad dogs, all are welcome to take part in this affair.

Parade participants  should begin arriving at the Alexian Village by 9 a.m., with walkers and bicyclists on the front driveway. Drivers of any vehicles are also welcome, and cars are asked to line up on Signal Point Road, while trucks and floats should convene on Ohio Avenue. The parade will officially begin at 10 a.m., with a police car and fire truck leading the way to Althaus Park behind the Signal Mountain Golf and Country Club.  Traditionally, the Signal Mountain Lion’s Club hosts its annual Fourth of July barbeque picnic at Althaus Park as soon as the parade finishes. Along with the picnic, the Lion’s Club will also be screening children’s eyes. Kids ages 1 to 6 will be able to receive free eye screenings by Club members.

The “Happy Birthday, America” fireworks display will again be held at the soccer pavilion behind the high school around dark. Viewers are welcome to come set up blankets and chairs early to get comfy and enjoy the show.  

All Fourth of July festivities are fun, welcoming, and great for the community’s sense of celebration.

For any questions regarding parade festivities, contact Patrice Wishmeyer at (423) 503-6953.


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Take a Hike from Signal Point

6/15/2016

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PictureThe view from Signal Point
As part of the National Park Service's centennial celebrations,  Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park is holding special events on Signal Mountain on Saturday, June 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Signal Point.

As the National Park Service launches into its second century of preserving special places across the United States, the time has never been better to explore new facets of the national parks and to connect with and create the next generation of park visitors, supporters, and advocates. Come explore Signal Point, and see it in a new way as you watch living historians demonstrate what it was like to send and receive messages from Signal Point during the Civil War. You can also participate in hikes led by park rangers from the Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail and talk with historians about the addition of Signal Point to the national military park in the late 1940s.
 
Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail park rangers will lead three hikes from Signal Point. Registration is required and will be taken on-site the day of the event. There is a 20 person maximum on each hike. Please bring a bottle of water, wear good hiking shoes and wear weather-appropriate clothing.
  • View to View Hike: Leaving from Signal Point at 10 a.m. Enjoy a Ranger led hike from Signal Point to Edwards Point and learn the history of the Cumberland Trail and take in two of the best views the trail and Chattanooga has to offer.  This will be an 8-mile hike with changing elevation and requiring 3 to 4 hours. 
  • Kids Hike: At Signal Point at 11 a.m. This will be an easy hike centered on introducing kids to the many wonders that can be found in your local national and state parks as well as your own back yard. This hike will not leave the point area and will be led by veteran Park Manager Bobby Fulcher, a 40-year veteran of state parks and interpreter extraordinaire.
  • Point to Creek Hike: Leaving Signal Point at 1 p.m. Enjoy a 3-mile ranger-led hike from Signal Point down to Middle Creek and Rainbow Falls. Learn the history of the Cumberland Trail and hike down to Middle Creek and the falls.   
 
Be sure to collect a special commemorative giveaway—available while supplies last! This event was made possible with the support of the Friends of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park.
 
For more information about programs at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, contact the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at (706) 866-9241, the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center at (423) 821-7786, or visit the park’s website at www.nps.gov/chch



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Council to Discuss MACC Repairs

6/13/2016

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The Signal Mountain Town Council's regular council meeting will be held on Monday, June 13, at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall.

Council members will discuss and vote on several resolutions: an RFP for repairs to the original Signal Mountain Grammar School Building; and authorizing an RFP for demolition of Post-1926 portions of the current MACC facility.

There will be a public hearing about the Fiscal Year 2016-2017 budget, and then the council will vote on the budget ordinance.

The Beer Board will meet to discuss permits for Pruett's.

The full agenda is attached (DOC).  
 
All citizens are invited to attend.
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Library Summer Reading Program Starts June 7

6/6/2016

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PictureKeep your child interested in reading this summer with the library's fun programs.
The Signal Mountain Library is happy to announce its Children's Summer Reading Program line-up. The programs are appropriate for children age 2 to rising fifth graders. Parents are asked to remain with their children during the programs.
 
All programs will be held at the Library, except for the trip to the Signal Mountain Playhouse and the Grand Finale at the Signal Mountain Swimming Pool. Programs begin promptly at 11 a.m., except for the Grand Finale, which begins at 7 p.m.
 
June 7: Registration and the Bandana Babes. The Bandana Babes will be back to open our Reading Program with their rousing renditions of familiar songs in a sing-along session. Registration will also take place after the program.

June 14: Bill Haley from the Tennessee Aquarium will bring his program “Bones or Not: Vertebrates and Invertebrates.”
 
June 21: The Terpsichord dance troupe from GPS will teach a class on movement and dance to all our little ballerinas. Tutus not required but suggested.
 
June 28: Noah’s Little Ark Petting Zoo and Pony Rides will return with all their barnyard animals that children can pet and love. Pony rides will also be available in our beautiful backyard.
 
July 5: Join us for a visit to the Signal Mountain Playhouse and a preview of its summer production, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.” This live on-stage presentation will be followed by a tour of the set.
 
July 12: The Tennessee Aquarium’s Bill Haley returns with a different program, this time called “Snakes Alive.” Learn all about these creatures in an exciting program featuring live snakes.
 
July 19: Artist Augusta Webb, who heads the art education department during the school year at Brainerd Baptist School, will help each child create a piece of art to take home.

July 26: For the Grand Finale of our program, all participants are asked to come and bring their families for a swimming party. We will meet at 7 p.m. at the Signal Mountain Swimming Pool for swimming and refreshments, prizes for those completing their reading logs and special prizes from Lake Winnepesaukah.


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