October 2003 - News Releases

• October 31, 2003: Officials offer tips for residents at risk from wildfires
• October 30, 2003: South First Street roadway project changes phases Nov. 2
• October 30, 2003: Austin SmartPark pilot program begins Nov. 3
• October 30, 2003: Volunteer training to develop support, train network for victims of catastrophic events
• October 30, 2003: Austin Park Police, staff to offer defense training to prepare those who face dangerous situations
• October 30, 2003: Caswell Tennis Center reopens
• October 29, 2003: Closures begin Thursday for festivities in Downtown Austin
• October 24, 2003: 31 October Events Continue Busy Trend at Austin Convention Center, Palmer Events Center
• October 24, 2003: Planning Commission to change meeting day
• October 24, 2003: Austin Energy to distribute energy-efficient light bulbs to seniors as daylight hours grow shorter
• October 24, 2003: Change smoke alarm batteries as you 'fall back'
• October 23, 2003: CLEAN AIR Force calls on Central Texans to 'air' thoughts about reducing air pollution
• October 23, 2003: Smoke alarms to be installed in Southeast Austin
• October 22, 2003: APD offers auto theft prevention programs; event set for Oct. 23
• October 20, 2003: Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities to give awards
• October 17, 2003: AFD assisting with immunization program
• October 15, 2003: Building a new landmark: Austin City Hall and Public Plaza update
  Concrete work moves to fourth level
• October 13, 2003: Austin to celebrate White Cane Day
• October 10, 2003: City workshop to help beauty business entrepreneurs
• October 9, 2003: Health Partnership 2010 plans Flu Fight 2003
• October 9, 2003: Disability Mentoring Day to help students explore career options
• October 9, 2003: Congress Avenue between Fourth and Fifth streets to close over the weekend
• October 7, 2003: Austin School District to make largest purchase of renewable energy; subscription also largest in nation by a school district
• October 3, 2003: Calling all City of Austin employees, their families to enter the PEAP (Public Employee Arts Program) Show
• October 3, 2003: Colorado Street traffic direction to change to one-way southbound
• October 2, 2003: October is Commute Solutions Month!