We’re here to help you: Building Safety Month quick permit tips Published on April 28, 2026 While obtaining a building permit may feel like an extra step in your home remodeling and construction plans, it plays a critical role in protecting you and your home Tagged as: , Community Safety, Home Improvement & Maintenance
Spring forward safety check Published on February 23, 2026 When we “spring forward” to begin daylight saving time on March 8, 2026, it’s more than just adjusting the clock. It’s the perfect built-in reminder to do a quick, meaningful safety check around your home. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Fire , Home Improvement & Maintenance
Easy improvements for energy efficiency Published on April 28, 2025 Poor energy efficiency can also result in expensive repairs, early appliance replacement, higher energy bills and even fire hazards. May is Building Safety Month, and it’s a great time to improve your home, your budget and the environment with simple upgrades and maintenance. Tagged as: , Home Improvement & Maintenance
Resolve to be neighborly in 2025 Published on December 30, 2024 Neighbor nuisances are often unintentional. The person next door may not realize that a habit or action is negatively impacting you. Take a look at these common sources of frustration and see if there are any behaviors you could change to be a better neighbor. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Get Involved, Home Improvement & Maintenance
Three tricky winter home repairs Published on October 28, 2024 What to do about damaged power lines, heating your home and preventing frozen pipes during winter. Tagged as: , Home Improvement & Maintenance, Weather Safety
Prepare your property for dangerous weather Published on August 28, 2024 Protecting yourself in a storm should be your top priority. But protecting your home and property is also key to preventing costly repairs and serious injuries. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Home Improvement & Maintenance, Nature & Environment, Weather Safety
Being neighborly: The basics Published on May 01, 2024 From public safety to property issues, City staff continuously encounter situations that could benefit from a simple conversation between neighbors. Tagged as: , Home Improvement & Maintenance
Silent heroes – codes that keep you safe Published on April 25, 2024 When you’re lounging in a basement room, soaking in the warm air of your furnace or plugging in your phone to charge, you probably don’t realize all the ways building codes are protecting you in that moment. Tagged as: , Home Improvement & Maintenance, Projects & Construction