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//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/garbage.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Garbage Can Amnesty Day</b><br>On Wednesday, May 14th, the Village of Palm Springs will hold a one day garbage can collection throughout the Village.  We encourage you to leave your can in the swale the night before.  All cans will be recycled.</font></p><hr>', '', 'Garbage');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/important.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Important Notice</b><br>In honor of President\'s Day, <u>all</u> Village Offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th.</p></font><hr>', '', 'ImportantNotice');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/District_1_Map.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>REQUEST FOR INTERESTED RESIDENTS VILLAGE COUNCIL SEAT – DISTRICT 1</b><br><b>Application Procedure</b><br>Applications are being accepted from residents who would like to serve an un-expired term of office on the Village Council until the next Municipal Election in March, 2011.  Requirements are: <br><ul><li>Registered Voter</li><li>Resident for one (1) continuous year</li><li>Live within District 1 of the Village</li><li>Must be at least 18 years of age</li></ul><br>Applications can be obtained from the Village Clerk or download the application <a href="pdfs/public-notices/Council_District_I_Application.pdf" target="_blank">HERE.</a><br>Click <a href="pdfs/public-notices/District_1_Map.pdf" target="_blank">HERE</a> to view District 1 Map.<br>Please submit completed applications to:<br><i>Karl E. Umberger, <br>Village Manager Village of Palm Springs <br>226 Cypress Lane<br>Palm Springs, FL 33461</i><br><br><b>Deadline to submit: April 17, 2009-5:00p.m.</b><br>The Village Council will conduct interviews and make a final selection.</font></p><hr>', '', 'VillageSeat');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_faucet.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>******BREAKING NEWS******</b><br><b>April 27, 2009</b><br>The awards keep coming for Palm Springs Water!   After winning the American Water Works Association State Award for the “Best Tasting Drinking Water in Florida” in April of this year, Palm Springs went on for the first time ever to the Association’s National Competition at San Diego, California in June, coming in 4th in the Nation! <br><br>Now Palm Springs has done it again! This month the Florida Rural Water Association, based in Tallahassee, Florida, held their Annual Conference and Competition in Daytona. Palm Springs came in again as the clear winner with the “Best Water in Florida”. By winning this competition, Palm Springs Water is automatically entered in the National Rural Water Association Competition to take place in Washington, D.C. in April 2010.<br><br> A representative from the Florida Rural Water Association will be coming to the Village Council Meeting on September 24, 2009, to present an award plaque to the Village Council and our Utilities Department Director, Bill Davis. Then it’s on to Washington, D.C. for Palm Springs Water!</p><p>The list keeps growing of reasons we can call Palm Springs “A Great Place to Call Home” and now the "Best Tasting Water" possibly anywhere!</p><p>Contact:<br>Public Service Director Bill Davis<br>226 Cypress Lane<br>Palm Springs, FL 33461<br>Tel:  561-965-5770<br>Fax: 561-964-2387</p></font></p><hr>', '', 'Best_Water');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/security.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Security Alert</b><br>They’re Back…<br>Beware of Door-to-Door Salespeople<br>Summer is around the corner, which means door-to-door salespeople are preparing to sweep through neighborhoods!</p><p>Handle all door-to-door salespersons with caution.  These salespersons may be working for a legitimate company and possess the proper identification, but please confirm their standing with the company by calling the business.</p><p>Something as simple as allowing a stranger to use the phone or bathroom, or for a drink of water, can lead to loss of your personal property.  Never discuss your work schedule or times of the day when no one is at home. Never discuss valuables that you may have in your home, or that you are home alone.  This can lead to your home being burglarized or theft of your personal property.</p><p>Please call your local law enforcement agency to report any suspicious persons soliciting in your area.  It’s better to be safe than sorry!<br><br><hr>', '', 'SecurityAlert');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_cd-anim.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Teen Space @ the Palm Springs Library</b><br>Join us Saturday, March 14th @ 1:30 p.m. for TeenSpace, a program for Teens, by Teens. Like music? Want to know what your friends are listening to?  Bring your friends and share your playlist! For more information, contact Michele @ 965-2204. See you there!   </font></p><hr>', '', 'TeenSpace');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/GamePad.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Attention Gamers!</b><br>Join us for Gamerz , March 28th, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday, March 30th, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Don’t miss out on all the fun! Guitar Hero, Rock Band, DDR, racing games and sports games- there’s something for everyone! For more information, contact Karen or Michele @ 965-2204.</p></font><hr>', '', 'AttentionGamers');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/MiniChalk.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Celebrate April with Sidewalk Chalk Art</b><br>Spend the day decorating the sidewalks of the municipal campus, Saturday April 4th from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.  The Friends of the Library will provide the chalk, so all you need to bring is talent and willingness to spend the day drawing on the sidewalk between the Library Reading Garden and the Village Hall Fountain. Live music!  Participants must submit a sketch of their intended art work.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from vendors. For more information, call 965-2204.  Ask for Karen.</p></font><hr>', '', 'ChalkArt');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/guitar-hero.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Celebrate Teen Tech Week March 8th - March 14th! Press Play @ your library!</b><br>Guitar Hero Challenge - Monday, March 9th at 5:00 p.m. Think you\'re the best? Here\'s your chance to prove it.<br>DDR Dance Off - Thursday, March 12th at 5:00 p.m. Think you\'ve got the moves? Step up and show off.</font></p><hr>', '', 'TeenTechWeek');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/reading2.gif" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Register now for 2009 Toddler Storytime</b><br>Parents of small children age 12-30 months can register their children now for the upcoming Toddler Storytime at the Library. The eight week series of Toddler Storytimes will meet on Tuesdays at 10:30 from January 27 through March 17. This program can help prepare children for preschools. Parents or caregivers must attend and participate with their youngsters. The emphasis here is developing language and very early pre-reading skills. Please pre-register at the library, or by telephone:l 434-5104, or email:  <a href="mailto:mhs@vpslibrary.org">mhs@vpslibrary.org</a></p></font><hr>', '', 'ToddlerStorytime');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/ticket.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Library Cinema</b><br>Did you know the library is a great place to catch a movie? Stop in each month for a listing of movie dates and times, or call 965-2204.</p></font><hr>', '', 'LibraryCinema');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_arrows.gif" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>NEW - NOW AVAILABLE!!!<br><a href="https://client.pointandpay.net/webportal/partner.do?method=prepare&webSiteId=81&ppid=1852">Pay your utility bill online!</a></font></b><p><img border="0" src="images/scroll_ccs.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2">The Village NOW OFFERS the convenience of paying your utility bill through a link on this website. You will be able to use your Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express credit cards and debit cards with the Visa or Mastercard logo.<p><a href="pay-online.htm">Click here</a> to use convenient, hassle-free online feature!</font></p><hr>', '', 'Online Pay');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_alligator.gif" align="absmiddle"><font SIZE="2" face="Arial"><b> "DON`T GET BITTEN"</b><p>One of the perks of living in South Florida is the abundance of waterfront property. But, along with the beauty and serenity of living near a body of water, there lies potentially dangerous predators. The Village of Palm Springs wants to educate and protect both our 2-legged and 4-legged residents with <a href=alligator-safety.htm>Alligator Safety Tips</a>.</p><hr>', '', 'Alligator Safety Tips');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/law.jpg" align="left"><font SIZE="2" face="Arial"><b>On Wednesday June 6, 2007</b><BR> the Florida Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) awarded the Palm Springs Public Safety Department full law enforcement accreditation.  This award was received after an exhaustive assessment of our policies, procedures, personnel and facilities.  The two year process included a re-writing of the Department’s policies and procedures.  In addition the personnel of our Public Safety Department were required to comply with all CFA standards (over 250).  The CFA assessment team, made up of law enforcement professionals from around the state, was very impressed with our Public Safety Department.  In the final report from the assessors to the Commission the Department was complimented on its professionalism and skilled management.<hr>', '', 'CFA Accreditation');
// PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/press.jpg" align="left"><B><font style="font-size:12.0pt">Media Advisory 5/30/07</font></B><br> Representative Mary Brandenburg to Hold Public Meeting on Property Tax Reform. Click <a href="Press_Advisory_5_30_07.html">here</a> for complete details. </span></p><hr>', '', 'Media Advisory');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/reading2.gif" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>New! Bedtime Storytime starts April 2!</b><br>Working parents can bring children to a Bedtime Storytime at 7:00 on Thursdays starting April 2.  Since this is right before bedtime, feel free to bring children in their pajamas.  For schedule & topics, come to the Library.</p></font><hr>', '', 'BedtimeStorytime');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/taxes.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Tax Help @ the Palm Springs Library</b><br>AARP tax preparers will be at the library February 3rd to April 14th on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The last hour is reserved for people already signed up and waiting.  No last minute arrivals will be accepted.</font></p><hr>', '', 'TaxHelp');


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//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/garbage.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Garbage Can Amnesty Day</b><br>On Wednesday, May 14th, the Village of Palm Springs will hold a one day garbage can collection throughout the Village.  We encourage you to leave your can in the swale the night before.  All cans will be recycled.</font></p><hr>', '', 'Garbage');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_faucet.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>THIRSTY? Don’t buy bottled water!</b><br>Turn on your tap to get the best tasting water in South Florida!</font><p><font face="Arial" size="2">The Village is proud to announce that on March 14, 2006, our water utility system won the Best Tasting Water award at the 4th Annual Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Region 6 (Palm Beach and Broward Counties) competition.</font></p><hr>', '', 'Thirsty');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/important.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Important Notice</b><br>In honor of President\'s Day, <u>all</u> Village Offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th.</p></font><hr>', '', 'ImportantNotice');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_cd-anim.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Teen Space @ the Palm Springs Library</b><br>Join us Saturday, March 14th @ 1:30 p.m. for TeenSpace, a program for Teens, by Teens. Like music? Want to know what your friends are listening to?  Bring your friends and share your playlist! For more information, contact Michele @ 965-2204. See you there!   </font></p><hr>', '', 'TeenSpace');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/GamePad.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Attention Gamers!</b><br>Join us for Gamerz , March 28th, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday, March 30th, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Don’t miss out on all the fun! Guitar Hero, Rock Band, DDR, racing games and sports games- there’s something for everyone! For more information, contact Karen or Michele @ 965-2204.</p></font><hr>', '', 'AttentionGamers');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/District_1_Map.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>REQUEST FOR INTERESTED RESIDENTS VILLAGE COUNCIL SEAT – DISTRICT 1</b><br><b>Application Procedure</b><br>Applications are being accepted from residents who would like to serve an un-expired term of office on the Village Council until the next Municipal Election in March, 2011.  Requirements are: <br><ul><li>Registered Voter</li><li>Resident for one (1) continuous year</li><li>Live within District 1 of the Village</li><li>Must be at least 18 years of age</li></ul><br>Applications can be obtained from the Village Clerk or download the application <a href="pdfs/public-notices/Council_District_I_Application.pdf" target="_blank">HERE.</a><br>Click <a href="pdfs/public-notices/District_1_Map.pdf" target="_blank">HERE</a> to view District 1 Map.<br>Please submit completed applications to:<br><i>Karl E. Umberger, <br>Village Manager Village of Palm Springs <br>226 Cypress Lane<br>Palm Springs, FL 33461</i><br><br><b>Deadline to submit: April 17, 2009-5:00p.m.</b><br>The Village Council will conduct interviews and make a final selection.</font></p><hr>', '', 'VillageSeat');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_faucet.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>******BREAKING NEWS******</b><br><b>April 2, 2009</b><br>The Village of Palm Springs Utilities Department has just received the Award for “Best Tasting Drinking Water” in the State Competition held in Tallahassee, Florida, and hosted by the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association.   The Village Utilities Department, which recently won the Region 6 Competition for the second time in two years, faced tough competition from twelve other regional winners in Florida; but ultimately won the honor to now represent the State of Florida at the National “Best of the Best” Competition, which will take place on June 15, 2009, at the 128th Annual American Water Works Association and Exposition Conference in San Diego, California.</p><p>Another reason we can call Palm Springs “A Great Place to Call Home” and now the Best Tasting Water in the State of Florida!</p><p>Contact:<br>Public Service Director Bill Davis<br>226 Cypress Lane<br>Palm Springs, FL 33461<br>Tel:  561-965-5770<br>Fax: 561-964-2387</p></font></p><hr>', '', 'Best_Water');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/security.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Security Alert</b><br>They’re Back…<br>Beware of Door-to-Door Salespeople<br>Summer is around the corner, which means door-to-door salespeople are preparing to sweep through neighborhoods!</p><p>Handle all door-to-door salespersons with caution.  These salespersons may be working for a legitimate company and possess the proper identification, but please confirm their standing with the company by calling the business.</p><p>Something as simple as allowing a stranger to use the phone or bathroom, or for a drink of water, can lead to loss of your personal property.  Never discuss your work schedule or times of the day when no one is at home. Never discuss valuables that you may have in your home, or that you are home alone.  This can lead to your home being burglarized or theft of your personal property.</p><p>Please call your local law enforcement agency to report any suspicious persons soliciting in your area.  It’s better to be safe than sorry!</p></font><hr>', '', 'SecurityAlert');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/MiniChalk.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Celebrate April with Sidewalk Chalk Art</b><br>Spend the day decorating the sidewalks of the municipal campus, Saturday April 4th from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.  The Friends of the Library will provide the chalk, so all you need to bring is talent and willingness to spend the day drawing on the sidewalk between the Library Reading Garden and the Village Hall Fountain. Live music!  Participants must submit a sketch of their intended art work.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from vendors. For more information, call 965-2204.  Ask for Karen.</p></font><hr>', '', 'ChalkArt');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/guitar-hero.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Celebrate Teen Tech Week March 8th - March 14th! Press Play @ your library!</b><br>Guitar Hero Challenge - Monday, March 9th at 5:00 p.m. Think you\'re the best? Here\'s your chance to prove it.<br>DDR Dance Off - Thursday, March 12th at 5:00 p.m. Think you\'ve got the moves? Step up and show off.</font></p><hr>', '', 'TeenTechWeek');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/ticket.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Library Cinema</b><br>Did you know the library is a great place to catch a movie? Stop in each month for a listing of movie dates and times, or call 965-2204.</p></font><hr>', '', 'LibraryCinema');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_arrows.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>NEW - NOW AVAILABLE!!!<br><a href="https://client.pointandpay.net/webportal/partner.do?method=prepare&webSiteId=81&ppid=1852">Pay your utility bill online!</a></font></b><p><img border="0" src="images/scroll_ccs.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2">The Village NOW OFFERS the convenience of paying your utility bill through a link on this website. You will be able to use your Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express credit cards and debit cards with the Visa or Mastercard logo.<p><a href="pay-online.htm">Click here</a> to use convenient, hassle-free online feature!</font></p><hr>', '', 'Online Pay');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_alligator.gif" align="absmiddle"><font SIZE="2" face="Arial"><b> "DON`T GET BITTEN"</b><p>One of the perks of living in South Florida is the abundance of waterfront property. But, along with the beauty and serenity of living near a body of water, there lies potentially dangerous predators. The Village of Palm Springs wants to educate and protect both our 2-legged and 4-legged residents with <a href=alligator-safety.htm>Alligator Safety Tips</a>.</p><hr>', '', 'Alligator Safety Tips');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/law.jpg" align="left"><font SIZE="2" face="Arial"><b>On Wednesday June 6, 2007</b><BR> the Florida Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) awarded the Palm Springs Public Safety Department full law enforcement accreditation.  This award was received after an exhaustive assessment of our policies, procedures, personnel and facilities.  The two year process included a re-writing of the Department’s policies and procedures.  In addition the personnel of our Public Safety Department were required to comply with all CFA standards (over 250).  The CFA assessment team, made up of law enforcement professionals from around the state, was very impressed with our Public Safety Department.  In the final report from the assessors to the Commission the Department was complimented on its professionalism and skilled management.<hr>', '', 'CFA Accreditation');
// PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/press.jpg" align="left"><B><font style="font-size:12.0pt">Media Advisory 5/30/07</font></B><br> Representative Mary Brandenburg to Hold Public Meeting on Property Tax Reform. Click <a href="Press_Advisory_5_30_07.html">here</a> for complete details. </span></p><hr>', '', 'Media Advisory');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/reading2.gif" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>New! Bedtime Storytime starts April 2!</b><br>Working parents can bring children to a Bedtime Storytime at 7:00 on Thursdays starting April 2.  Since this is right before bedtime, feel free to bring children in their pajamas.  For schedule & topics, come to the Library.</p></font><hr>', '', 'BedtimeStorytime');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/taxes.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Tax Help @ the Palm Springs Library</b><br>AARP tax preparers will be at the library February 3rd to April 14th on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The last hour is reserved for people already signed up and waiting.  No last minute arrivals will be accepted.</font></p><hr>', '', 'TaxHelp');


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//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/garbage.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Garbage Can Amnesty Day</b><br>On Wednesday, May 14th, the Village of Palm Springs will hold a one day garbage can collection throughout the Village.  We encourage you to leave your can in the swale the night before.  All cans will be recycled.</font></p><hr>', '', 'Garbage');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_faucet.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>THIRSTY? Don’t buy bottled water!</b><br>Turn on your tap to get the best tasting water in South Florida!</font><p><font face="Arial" size="2">The Village is proud to announce that on March 14, 2006, our water utility system won the Best Tasting Water award at the 4th Annual Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Region 6 (Palm Beach and Broward Counties) competition.</font></p><hr>', '', 'Thirsty');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/important.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Important Notice</b><br>In honor of President\'s Day, <u>all</u> Village Offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th.</p></font><hr>', '', 'ImportantNotice');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_cd-anim.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Teen Space @ the Palm Springs Library</b><br>Join us Saturday, March 14th @ 1:30 p.m. for TeenSpace, a program for Teens, by Teens. Like music? Want to know what your friends are listening to?  Bring your friends and share your playlist! For more information, contact Michele @ 965-2204. See you there!   </font></p><hr>', '', 'TeenSpace');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/GamePad.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Attention Gamers!</b><br>Join us for Gamerz , March 28th, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday, March 30th, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Don’t miss out on all the fun! Guitar Hero, Rock Band, DDR, racing games and sports games- there’s something for everyone! For more information, contact Karen or Michele @ 965-2204.</p></font><hr>', '', 'AttentionGamers');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/District_1_Map.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>REQUEST FOR INTERESTED RESIDENTS VILLAGE COUNCIL SEAT – DISTRICT 1</b><br><b>Application Procedure</b><br>Applications are being accepted from residents who would like to serve an un-expired term of office on the Village Council until the next Municipal Election in March, 2011.  Requirements are: <br><ul><li>Registered Voter</li><li>Resident for one (1) continuous year</li><li>Live within District 1 of the Village</li><li>Must be at least 18 years of age</li></ul><br>Applications can be obtained from the Village Clerk or download the application <a href="pdfs/public-notices/Council_District_I_Application.pdf" target="_blank">HERE.</a><br>Click <a href="pdfs/public-notices/District_1_Map.pdf" target="_blank">HERE</a> to view District 1 Map.<br>Please submit completed applications to:<br><i>Karl E. Umberger, <br>Village Manager Village of Palm Springs <br>226 Cypress Lane<br>Palm Springs, FL 33461</i><br><br><b>Deadline to submit: April 17, 2009-5:00p.m.</b><br>The Village Council will conduct interviews and make a final selection.</font></p><hr>', '', 'VillageSeat');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_faucet.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>******BREAKING NEWS******</b><br><b>April 2, 2009</b><br>The Village of Palm Springs Utilities Department has just received the Award for “Best Tasting Drinking Water” in the State Competition held in Tallahassee, Florida, and hosted by the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association.   The Village Utilities Department, which recently won the Region 6 Competition for the second time in two years, faced tough competition from twelve other regional winners in Florida; but ultimately won the honor to now represent the State of Florida at the National “Best of the Best” Competition, which will take place on June 15, 2009, at the 128th Annual American Water Works Association and Exposition Conference in San Diego, California.</p><p>Another reason we can call Palm Springs “A Great Place to Call Home” and now the Best Tasting Water in the State of Florida!</p><p>Contact:<br>Public Service Director Bill Davis<br>226 Cypress Lane<br>Palm Springs, FL 33461<br>Tel:  561-965-5770<br>Fax: 561-964-2387</p></font></p><hr>', '', 'Best_Water');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/security.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Security Alert</b><br>They’re Back…<br>Beware of Door-to-Door Salespeople<br>Summer is around the corner, which means door-to-door salespeople are preparing to sweep through neighborhoods!</p><p>Handle all door-to-door salespersons with caution.  These salespersons may be working for a legitimate company and possess the proper identification, but please confirm their standing with the company by calling the business.</p><p>Something as simple as allowing a stranger to use the phone or bathroom, or for a drink of water, can lead to loss of your personal property.  Never discuss your work schedule or times of the day when no one is at home. Never discuss valuables that you may have in your home, or that you are home alone.  This can lead to your home being burglarized or theft of your personal property.</p><p>Please call your local law enforcement agency to report any suspicious persons soliciting in your area.  It’s better to be safe than sorry!</p></font><hr>', '', 'SecurityAlert');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/MiniChalk.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Celebrate April with Sidewalk Chalk Art</b><br>Spend the day decorating the sidewalks of the municipal campus, Saturday April 4th from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.  The Friends of the Library will provide the chalk, so all you need to bring is talent and willingness to spend the day drawing on the sidewalk between the Library Reading Garden and the Village Hall Fountain. Live music!  Participants must submit a sketch of their intended art work.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from vendors. For more information, call 965-2204.  Ask for Karen.</p></font><hr>', '', 'ChalkArt');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/guitar-hero.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Celebrate Teen Tech Week March 8th - March 14th! Press Play @ your library!</b><br>Guitar Hero Challenge - Monday, March 9th at 5:00 p.m. Think you\'re the best? Here\'s your chance to prove it.<br>DDR Dance Off - Thursday, March 12th at 5:00 p.m. Think you\'ve got the moves? Step up and show off.</font></p><hr>', '', 'TeenTechWeek');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/ticket.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Library Cinema</b><br>Did you know the library is a great place to catch a movie? Stop in each month for a listing of movie dates and times, or call 965-2204.</p></font><hr>', '', 'LibraryCinema');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_arrows.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>NEW - NOW AVAILABLE!!!<br><a href="https://client.pointandpay.net/webportal/partner.do?method=prepare&webSiteId=81&ppid=1852">Pay your utility bill online!</a></font></b><p><img border="0" src="images/scroll_ccs.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2">The Village NOW OFFERS the convenience of paying your utility bill through a link on this website. You will be able to use your Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express credit cards and debit cards with the Visa or Mastercard logo.<p><a href="pay-online.htm">Click here</a> to use convenient, hassle-free online feature!</font></p><hr>', '', 'Online Pay');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_alligator.gif" align="absmiddle"><font SIZE="2" face="Arial"><b> "DON`T GET BITTEN"</b><p>One of the perks of living in South Florida is the abundance of waterfront property. But, along with the beauty and serenity of living near a body of water, there lies potentially dangerous predators. The Village of Palm Springs wants to educate and protect both our 2-legged and 4-legged residents with <a href=alligator-safety.htm>Alligator Safety Tips</a>.</p><hr>', '', 'Alligator Safety Tips');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/law.jpg" align="left"><font SIZE="2" face="Arial"><b>On Wednesday June 6, 2007</b><BR> the Florida Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) awarded the Palm Springs Public Safety Department full law enforcement accreditation.  This award was received after an exhaustive assessment of our policies, procedures, personnel and facilities.  The two year process included a re-writing of the Department’s policies and procedures.  In addition the personnel of our Public Safety Department were required to comply with all CFA standards (over 250).  The CFA assessment team, made up of law enforcement professionals from around the state, was very impressed with our Public Safety Department.  In the final report from the assessors to the Commission the Department was complimented on its professionalism and skilled management.<hr>', '', 'CFA Accreditation');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/press.jpg" align="left"><B><font style="font-size:12.0pt">Media Advisory 5/30/07</font></B><br> Representative Mary Brandenburg to Hold Public Meeting on Property Tax Reform. Click <a href="Press_Advisory_5_30_07.html">here</a> for complete details. </span></p><hr>', '', 'Media Advisory');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/reading2.gif" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>New! Bedtime Storytime starts April 2!</b><br>Working parents can bring children to a Bedtime Storytime at 7:00 on Thursdays starting April 2.  Since this is right before bedtime, feel free to bring children in their pajamas.  For schedule & topics, come to the Library.</p></font><hr>', '', 'BedtimeStorytime');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/taxes.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Tax Help @ the Palm Springs Library</b><br>AARP tax preparers will be at the library February 3rd to April 14th on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The last hour is reserved for people already signed up and waiting.  No last minute arrivals will be accepted.</font></p><hr>', '', 'TaxHelp');

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//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/garbage.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Garbage Can Amnesty Day</b><br>On Wednesday, May 14th, the Village of Palm Springs will hold a one day garbage can collection throughout the Village.  We encourage you to leave your can in the swale the night before.  All cans will be recycled.</font></p><hr>', '', 'Garbage');	
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_faucet.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>THIRSTY? Don’t buy bottled water!</b><br>Turn on your tap to get the best tasting water in South Florida!</font><p><font face="Arial" size="2">The Village is proud to announce that on March 14, 2006, our water utility system won the Best Tasting Water award at the 4th Annual Florida Section of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Region 6 (Palm Beach and Broward Counties) competition.</font></p><hr>', '', 'Thirsty');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/important.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Important Notice</b><br>In honor of President\'s Day, <u>all</u> Village Offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th.</p></font><hr>', '', 'ImportantNotice');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_cd-anim.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Teen Space @ the Palm Springs Library</b><br>Join us Saturday, March 14th @ 1:30 p.m. for TeenSpace, a program for Teens, by Teens. Like music? Want to know what your friends are listening to?  Bring your friends and share your playlist! For more information, contact Michele @ 965-2204. See you there!   </font></p><hr>', '', 'TeenSpace');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/GamePad.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Attention Gamers!</b><br>Join us for Gamerz , March 28th, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday, March 30th, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Don’t miss out on all the fun! Guitar Hero, Rock Band, DDR, racing games and sports games- there’s something for everyone! For more information, contact Karen or Michele @ 965-2204.</p></font><hr>', '', 'AttentionGamers');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/District_1_Map.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>REQUEST FOR INTERESTED RESIDENTS VILLAGE COUNCIL SEAT – DISTRICT 1</b><br><b>Application Procedure</b><br>Applications are being accepted from residents who would like to serve an un-expired term of office on the Village Council until the next Municipal Election in March, 2011.  Requirements are: <br><ul><li>Registered Voter</li><li>Resident for one (1) continuous year</li><li>Live within District 1 of the Village</li><li>Must be at least 18 years of age</li></ul><br>Applications can be obtained from the Village Clerk or download the application <a href="pdfs/public-notices/Council_District_I_Application.pdf" target="_blank">HERE.</a><br>Click <a href="pdfs/public-notices/District_1_Map.pdf" target="_blank">HERE</a> to view District 1 Map.<br>Please submit completed applications to:<br><i>Karl E. Umberger, <br>Village Manager Village of Palm Springs <br>226 Cypress Lane<br>Palm Springs, FL 33461</i><br><br><b>Deadline to submit: April 17, 2009-5:00p.m.</b><br>The Village Council will conduct interviews and make a final selection.</font></p><hr>', '', 'VillageSeat');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_faucet.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>******BREAKING NEWS******</b><br><b>April 2, 2009</b><br>The Village of Palm Springs Utilities Department has just received the Award for “Best Tasting Drinking Water” in the State Competition held in Tallahassee, Florida, and hosted by the Florida Section of the American Water Works Association.   The Village Utilities Department, which recently won the Region 6 Competition for the second time in two years, faced tough competition from twelve other regional winners in Florida; but ultimately won the honor to now represent the State of Florida at the National “Best of the Best” Competition, which will take place on June 15, 2009, at the 128th Annual American Water Works Association and Exposition Conference in San Diego, California.</p><p>Another reason we can call Palm Springs “A Great Place to Call Home” and now the Best Tasting Water in the State of Florida!</p><p>Contact:<br>Public Service Director Bill Davis<br>226 Cypress Lane<br>Palm Springs, FL 33461<br>Tel:  561-965-5770<br>Fax: 561-964-2387</p></font></p><hr>', '', 'Best_Water');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/security.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Security Alert</b><br>They’re Back…<br>Beware of Door-to-Door Salespeople<br>Summer is around the corner, which means door-to-door salespeople are preparing to sweep through neighborhoods!</p><p>Handle all door-to-door salespersons with caution.  These salespersons may be working for a legitimate company and possess the proper identification, but please confirm their standing with the company by calling the business.</p><p>Something as simple as allowing a stranger to use the phone or bathroom, or for a drink of water, can lead to loss of your personal property.  Never discuss your work schedule or times of the day when no one is at home. Never discuss valuables that you may have in your home, or that you are home alone.  This can lead to your home being burglarized or theft of your personal property.</p><p>Please call your local law enforcement agency to report any suspicious persons soliciting in your area.  It’s better to be safe than sorry!</p></font><hr>', '', 'SecurityAlert');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/MiniChalk.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Celebrate April with Sidewalk Chalk Art</b><br>Spend the day decorating the sidewalks of the municipal campus, Saturday April 4th from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.  The Friends of the Library will provide the chalk, so all you need to bring is talent and willingness to spend the day drawing on the sidewalk between the Library Reading Garden and the Village Hall Fountain. Live music!  Participants must submit a sketch of their intended art work.  Food and beverages will be available for purchase from vendors. For more information, call 965-2204.  Ask for Karen.</p></font><hr>', '', 'ChalkArt');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/guitar-hero.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Celebrate Teen Tech Week March 8th - March 14th! Press Play @ your library!</b><br>Guitar Hero Challenge - Monday, March 9th at 5:00 p.m. Think you\'re the best? Here\'s your chance to prove it.<br>DDR Dance Off - Thursday, March 12th at 5:00 p.m. Think you\'ve got the moves? Step up and show off.</font></p><hr>', '', 'TeenTechWeek');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/ticket.jpg" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Library Cinema</b><br>Did you know the library is a great place to catch a movie? Stop in each month for a listing of movie dates and times, or call 965-2204.</p></font><hr>', '', 'LibraryCinema');
PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_arrows.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>NEW - NOW AVAILABLE!!!<br><a href="https://client.pointandpay.net/webportal/partner.do?method=prepare&webSiteId=81&ppid=1852">Pay your utility bill online!</a></font></b><p><img border="0" src="images/scroll_ccs.gif" align="left"><font face="Arial" size="2">The Village NOW OFFERS the convenience of paying your utility bill through a link on this website. You will be able to use your Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express credit cards and debit cards with the Visa or Mastercard logo.<p><a href="pay-online.htm">Click here</a> to use convenient, hassle-free online feature!</font></p><hr>', '', 'Online Pay');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/scroll_alligator.gif" align="absmiddle"><font SIZE="2" face="Arial"><b> "DON`T GET BITTEN"</b><p>One of the perks of living in South Florida is the abundance of waterfront property. But, along with the beauty and serenity of living near a body of water, there lies potentially dangerous predators. The Village of Palm Springs wants to educate and protect both our 2-legged and 4-legged residents with <a href=alligator-safety.htm>Alligator Safety Tips</a>.</p><hr>', '', 'Alligator Safety Tips');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/law.jpg" align="left"><font SIZE="2" face="Arial"><b>On Wednesday June 6, 2007</b><BR> the Florida Commission for Law Enforcement Accreditation (CFA) awarded the Palm Springs Public Safety Department full law enforcement accreditation.  This award was received after an exhaustive assessment of our policies, procedures, personnel and facilities.  The two year process included a re-writing of the Department’s policies and procedures.  In addition the personnel of our Public Safety Department were required to comply with all CFA standards (over 250).  The CFA assessment team, made up of law enforcement professionals from around the state, was very impressed with our Public Safety Department.  In the final report from the assessors to the Commission the Department was complimented on its professionalism and skilled management.<hr>', '', 'CFA Accreditation');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/press.jpg" align="left"><B><font style="font-size:12.0pt">Media Advisory 5/30/07</font></B><br> Representative Mary Brandenburg to Hold Public Meeting on Property Tax Reform. Click <a href="Press_Advisory_5_30_07.html">here</a> for complete details. </span></p><hr>', '', 'Media Advisory');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/reading2.gif" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>New! Bedtime Storytime starts April 2!</b><br>Working parents can bring children to a Bedtime Storytime at 7:00 on Thursdays starting April 2.  Since this is right before bedtime, feel free to bring children in their pajamas.  For schedule & topics, come to the Library.</p></font><hr>', '', 'BedtimeStorytime');
//PalmSprings_Index.add('<img border="0" src="images/taxes.jpg" align="right"><font face="Arial" size="2"><b>Tax Help @ the Palm Springs Library</b><br>AARP tax preparers will be at the library February 3rd to April 14th on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.  The last hour is reserved for people already signed up and waiting.  No last minute arrivals will be accepted.</font></p><hr>', '', 'TaxHelp');


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