City Of Oak Ridge

The City of Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department will host its annual Community Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 12 at 11 a.m. The free egg hunt will be a traditional style Egg Hunt held at A.K. Bissell Park. Parking will be available at both the East and West Civic Center parking lots. In the event of severe weather, eggs and prizes will be handed out via drive through at the Oak Ridge Recreation Center.? The event is designed for children ages 4 through fourth grade. Some of the prizes may be considered choking hazards for children under 4.? The Recreation and Parks Department staff will make a reasonable effort to provide appropriate accommodations for children who require an accessible area to hunt. Parents are encouraged to call the Recreation and Parks Department at (865) 425-3450 to make arrangements. Adult volunteers (aged 16 and up) are needed to hide eggs, supervise the hunt areas, and assist participants. All volunteers should be prepared to work from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the day of the event and should dress according to the weather. The first 50 volunteers to sign up will receive an event T-shirt. A pizza lunch will be served to all volunteers immediately following the event. The Youth Advisory Board will also be hosting its second annual ‘Art in the Park’ during the event so keep an eye out for sidewalk chalk artwork and more.? For more information, call the Recreation Center front desk at (865) 425-3450 or visit the Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks website at?orrecparks.oakridgetn.gov. LINK TO SHARE: https://lnkd.in/grBvQRAC

?????? ?????????? ?????????????????? ???????? ?????????? ???????????? Schedule + Guidelines: https://lnkd.in/gtxhH8M8 The citywide household trash pickup program will begin Monday, March 31, 2025. The new schedule lists a group of roads and streets to be serviced over the course of the full week, instead of on specific days. Residents are asked to have their materials out by 7 a.m. on the Monday of their scheduled week for pickup. Household rubbish, old appliances, and minor remodeling materials will be picked up. ???????????? ???????? ???????? ?????? ???????????????? ???????????????? ???? ?? ?????????????? ?????????? ?????? ?????? ???????? ???????????????????????? ???????? ?????? ???????????? ???????????????? ?????? ???? ?????????????? ???????????????????? ??????/???? ?????? ???????????? ???? ?????????????????????????? ???? ??????????????????. ?????? ???????? ??????????????????????, ???????????? ?????????????? ?????????? ?????????????????????? ???? ?????????????????? ???? (??????) ??????-????????.

Whether you're considering a new career or are already a firefighter looking for a fresh opportunity, the Oak Ridge Fire Department is looking for you. Visit oakridgetn.gov/jobs to find more information and to apply. ORFD is accepting applications for: ? Firefighter-Trainee ? Firefighter-Engineer ? Firefighter-EMT ? Firefighter-Paramedic The application period closes on April 9, 2025, at 12 PM Eastern. ORFD works a "48 on / 96 off" schedule, participates in the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS), offers generous leave accrual (begins at 16.36 hours per pay period), and abundant training opportunities. https://lnkd.in/gZMXrzwb

Find your lucky charm in our furry friends! We're celebrating all week with half-off adoption fees. Adoption fees have been reduced to $55 (with approved applications) for all animals in support of this event (normal adoption fee rate: $110). The shelter is open to the public Tuesday to Saturday, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. LINK: https://lnkd.in/g-jyPaAU

PLEASE SHARE: We sometimes hear that it's difficult to give input to the City of Oak Ridge Government so we want to make you aware of this opportunity!! We need you to help us draft the next comprehensive plan. This plan will serve as the City’s roadmap for the next 20 years. The City Council, Planning Commission, and City Staff will use the Plan to make significant land use, budgeting, and development decisions. This Comprehensive Plan update will include specific implementation steps and expand the existing City Blueprint to help guide decisions related to future land use, neighborhood planning, five small focus areas, transportation and infrastructure, and redevelopment and infill opportunities. To leave your vision or take the survey, visit https://lnkd.in/ght6TD5j. To contact the Planning & Development Department call (865) 425-3531 or email [email protected].

We are hiring lifeguards right now! Visit oakridgetn.gov/apply Read more: https://lnkd.in/gGfTcDgt

REMINDER: It is dry! The burn ban we issued remains in effect. As a reminder, you need a permit to burn in the City of Oak Ridge. Due to the current weather and extended dry conditions in our region, no burn permits will be issued until further notice. Outdoor burning without a permit is banned by city ordinance. Please call ORFD with any further questions at (865) 425-3520.

Lithium-ion batteries supply power to many kinds of devices including smartphones, laptops, e-scooters and e-bikes, e-cigarettes, smoke alarms, toys, and even cars. If not used correctly, or if damaged, these batteries can catch on fire or explode. Whenever you come in contact or use a lithium-ion battery, use with caution.

?? The inaugural meeting of the newly created Arts, Culture, and History Alliance Advisory Board was held last week at the Oak Ridge Public Library! Officers elected were Greta Ownby, Chair; Beth Shea, Vice-Chair; and Tristy Berryhill, Secretary. The Staff Liaison for the Board is Library Director Julie Forkner, and the Board will meet on the 2nd Wednesday of each month starting in April at 5 pm. We hope you'll join us! As a reminder, City Council meets tonight at 7 pm in the Central Services Complex.

Oak Ridge Fire Chief Travis Solomon has issued a temporary burn ban effective immediately. Due to the current weather, including a wind advisory and extended dry conditions in our region, no burn permits will be issued until further notice. Outdoor burning without a permit is banned by city ordinance. Please call ORFD with any further questions at (865) 425-3520.