If you are interested in claiming space at the new Community Garden, you may need to act fast. As of July 26th, only 21 plots remained available as the Addison Arbor Foundation found plenty of interest in the project.
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Got Leftover Paint or Oil? Here’s What to Do!
You’ve just finished a remodeling project, and you’ve got all kinds of not-quite-empty paint cans. You like to change your own oil, but aren’t sure how to dispose of the old stuff.
What to do?
With a little help from the Town of Addison, you can get rid of these unwanted items at the Dallas County Home Chemical Collection Center…and for free.
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If you’ve checked out the rose bushes across the street from the Addison Athletic Club and wondered why they seemed to be doing so well in the withering summer heat, here’s your answer.
These are no average blooms. Instead, they’re the product of extensive research that has produced roses that enhance their surroundings while requiring a bare minimum of care and feeding.
These are Earth-Kind roses, recipients of a special designation awarded by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service at Texas A&M University through the Earth-Kind landscaping program.
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Welcome to Addison Green
The Town of Addison City Council, City Manager and Town staff are committed to taking action to make Addison a leader in sustainable development and operations that protect and enhance the Town’s quality of life.
>> Read more about our sustainability commitment
Jul-29-2010
Air ducts should be sealed with mastic sealant, a putty-like material that can be purchased at hardware stores. Because of the Texas heat, the glue on traditional duct tape dries out and loses its adhesive quality. Mastic never totally hardens so it doesn't dry out loosen with age.