During a recent government meeting, Universal City officials highlighted several upcoming community events and initiatives aimed at enhancing public safety and community engagement.

The meeting began with a reminder about Heroes Day, scheduled for Saturday, October 5th, at 10 AM, where the fire and police departments will host an open house. City council members were encouraged to attend and support local emergency services.

Additionally, the city announced its Spring Cleanup, set for October 17-20 and October 24-27, urging residents to declutter their homes and yards. Waste management will conduct brush pickups starting October 28 and concluding with the final pickup on November 25, with residents reminded to place their brush out the Wednesday prior.

A significant infrastructure update was also discussed, with a bid opening for the Kitty Hawk Thoroughfare, commonly known as the Walmart entrance, scheduled for October 7. If all goes well, the council anticipates approving the contract by October 15.

The meeting also addressed ongoing projects at Olympic Hills Golf and Event, with a presentation planned for October 15 to update the community on progress.

In a notable development for local media, the city is nearing completion of its technical capabilities for UCTV, with plans to provide 480 minutes of continuous content. This will include educational programming, recruitment videos for police and fire departments, and segments featuring local businesses and community opinions.

The meeting concluded with a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week, which will take place from October 6 to 12, 2024. Mayor Tom Maxwell emphasized the importance of working smoke alarms in homes, urging residents to ensure their smoke alarms are functional and to develop fire escape plans. The proclamation aims to raise awareness about fire safety and the critical role of smoke alarms in preventing fire-related tragedies.