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Water Meters Effective November 1

The City of Carmine has determined it necessary to establish a requirement that the city assume the responsibility to read all water meters, effective Nov. 1, 2024. The $2 meter reading fee will now be applied to all customers.

In addition, the city is requiring each water customer to maintain the area around his or her water meter. It must be kept clear of vegetation or obstruction of any kind, to allow the city to access the meter.

Penalties may be imposed for those not in compliance. Ordinance #78-2024, regarding these matters, may be reviewed online at cityofcarmine. com or in person at City Hall, 260 Luther LN, Carmine, TX 78932.

RT-C School News 

Round Top-Carmine varsity volleyball team is scheduled to host Waelder on Oct. 25 at 5 p.m. Jr. High, JV and varsity teams host Fayetteville on Oct. 29 at 4 p.m. This will be senior night.

Oct. 25-31 is Red Ribbon Week.

The end of cycle two (second six-weeks grading period) is on Oct. 31, when there will be a Halloween celebration. Classes will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.

Students have a holiday on Nov. 1; while teachers have a professional development day.

Mayer Cemetery Association The Mayer Cemetery Association will have their annual meeting on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m., at the Round Top Real Estate office at 101 Main St, Round Top, TX.

Reports will be given on cemetery needs such as mowing and upkeep funds, Mayer Cemetery Association Bylaws revisions, the annual election of officers, and other items. All are welcome to attend.

Call Tom Menn at (281) 485-3719 before Nov. 17 for directions. Donations may be sent to Monty Mayer, Treasurer, P. O. Box 232, Carmine, TX 78932.

Dumpsters at City Hall 

The city of Carmine will have dumpsters at City Hall on Nov. 15 and 16. On Saturday, the hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. and on Sunday, 8 a.m. noon.

You must be a resident of Carmine with proof of residency and must be able to load and unload it yourself.

Cost for a truck load is $25 and for a trailer load is $50.

Prohibited items include tires, household hazardous waste (such as paint, oil, chemicals, and pesticides), refrigerators, E-waste (such as computers, monitors, and household electronic items with internal components like mercury and other heavy metals). Burn Ban in Effect

A burn ban is in effect for Fayette County. The firefighters appreciate your cooperation. Meals on Wheels

Senior Citizens Meals on Wheels with Combined Community Action is on Wednesdays at Martin Luther Lutheran Church Mission and Ministry Building located at 250 Augsburg Ave. in Carmine.

Come early to play dominoes and enjoy the camaraderie. Hours are 9-11:30 a.m.

Food usually arrives about 10 a.m. and must be picked up by 11:30 a.m. Five meals come in a box along with milk, dessert, and bread for a donation of $10. This makes it $2 per meal. It is for seniors age 60 and up.

To sign up, come by on any Wednesday morning to fill out the paperwork. For more information, contact Marilyn Wagner at (979) 2774134. MLLC News

AA meets Saturday at 8:30 a.m.

Saturday worship with Holy Communion is at 6 p.m.

Sunday School is Sunday at 9 a.m.

Sunday worship with Holy communion, observing All Saints Sunday, is at 10 a.m. Persons who have died since the last All Saints Sunday will be remembered.

The Rev. David Tinker is the pastor.

Birthdays 

Birthday wishes are extended to Lauren O’Malley-Oct. 29; Casey Lange and Matthew Roemer-31; Kamryn Hinze-Nov. 1; Savana Lehmann-2; and Kenney Hinze-3.

Have News? 

If you have news for the Carmine column, you may email me at w5ten@industryinet. com or call (979) 2783645, or send it to P.O. Box 95, Carmine, TX 78932.