2 August 2007 Community News for Last Week After nearly three years of weekly newsletters, I was unable to write last week's issue. I had bilateral knee replacement surgery on July 11, and have just this week gotten to the point in my recovery that I am able to get to the office to access my computer. Bouncing back from injury gets harder as I get older. Thanks for the cards and good wishes, and especially for your prayers. I appreciate it very much. Enjoy a Family Movie at Pinkerton Park Tomorrow Night The Franklin City Parks presents regular Summer Family Events, all free to the public. Tomorrow night, August 3, from 8:00-10:00pm will be the fifth of six Movies by Moonlight in Pinkerton Park. Movie titles are to be determined. For more information visit franklin-gov.com or call 794-2103. Transportation for Monday 8/6 1. Presentation on alternatives for Long Lane/Old Peytonsville Road I-65 crossings. 2. Consideration of professional services agreement for the design of Mack Hatcher Parkway Extension. 3. Discussion of the Tier 2 Report for Mack Hatcher Parkway.   4. Consideration of offer to purchase the city owned property on the North West Corner of Carothers Parkway and McEwen Drive. 5. Consideration of the abandonment of the alley along the West Side of 301 Natchez Street.   6. Discussion on the Road Impact Fee Draft. 7. Consideration of proposal for the acquisition of the retention pond site on McEwen Drive.   8. Consideration of speed limit reduction on Highway 96 East at the entrance to the Hurstbourne Development.   9. Consideration of professional services agreement for Traffic Operations Center (TOC) phase 3.   Williamson County Fair Begins Tomorrow The Williamson County Fair kicks off tomorrow and will continue until August 11 at the AgExpo Center, with more exhibits, more activities, more rides and more fun for the entire family. Check out www.williamsoncountyfair.org for special ticket packages and event schedules and to download the complete guide, What's new at the fair this year, in PDF format. Air Quality Alerts for this week Air quality alerts were issued yesterday and today. People with lung disease (including asthma), active adults and children are most affected by ground level ozone. People with heart or lung disease, older adults and children are most at risk from exposure to particle pollution. Individuals in the above groups should consider cutting back or rescheduling strenuous outdoor activities until air quality improves.  If you are sensitive to air pollution, check with your doctor for more specific steps you should take on Air Alert days.   Steps you can take to reduce air pollution: LOSE THE CAR KEYS - Share a ride to work or use public transportation. Bring your lunch, or walk to lunch instead of getting in your car. DRIVE SMART - Combine errands, skip the drive thru, limit engine idling, and avoid rush hour. DON'T GET FIRED UP ABOUT YARD WORK - Avoid using gas-powered yard equipment.   Steps you can take to protect your health: This Air Quality Alert can include predicted high levels of ozone, fine particle pollution (PM2.5), or both. The highest ozone levels usually occur from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Middle Tennessee, so reschedule or cut back on outdoor activities, particularly during these times. Active children, active adults, and people with respiratory diseases are the most vulnerable. Unhealthy levels of PM2.5 can occur at any time during the day. People with heart and lung disease, older adults and children are particularly at risk from exposure to fine particles. Cut back or reschedule strenuous outdoor activities when PM2.5 is predicted to be high.