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Driver’s License New Alabama residents must obtain a driver’s license within 30 days of entering the state. Driver’s licenses are available from the driver’s license examiner’s office listed below. If you have a valid out-of-state driver’s license, you do not have to take the written or road test, but you are required to take an eye exam. The cost for the out-of-state transfer fee is $28 cash (NOTE: These requirements are for a regular Class D license only.) If you do not have a valid out-of-state license, you are required to take a written exam and road test as well as the eye exam. The cost of a new license/renewal for Alabama state residents is $25.

You must bring with you: • Current Driver’s License • Social Security Card (name should match that of the Driver’s License) • State-issued Birth Certificate or Passport • If your name has changed, bring marriage certificate or divorce decree. • Under 18, school enrollment documents

Driver’s License Examiner’s Office: 1040 Coliseum Blvd. | (334) 272-8868

In Wetumpka: 101 East Tallassee St. | (334) 567-8871

In Prattville: 165 West 5th St. | (334) 361-3741

Vehicle Registration/Tags Vehicle titles must be transferred and Alabama automobile license plates obtained within 30 days of establishing residency. You must go to the county Probate Office to transfer your plates.

For new residents to Alabama, you will need the following to transfer your tag: • Your car • The title or copy of the original title • If it is a lien, the lien holder’s name and complete address and loan account number • Bill of sale • Identification of person it is registered to

For new residents who have moved from another Alabama county and need to renew a license tag, you must provide one of the following: • Renewal notice from previous Alabama county • Previous year’s renewal notice from the previous Alabama county • Title of the vehicle for which registration is provided

Voter Registration Remembering to register to vote in your new community is important. There is no length-of-residence requirement to vote in Montgomery, Autauga or Elmore counties.Voter registration must be completed at the County Courthouse 10 days before any election to vote in that election. To register: Online through the Secretary of State’s website: www.sos.state.al.us

Montgomery County: The County Administration Building, 100 S. Lawrence St., any public library or probate office. (334) 832-1215

Autauga County: The county courthouse in Prattville, the probate office or any public library. (334) 361-3713

Elmore County: The county courthouse in Wetumpka, the probate office or any public library. (334) 567-1150

Social Security Administration The Social Security Administration has two locations in Montgomery County. For general information and services, visit SSA offices at 4344 Carmichael Road, Suite # 100, Montgomery or call 1-866-593-0914 or 1-800-772-1213.

Utility & Cable Services

Electricity Alabama Power Company 244 Dexter Ave. | Montgomery (800) 245-2244

Central Alabama Electric Cooperative P.O. Box 681570 | Prattville (800) 545-5735

Dixie Electric Cooperative 10613 Troy Hwy. | Pike Road (334) 288-1163

Natural Gas Alabama Gas Corporation (Alagasco) www.alagasco.com 235 Lee St. | Montgomery (334) 263-2341 163 East Main St. | Prattville (334) 365-6525 Southern Natural Gas Company Cook Road | Wetumpka, AL | (334) 285-6464

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Southeast Alabama Gas District Pike Road | (800) 660-8683

To hookup Natural Gas, you’ll need to provide mailing address, street address, home and work phone numbers and Social Security number.

Water Montgomery Water Works & Sanitary Sewer Board 22 Bibb St. | Montgomery (334) 206-1600 To apply for new service, customers must complete a new service application and (1) bring a copy of the mortgage, lease or deed of purchase, (2) full name and picture identification for persons listed on the mortgage, deed or other proof of purchase, (3) Social Security numbers, (4) valid U.S. driver’s license or other identification. Hookup is the following day and requires a deposit, $100 minimum, as security against future charges. This can be waived for residential customers who are active military personnel, have had a previous year of service or establish an automatic bank draft for monthly bill payment.

Wetumpka Water Works and Sewer Board 2909 Elmore Rd. | Wetumpka (334) 567-8404 A minimum of $50 deposit required.

Prattville Water Works Board 114 E. Main St. | Prattville (334) 365-6783 There is a $25 service fee, which can typically be billed with no deposit. Customers need to provide current and previous addresses, information on prior service and Social Security number. Millbrook Utilities 3841 Grandview Rd. | (334) 285-3001 Provides for Grandview Pines area water and most of Millbrook’s sanitation needs.

Tri-Community Water System 2630 Main St. | (334) 285-4267 Provides water for areas south of Alabama Highway 14.

Elmore Water Authority Airport Rd. | (334) 285-6109 Generally services areas north of Alabama Highway 14 for water needs. Water service and distribution depend on the address.

Pike Road Water (888) 323-3687

Waste Disposal & Garbage Pick-Up Montgomery County Montgomery Sanitation Department | (334) 241-2750

Autauga County Autauga Sanitation Department | (334) 361-3611

Elmore County Elmore Sanitation Department | (334) 285-3001

Millbrook: Depending on location, contact either: Montgomery Waste Management (334) 265-8542

Advanced Disposal (Elmore Co) 1303 Washington Blvd., Tallassee | (866) 252-0458 Recycling City of Montgomery Recycling (334) 241-2925

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Millbrook Recycling Commission (334) 285-3653

Prattville Recycling Center 122 Ridgewood Rd. | (334) 361-3611 Center accepts aluminum, paper, plastic, glass and cardboard.

Wetumpka Recycle Center 205 E. Charles Ave. | (334) 567-1334

Cable Services Charter Communications (888) 536-2223

Knology Providing service to Montgomery and Prattville including Maxwell & Gunter Air Force Bases (334) 356-1000 | www.knology.com

Brighthouse Networks Providing service to: Wetumpka, Millbrook, Tallassee, Military Bases, Greenville, Fort Deposit 3996 US Hwy 231 | Wetumpka (334) 567-4344 www.MyBrighthouse.com

Request your FREE Alfa Realty Maps and Relocation Services Guide.

Let us guide you home to Montgomery and the River Region of Alabama with our tailored real estate services and valuable connections.

Denise T. Haviland, CRP, GMSRelocation Services Director

Veteran Relocation Agentwith over 20 years inthe River Region.

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Moving can be tough, but these help-ful tips can make the process just a little smoother.

1 Save Time for Fun. Research the area’s attractions and restaurants

before your first visit to house hunt. When you’re done with the “work,” then you can play. It’s a great way to lessen stress and to start getting to know your new city.

2 Kids First. Always load your moving truck with the kids’

bedroom items and toys packed in last. That way, they’re first off the truck, and you can set up their bedrooms and have access to their stuff while everything else is being unloaded. Older kids can get involved and start setting up their own rooms.

3 Just in case. Always have your prescriptions filled at your old

pharmacy before moving. In the event that there is a delay or mishap in transferring records, you’ll have at least a month’s supply while you get things straight.

4 Moving Day Must. Prepare a “moving emergency kit” for the trip

and the unloading. Include antibiotic cream, band-aids, aspirin, allergy medication, salt, pepper, plastic forks and knives, a roll of paper towels, a roll of toilet paper, magazines, coloring books and crayons, bottled water and a few snacks. These things will come in handy on the road and at your new place while you’re still unpacking.

Denise Haviland is an experienced relocation professional who has helped hundreds of families relocate to the River Region. For more moving tips, email Denise at relo@AlfaRealty.com.

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The River Region’s mild climate means you can enjoy being outside eight to nine months a year. Entertaining in your backyard — whether it’s just you and your family, you invite the neighbors over or you host a big bash — is common in the area. To beautify your yard and get your outdoor space ready, take the sage advice of two River Region outdoor experts.

Give Your Landscape Some Love • Avoid Crepe Murder. Many people trip their crepe myrtle trees back to the trunk each year and miss their winter beauty. If you’re lucky enough to have some in your yard, treat them with respect. These fast-growing trees have a lovely, graceful shape and beautiful bark that can be accentuated landscape lighting. • Consider adding a Japanese maple. They add a beautiful focal point to any landscape and are hardy enough to do well in the local soil.• Add peat moss when planting new plants, trees or shrubs to help

them adapt to our heavy clay.• Plant perennials. They’ll save you time and money since, unlike annuals, they will die back in the winter months and return in the spring. Some local favorites are Cone Flower, Crocosmia and Salvia.• Water, Water! Alabama sun is almost tropical in the summer, so watering plants in containers and pots every day is a must. Max Koslofsky is a local arborist and a certified landscape profes-sional with over eight years’ experience. CALL THE GARDEN CENTER AT 334-271-8180 FOR MORE

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Create an Inviting Outdoor Living Space • Include a grill or firepit.• Include comfy, weather-resistant furniture.• Use accessories to give your space some distinct personality. Things like candles, containers with plants, bright pillows and whimsical pieces of outdoor art can add just the right touches that make the space truly yours.• River Region summers can be hot! Remember to add some shade by creating a pergola or opt for an umbrella.Russell Brown is the general manager of Southern Homes & Gardens and Rosemont Gardens. FIND MORE INFORMATION AT

WWW.SOUTHERNHOMESANDGARDENS.COM.

LAWNIt’s just too nice to stay inside, so create a special space in the great outdoors

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Attractions & EntertainmentAlabama Shakespeare Festival273-5300

DeSoto Caverns1-800-933-2283

Faith Radio WLBF 89.1 FM271-8900

Hank Williams Museum262-3600

Hole In 1 Screen Golf593-4647

Looney’s Super Skate281-1032

Montgomery Zoo240-4900

Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts240-4333

Old Alabama Town888-240-1850

BanksBank Trust396-1000

Guardian Credit Union244-9999

BeautyMary Kay213-0444

Churches2Cities294-7263

Aldersgate UMC272-6152

Centerpoint Fellowship356-3076

Eastern Hills Baptist272-0604

Eastmont Baptist277-6300

First Baptist834-6310

Frazer UMC2727-8622

Heritage Baptist279-0643

Memorial Presbyterian274-1018

Taylor Road Baptist271-3363

Vaughn Park Chuch of Christ272-2665

Young MeadowsPresbyterian244-1385

Colleges Auburn University at Montgomery244-3000

Troy University1-800-414-5756

Dentist & OrthodonticsDentist for Children27-SMILE

Dunn & Schreiber Orthodontics270-1044

Kingry Orthodontics272-4900

Montgomery Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics277-6690

Steineker and Dillon277-5665

Trulove & Foy Orthodontics277-2980

FinancialNEXT Financial Group532-0873

FurnitureEastbrook Flea Market and Antique Mall277-4027

Gardening & LandscapeReliable Lawn Care, Inc.213-3233

Southern Homes & Garden387-0440

Vaughn Road Garden Center272-8180

Gift Boutiques

Tucker Pecan Company262-4470

Hair Salon & SpaGarbos Hair Salon277-2930

L'esprit Salon & Day Spa260-0355

Skin Spa551-1020

HealthcareAdams Drugs277-4800

Baptist Health Physician Finder273-4444

Health Wise Foods277-9925

ITEC Eyecare Facility277-9111

Plastic Surgery Associates of Montgomery284-2800

Primary Eyecare Associates271-3900

Home ServiceADT (Home Security)877-811-3616

Arrow Pest Control277-9075

Bill Bradley Plumbing & AC262-8368

Chantilly Store ALL356-2006

Cooks Pest Control273-8873

Luquire Plumbing/AC264-9666

Montgomery 311240-INFO or 3-1-1

Peaches'n Clean277-6937

Spotless Cleaning531-7231

Zap Pest Control244-7778

KidstuffAUM Youth Program244-3804

Kid's Carousel286-4689

Pump it Up277-5678

PhotographyGRACE Photography509-6077

Melissa Bridges Photography549-5009

PetGolden Animal Hospital279-7387

Montgomery Vet Associates271-1003

Preschool & KindergartenEastmont Baptist244-9324

Montessori Academy262-8685

Taylor Road Baptist271-0845

Vaughn Park M.D.O.272-2665

Private SchoolsAlabama Christian Academy277-1985

Churchill Academy270-4225

Eastwood Christian School272-8195

Evangel Christian School272-3882

Holy Cross Episcopal School395-8222

Montessori at Hampstead356-1969

Montgomery Academy272-8210

Montgomery Catholic272-7220

Saint James School273-3000

Trinity Presbyterian213-2137

Real EstateALFA Realty & Relocation224-7084

Lowder New Homes270-6789

New Park215-9215

Stone Park657-0481

The Waters272-3200

Waterscapes538-7328

Wynlakes799-6509

RenovationsNew Look271-0007

Rodger Construction, LLC318-3466

RestaurantsEast China Restaurant279-1779

Garrett's Restaurant396-9950

La Jolla356-2600

Nancy's Italian Ice356-1403

Sinclair's Bar & Grill271-7654

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