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CONNECTED 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 outof-state transfer fee is $28 cash (NOTE: These requirements are for a regular Class D license only.) If you do not have a valid outof-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
• 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
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)
Administration Building, 100 S. Lawrence St., any public library or probate office. (334) 832-1215
www.alagasco.com 235 Lee St. | Montgomery (334) 263-2341 163 East Main St. | Prattville (334) 365-6525
Autauga County: The county courthouse
Southern Natural Gas Company
Montgomery County: The County
in Prattville, the probate office or any public library. (334) 361-3713 www.knowthecommunity.com
Cook Road | Wetumpka, AL | (334) 285-6464
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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:
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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
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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.
Millbrook Recycling Commission (334)
Pike Road Water
285-3653
(888) 323-3687
Waste Disposal & Garbage Pick-Up
Prattville Recycling Center
Montgomery Sanitation Department | (334) 241-2750
122 Ridgewood Rd. | (334) 361-3611 Center accepts aluminum, paper, plastic, glass and cardboard.
Autauga County
Wetumpka Recycle Center
Montgomery County
Autauga Sanitation Department | (334) 361-3611
205 E. Charles Ave. | (334) 567-1334
Elmore County
Charter Communications
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
Cable Services (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
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.
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, GMS Relocation Services Director
Tri-Community Water System
Veteran Relocation Agent with over 20 years in the River Region.
2630 Main St. | (334) 285-4267 Provides water for areas south of Alabama Highway 14.
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Elmore Water Authority
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Airport Rd. | (334) 285-6109 Generally services areas north of Alabama Highway 14 for water needs. Water service and distribution depend on the address.
866-283-2532 334-224-7084
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GET IN THE KNOW Moving can be tough, but these helpful 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
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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. Know the Community
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.
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LAWN LIVING It’s just too nice to stay inside, so create a special space in the great outdoors 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.
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• 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 professional with over eight years’ experience. CALL THE GARDEN CENTER AT 334-271-8180 FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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.
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Attractions & Entertainment
Memorial Presbyterian 274-1018
Alabama Shakespeare Festival 273-5300 DeSoto Caverns 1-800-933-2283 Faith Radio WLBF 89.1 FM 271-8900 Hank Williams Museum 262-3600
Taylor Road Baptist 271-3363 Vaughn Park Chuch of Christ 272-2665 Young MeadowsPresbyterian 244-1385
Colleges
Hair Salon & Spa Garbos Hair Salon 277-2930
L'esprit Salon & Day Spa 260-0355 Skin Spa 551-1020
Healthcare Adams Drugs 277-4800
Kid's Carousel 286-4689 Pump it Up 277-5678
Photography
Melissa Bridges Photography 549-5009
Stone Park 657-0481
Pet
The Waters 272-3200
Looney’s Super Skate 281-1032
Troy University 1-800-414-5756
Health Wise Foods 277-9925
Montgomery Vet Associates 271-1003
Montgomery Zoo 240-4900
Dentist & Orthodontics
ITEC Eyecare Facility 277-9111
Preschool & Kindergarten
Old Alabama Town 888-240-1850
Banks
Bank Trust 396-1000 Guardian Credit Union 244-9999
Beauty
Dentist for Children 27-SMILE Dunn & Schreiber Orthodontics 270-1044 Kingry Orthodontics 272-4900 Montgomery Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics 277-6690 Steineker and Dillon 277-5665
Mary Kay 213-0444
Trulove & Foy Orthodontics 277-2980
Churches
Financial
2Cities 294-7263
Aldersgate UMC 272-6152 Centerpoint Fellowship 356-3076 Eastern Hills Baptist 272-0604
NEXT Financial Group 532-0873
Furniture
Eastbrook Flea Market and Antique Mall 277-4027
Gardening & Landscape Reliable Lawn Care, Inc. 213-3233
Eastmont Baptist 277-6300
Southern Homes & Garden 387-0440
First Baptist 834-6310
Vaughn Road Garden Center 272-8180
Frazer UMC 2727-8622
Gift Boutiques
Heritage Baptist 279-0643
Tucker Pecan Company 262-4470
Plastic Surgery Associates of Montgomery 284-2800 Primary Eyecare Associates 271-3900
Home Service
Golden Animal Hospital 279-7387
Eastmont Baptist 244-9324 Montessori Academy 262-8685 Taylor Road Baptist 271-0845
ADT (Home Security) 877-811-3616
Vaughn Park M.D.O. 272-2665
Arrow Pest Control 277-9075
Private Schools
Bill Bradley Plumbing & AC 262-8368 Chantilly Store ALL 356-2006 Cooks Pest Control 273-8873 Luquire Plumbing/AC 264-9666 Montgomery 311 240-INFO or 3-1-1 Peaches'n Clean 277-6937 Spotless Cleaning 531-7231 Zap Pest Control 244-7778
Kidstuff
AUM Youth Program 244-3804
Lowder New Homes 270-6789 New Park 215-9215
Auburn University at Montgomery 244-3000
Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts 240-4333
ALFA Realty & Relocation 224-7084
GRACE Photography 509-6077
Hole In 1 Screen Golf 593-4647
Baptist Health Physician Finder 273-4444
Real Estate
Alabama Christian Academy 277-1985 Churchill Academy 270-4225 Eastwood Christian School 272-8195
Waterscapes 538-7328 Wynlakes 799-6509
Renovations New Look 271-0007
Rodger Construction, LLC 318-3466
Restaurants
East China Restaurant 279-1779 Garrett's Restaurant 396-9950 La Jolla 356-2600 Nancy's Italian Ice 356-1403 Sinclair's Bar & Grill 271-7654
Evangel Christian School 272-3882 Holy Cross Episcopal School 395-8222 Montessori at Hampstead 356-1969 Montgomery Academy 272-8210 Montgomery Catholic 272-7220 Saint James School 273-3000 Trinity Presbyterian 213-2137
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