Get Connected

While you are undoubtedly excited about getting involved in your new community, the mechanics of settling into your physical residence need to be addressed for a seamless transition. Here is a quick and easy guide to the basics of setting up utilities, obtaining internet and phone services and changing your address, so you can start exploring the beautiful Lake Martin area as soon as possible.

CABLE SERVICE/INTERNET

Local cable television services for business and residential customers in Alexander City and portions of the Lake Martin area are provided by Charter Spectrum. Visit spectrum.com to get started. In selected areas, Troy Cable also provides residential service. Get started at troycable. net. Satellite television services are available in outlying areas, and there are flexible options for internet bandwidth and download speed to meet business and residential needs. DirecTV and Dish TV provide satellite service in the area. Check out the websites at directv.com or dish.com for packages and pricing.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

Despite today’s mobile society, changing your mailing address is still an important step to take when moving to a new home. Complete forms online at usps.com or in person at the local post office. Stop in at the Alexander City Post Office at 233 Lee St. The local post office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturdays. Post office boxes are accessible 24 hours a day.

In Dadeville, the post office is located at 140 S. Spring St. and is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Mondays and Fridays and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. The office opens from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays.

PHONE SERVICES

All of the major cell service providers are available in Alexander City and the surrounding area. Inquire online or at local offices to find a plan that fits your needs. For landline connections, there are several options, including Spectrum and AT&T, which provides local and long-distance options, with bundled packages for internet and television service.

AT&T 4529 U.S. Route 280, Alexander City AL 35010 256-229-3755 att.com Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Verizon Wireless 949 Market Pl Unit 14, Alexander City AL 35010 256-234-6563 verizon.com Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Spectrum 879 Market Pl, Alexander City AL 35010 866-874-2389 spectrum.com/mobile Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m.-5 p.m.

CITY UTILITIES

The utilities associated with most residential buildings in Alexander City are provided by the City and billed on one monthly statement, but there are select areas in town that receive electrical service from Alabama Power Company. To activate city services, visit the Municipal Complex in person at 281 James D. Nabors Dr. with two forms of identification, including a copy of your lease or deed to verify the address. There also will be an associated deposit.

The Municipal Complex is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Utility bills also can be paid at 24-hour drop boxes,located at the Cooper Rec Center or call 256-329-6710. Mail payment to Utility Collections at P.O. Box 552 or pay online at alexandercityonline.com/onlinebill-pay.

Start Alabama Power service by calling 800-245-2244 or online at customerservice2.southerncompany.com. Report power outages to Alabama Power at this number as well.

GARBAGE PICK UP

GFL Environmental provides curbside waste collection services for Alexander City. Call 256-329-6700 (Option 1) to set up services. The City of Alexander City provides brush pickup service to residents in city limits. For pick-up routes and schedules, visit alexandercityonline.com.

DRIVER’S LICENSE & VEHICLE REGISTRATION

For new licenses or to surrender an out-of-state driver’s license and obtain an Alabama license, the C.J. Coley Courthouse Annex at 395 Lee St. in Alexander City is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Testing is conducted only on the third Tuesday and Wednesday of each month. The Dadeville office is located in the Tallapoosa County Courthouse at 125 N. Broadnax St. and is open on Mondays from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Visit tallaco.com for more information.

VOTER REGISTRATION

You must be registered at least 10 days before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. To register, download and print the State of Alabama Postcard Voter Registration Application at tallaco.com. Complete the form and mail it to the voter registration office or hand-deliver it to the Tallapoosa County Courthouse at 125 N. Broadnax St., Dadeville. Call 256-825-1081 to learn your assigned polling place.

SOCIAL SECURITY

The Social Security Administration office in Alexander City located at 63 Aliant Parkway and is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

To receive a new or replacement card, applicants must provide a valid driver’s license or identification card, insurance card, marriage certificate, divorce papers or school records. It takes about 10 days to receive the new Social Security card, but there is no charge. For basic issues, residents can call the automated Social Security line at 877-405-0483. Visit socialsecurity.gov to apply directly for Medicaid, disability benefits or a Social Security card, check on an application status, plan for retirement and more.