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Message from Your Council Member....
Greetings District 6 Friends -
Welcome to the next edition of the weekly newsletter! We hope you find items of interest in the articles and at the links provided. Please let us know if you have ideas, information, or events you would like to see featured in a future edition. We always welcome your feedback and suggestions.
Have a great weekend!
Janet L. Miller
District 6
City Council
316-268-4331
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 City Issues RFQ to Develop Land Near New Library
The City of Wichita has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to develop approximately 7.2 acres adjacent to the new Advance Learning Library at McLean
and Sycamore and the River Vista apartment development.
"It is an exciting time for downtown Wichita and the Delano district with numerous development projects rising up in these areas," said Scot Rigby, Assistant City Manager and Development Services Director. "These two adjacent properties, bounded by more than $70 million dollars in private/public investment, provide a
unique opportunity for development teams to propose mixed use projects that build upon those investments and excitement."
The City is marketing two parcels for redevelopment in an area considered a catalyst site for Downtown and the Arkansas River, according to Project Downtown, Master Plan for Wichita. The RFQ provides the opportunity to develop one or both parcels.
The RFQ is designed to provide a multi-story, mixed-use development consistent with the vision of Project Downtown and nearby Delano district, including providing a public gathering space and public greenway in the former railroad corridor.
RFQs are being mailed to local and regional developers and brokers. Please direct questions to Scot Rigby at [email protected] or (316) 268-4524. The RFQ is available online at Wichita.gov/RFQ.
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On the heels of our successful July 4 Block Party in 2015, the Wichita Parks Foundation will host Red, White & BOOM! 2016
Monday, July 4th
5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Downtown on the Hyatt Lawn,
the Lewis Street Bridge, and Water Street
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| Love or Hate, Ready or Not, Here They Come
The non-emergency number for fireworks and nuisance complaints during the 4th of July weekend is
316-290-1011
The non-emergency line will be staffed during the following times
6:30 PM on Friday, July 1st through 3:00 AM on Saturday, July 2nd
6:30 PM Saturday, July 2nd through 3:00 AM on Sunday, July 3rd
6:30 PM on Sunday, July 3rd through 3:00 AM on Monday, July 4th
6:30 PM on Monday, July 4th through 3:00 AM on Tuesday, July 5th
Be kind to your neighbors who have pets, children, and/or have to work on these days. Not everyone gets to stay up and sleep in, so let's all be considerate of others.
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This program provides assistance to homeowners to update and preserve their property with a fresh coat of paint. The paint is free and homeowners can choose the color of paint from a wide selection. The paint is available between April 1 and September 15. To qualify for the free paint:
- The house must be located within the City of Wichita.
- Eligible household income must not exceed eighty percent (80%) of median income. 2016 Federal Income Limits
- The house must be owner-occupied, and real estate taxes must be paid current.
- The owner must apply the paint to the structure within six months of receiving it.
- Senior citizens, 62 years of age or older, may qualify for labor grants, provided they are owner-occupants and provided funding is available.
For more information or to apply for paint, call (316) 462-3713 during the paint program period.
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Tuesdays on the Terrace at Botanica
Relax and unwind at Tuesdays On The Terrace, your favorite after-work party! Each Tuesday night from June to September, the Garden mixes things up with live music, happy hour and horticulture.
Enjoy cocktails, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages from The Bar's Open from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and view the summer garden until 8 p.m.
Clear your schedule, pack a picnic, call your friends and relax in the Gardens with Tuesdays on the Terrace. Food provided by Friends of Botanica and every 3rd
Tuesday by Molino's.
Click here for full summer schedule
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Date
: July 11
, 2016
Location
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Evergreen Park & Recreation
Time: 6:30 p.m.
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Date: June 25
, 2016
Location
: Downtown YMCA
in the
Community Room
Time: 9 a.m.
Guest: Troy Houtman, Director of Parks and Recreation
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Wichita Public Golf Courses
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The City of Wichita has developed an annual action plan which identifies the 2016-17 spending priorities for federal funds received for the benefit of low and moderate income persons. A copy of the plan is available for viewing here: Community Investments Program Year Plans. A substantial amendment to the Third Program Year Action Plan has been proposed to allocate additional funds, and the public is encouraged to review and comment on the proposed amendment. A summary of the amendment can be viewed here: Summary of substantial amendment.
Comments can be submitted to Lesa Lank at the Housing and Community Services Department, 332 N. Riverview, Wichita KS, 67203, or by email to [email protected]. Written comments will be accepted through July 22, 2016.
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City of Wichita, Office of Community Services | 316-303-8042 |
2700 N. Woodland
Wichita, KS 67204
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