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District IV Newsletter
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Office of Community Services
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MESSAGE FROM JEFF BLUBAUGH...
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With the high temperatures and higher than normal rainfall in August, I have noticed tall grass and weeds in many of our city easements and parks. The City of Wichita has contracted out most of the mowing around the city and the authorities are telling us that the contractors are now behind on their jobs which is causing the City to appear negligent in their responsible areas. The original idea behind using private contractors for the mowing of city owned properties was to save the taxpayers money. This plan is being revisited due to the problems we have experienced this year. Meanwhile, when reporting tall grass and weeds there are two common phone numbers:
private properties -
268-4481 and/or
parks & city owned properties -
350-3171
We appreciate your patience while working through this. In a couple of months the mowing duties will dwindle down as colder weather moves in. But please continue to call us with your concerns and reporting problems that you see.
Have a great Labor Day weekend!
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8404 West Kellogg Drive
800-366-6228
MidAmerican Credit Union was federally chartered in 1936 as Kansas Federal Credit Union to serve any employee/volunteer of a credit union or credit union association and their family members who at the time were unable to borrow from the credit union they served. They became a state chartered credit union, opened the field of membership and became MidAmerican Credit Union in 1979, after legislation in the 1970's allowed employees and volunteers full access to their own credit unions. 80 years later, MidAmerican Credit Union is focused more than ever on serving their customers and communities! Just recently they opened a Member Contact Center at their headquarters which is staffed by eight employees all dedicated to handling member service calls during normal business hours. MidAmerican now has 11 full-service branches in Kansas, six in the Wichita area alone. All in all they have 110 employees and all the products and services that you want and need in today's world. They also have more than 610 businesses who partner with them to provide financial services to their employees. So what's the difference between a traditional bank and a credit union? A credit union's profits are distributed right back to their members. Because of this, credit unions often charge lower fees and pay higher interest rates on savings, money market, and checking accounts. And they tend to offer lower rates on car loans also! So next time you are in this area or near one of their branches, stop in and I guarantee that you will be greeted with a smile!
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Headquarters for MidAmerican Credit Union is located in Wichita's very own District IV at 8404 Kellogg Drive. Simply take the Tyler exit and you will see it.
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| L to R: VP Kim Wheelock, VP Mike Welli, Remote Services & Sales Manager Kathy Garofalo, and Councilman Jeff Blubaugh visiting about the various services available |
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MidAmerican is so dedicated to serving their customers that they now have a state-wide Member Contact Center staffed with friendly, knowledgeable employees
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DISTRICT IV EVENTS & NEWS
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City of Wichita Closures
In observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 5, the following City of Wichita
facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood Resource Centers,
Wichita Public Library locations, Animal Shelter, Park & Recreation centers, Great Plains Nature Center, Old Cowtown Museum, Mid-America All-Indian Center, Century II administrative offices, Transit administrative offices, Wichita Art Museum, CityArts, Water Center, Brooks C & D Landfill and Environmental Health offices. Additionally, there will be no food handler classes.
- Wichita Transit bus service and Paratransit service will not operate on Monday.
- OJ Watson Park will be open 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday. Rides will run noon to 8 p.m.
- Botanica Gardens, Riverside Tennis Center and municipal golf courses are open regular hours on Monday
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"INNOVATION, CHANGE AND RISK"
Executive coach to share insights
with community leaders Sept. 8
Jason Jaggard, an executive coach, speaker, author and social innovator, will bring his message of how we can help ourselves and others reach our collective potential to Wichita business, entrepreneurial and community leaders during two sessions at Friends University.
He will speak about "Innovation, Change and Risk" Thursday, Sept. 8, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Davis Administration Building's Alumni Auditorium at 2100 W. University Ave. A reception with light refreshments will follow the presentation. He will also present a session on "Identifying and Maximizing Your Uniqueness" Sept. 8 from 9:30 to 10:20 a.m. in Alumni Auditorium. Both events are free and open to the public.
Jaggard is a founding partner of Novus Global, which offers workshops, keynotes and coaching to leaders and companies. He also founded Spark Good, a company that creates tools, media and communities. As an accomplished public speaker, Jaggard's presenting style has been described as "challenging, hilarious, brilliant, conversational and inspiring." His book, "Spark: Transform Your World One Small Risk at a Time," explains how habitually taking healthy risks can help individuals achieve their goals.
"Because of Jason's experience, we know that those who attend the presentation will be more motivated to take risks and change the world," said Dr. Guy Chmieleski, Friends University campus pastor and dean of campus ministries. "Jason will equip everyone in his audience with the ability to solve social challenges better than he or she ever thought they could."
For more information, contact 316-295-5746.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2nd and SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3rd
ICT FEST, an all-ages festival
200 N Osage, DelanoWichita
24 bands and 3 food trucks
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WINE MOSEY - Sept. 18th
4 pm - 8 pm
Historic Wichita Cowtown
Only at Cowtown could wine tasting and stagecoach rides make such a perfect combination. The Museum is hosting its 8th Annual Wine Mosey, a fundraiser for the museum. Tickets are available to purchase by phone at
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District IV Advisory Board and Neighborhood Associations
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The District IV Advisory Board meets the
first Monday of the month at the Lional Alford Library, 3447 S. Meridian, Wichita KS 67217. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. For a listing of the 2016 meeting schedule,
click here
To see a listing of the meeting schedule for District IV's neighborhood associations,
click here
District IV and the City of Wichita are looking for board members! To see what's available,
click here
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DISTRICT IV FACEBOOK PAGE
Do you ever wonder what District IV is currently up to? Click
here to join the action, leave a request, or simply "like" our posts.
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DISTRICT IV SAFETY REPORTS
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DRIVER'S LICENSE SUSPENDED, REVOKED?
GET A HARDSHIP LICENSE!
Attend and apply at a workshop to get a legal, restricted driver's license.
When: Saturday, September 17th
Time: 11 am - 2 pm
Place: Atwater Center, 2755 E 19th St N
Call: 316-303-8017 for more information
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TO REPORT A MISSING OR DAMAGED STREET SIGN, MALFUNCTIONING SIGNAL, OR OTHER PROBLEM WITH TRAFFIC,
CALL 316-268-4501.
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HOW TO BUILD A SAFER NEIGHBORHOOD
Nextdoor.com is the free private social network for you, your neighbors and your community. It's the easiest way for you and your neighbors to talk online and make all of your lives better in the real world. And it's free!
Thousands of neighborhoods are already using Nextdoor to build happier, safer places to call home.
And it's only for you and your neighbors!!
Nextdoor's mission is to use the power of technology to build stronger and safer neighborhoods. Click
here
for more information.
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THE WICHITA POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS YOU COVERED!
District IV is covered by two WPD substations that are accessible Monday thru Friday, 8am - 5pm.
Patrol South is located at 211 E Pawnee, and their phone number is 350-3440. Patrol West is located at 661 N Elder, and their phone number is 350-3460.
You are free to walk in during those hours to record an incident report (minor traffic accidents, vandalism, larceny from your vehicle, stolen property, etc.) Of course if it is a more serious offense that requires an officer on site, please call 911 as they are able to dispatch officers to the scene.
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SAFE STREETS ICT:
Rules and Guidance for
Safely Sharing Wichita Streets
With the bicyclists out and about this summer, it's a good idea to know the proper way to pass a cyclist if you are in a car, and what all the street markings indicate. If you are a bicyclist, it's a good idea to know proper traffic etiquette, and the rules that apply to all. To see a well diagrammed brochure that highlights tips and rules for using and sharing city streets,
click here
. And when in doubt, err on the side of caution!
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Crime Stoppers encourages citizens to call if they have information about a felony crime, and wish to remain anonymous. This means that they have not directly contacted law enforcement. Crime Stoppers always encourages cooperation with law enforcement, but in those cases where citizens do not want to call police, they are encouraged to provide the information they have anonymously through Crime Stoppers by one of the following ways:
Call
(316) 267-2111 or 1-800-222-TIPS;
Text
TIP217 plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or r
eport a tip online
here!
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GET TO KNOW WICHITA POLICE
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10th
Support local merchants, and save money! Simply purchase a re-usable 2nd Saturday shopping bag or keycard for $5 and receive discounts at any of our participating merchants. Check their website monthly to see where you can save!
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September 17 & 18
at O.J. Watson Park
Focus on family fun and taking time to PLAY! Enjoy kayaks, inflatables, disc golf, pedal boats, mini-golf, music, face painting, footgolf and much more!
Click here for more information...
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WICHITA OFFICIALLY KICKS OFF THIS
YEAR'S "BIG READ"
(and it's a hot one!)
Author Ray Bradbury's novel, Fahrenheit 451, is a masterwork of twentieth-century literature set in the future where literature is on the brink of extinction. In fact, it is illegal to own any books in this world. Firemen are trained to set books on fire (the temperature must be 451 degrees Fahrenheit) and destroy the houses in which they are hidden.
Guy Montag, fireman and main character of the book, considers his destructive job to be just a job and nothing else. But then he meets a new acquaintance that changes his views and his life. The book is full of mystery, suspense, and action!
Some will remember this book as required high school reading, and will want to read it again. It's a MUST read for those who haven't. The library has it available for free in book form, audio, and can also be checked out on your e-reader. Join in the conversation across the City as thousands take part of the BIG READ this year!
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ICTrees is planning their fall plantings
which will occur from mid September through the week before Thanksgiving this year.
Last year they planted over 750 trees and engaged more than 400 community volunteers who committed over 1,000 hours of there time to accomplish this.
This year they would like to plant 1,000 trees. They are looking for suitable planting locations. If you know of an organization in your district such as a church, homeowners association, civic club, etc. that would benefit from trees planted on their property; please encourage them to contact ICTrees. Email
trees@ictrees.org
or call 316-302-6633 for more information.
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Library to Host Local Author Day
Are you interested in learning about the depth of Wichita's writing community? Join us for Wichita Public Library's first ever
Local Author Day.
Meet and talk with authors from Wichita and the surrounding area and discover your next favorite book!
If are a local author that would be interested in presenting your work at this program, please call 316-261-8580 to reserve your space today!
This program is funded in part by the South Central Kansas Library System. SCKLS serves 147 participating public libraries, school districts, academic libraries, and special libraries in twelve counties. The mission of the South Central Kansas Library System is to assist member libraries to provide excellent service to their communities.
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The fountains at night. |
Wichita's hub for arts
and entertainment is Downtown.
for a schedule of days and times of events!
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COMING SOON SO SAVE THE DATE!
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| Over 35 exhibitors to help you see, experience, and answer your questions on how to be as mobile as possible |
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OCTOBER 7, 2016
2 BLOCKS SOUTH OF KELLOGG ON TYLER ROAD
CALL 722-4291 FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TIMES
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Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport has a magazine just for you travelers.
Check it out!
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AMERICAN AIRLINES is bringing back large jet service to the Wichita - Dallas market starting Tuesday, August 23. To reintroduce large jet service, American will operate two MD-80 round-trip flights between Aug. 23 and 30 and three round-trip flights between Aug. 31 and Oct. 5.
After Oct. 5, American will have one daily round-trip flight on mainline aircraft between ICT-DFW. In addition to the MD-80s, American will use 50- and 76-seat regional jets. The large jet service will reduce frequency from seven to six daily flights but provide more seats.
The MD-80 has 140 total seats, 124 coach cabin, (only one middle seat per row in coach class), and 16 first-class seats. The MD-80s are equipped with inflight Wi-Fi and DC power outlets in select rows. For further information, go to www.flywichita.com
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DISTRICT IV STREET CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
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TO SEE
THE LATEST NEWS FROM KDOT ON WICHITA PROGRAMS, CLICK ON
WICHWAY
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MERIDIAN STREET CONSTRUCTION UPDATE!
The east side of Meridian is now underway. There is still water accumulating after a strong rain, but not as much and the main hindrance now is that the rain slows down the construction process. However, the construction is staying on course and we will all be glad when it's behind us. Plus, kudos to Greg Baalman, City of Wichita, for keeping this project on course and looking forward to May 2017!
PAWNEE BRIDGE IS NOW CLOSED AGAIN
Repair work on the Pawnee Bridge is set to resume after a month long delay due to active migratory bird nests under the bridge. The nests are federally protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. United States Fish and Wildlife Service inspected the bridge on Monday with City staff and determined work could resume.
Due to the extent of repair work needed and to protect the safety of the traveling public, the bridge will close to thru traffic for the duration of the project.
Pawnee will close between Broadway and McLean Boulevard, beginning August 8, until spring 2017. Thru traffic will detour to 31st Street South at Broadway and McLean Boulevard. Local traffic on Pawnee will be allowed west of Broadway for access to residential streets.
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| KDOT has opened up the entrance ramp to west bound Kellogg from the southbound traffic off of West Street |
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Open for business! KDOT is quickly moving forward on the enormous west Kellogg project. You can now access Kellogg from southbound West Street.
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Thistle can literally hurt you! |
INVASIVE WEEDS IN WICHITA
Noxious weeds are one of the greatest threats to the Kansas environment. They displace native plant species, interfere with the production of agricultural crops, increase erosion, destroy wildlife habitat and decrease property values. The Sedgwick County Extension Office in partnership with K-State will have the help you need in combating thistles and other noxious weeds. You can even take in samples of weeds that are not familiar and they will help you identify them and the treatment for eradicating. They are located at 7001 W 21st St North and open from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday thru Friday, with many events on the weekends. Give them a call at 660-0100 for more information, or go on-line to
sedgwick.k-state.edu
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IF YOU SEE GRAFFITI OR ILLEGAL DUMPING,
PLEASE SEND AN
E-MAIL
TO:
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WICHITA IS A BEAUTIFUL CITY! LET'S KEEP IT THAT WAY BY REPORTING NUISANCES SUCH AS THESE!
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TO CHECK OUT THE LATEST JOB FAIRS AND TRAINING COURSES, CLICK HERE.
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KANSEL is offering a free seven week construction training program from August 22 to October 6. This is an excellent opportunity for men and women who are considering employment in construction. Interested persons must attend an information/application session on Monday, August 8 or Wednesday, August 10. Call 263-9620 for information and program requirements.
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MORE COMMUNITY INFORMATION
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APPLY
NOW
FOR
FREE
EXTERIOR
PAINT
The Housing and Community Services Department's Home Improvement Program is currently offering its Paint Grant Program to income-eligible, owner-occupant homeowners. Eligible applicants will receive a voucher for up to $250 worth of exterior paint, depending on the amount of paint required. Homeowners may choose from a wide selection of colors.
Senior citizens, 62 years of age or older, may qualify for grants to have their homes professionally painted, provided they are owner-occupants and provided that funding is available.
Call 462-3713 for more information or to apply
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Home Improvement program has funding
available
for income qualified homeowners
The Housing and Community Services Department's Home Improvement Program now has funding available for interest-free, forgivable deferred payment loans of up to $5,000 for income-qualified (60% of median) owner-occupant homeowners. Loans are provided for emergency needs, such as furnaces, water heaters, sewer lines, water lines, electrical system repairs and plumbing repairs. Loans are also provided for minor home repair needs for senior citizens, age 62 and older. Property taxes must be current. Call 462-3713 for more information or to apply.
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STAY FIT TIPS
The City of Wichita has 169 Health & Fitness classes for fall
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Click here to find out about FootGolf |
No matter where you live in this city, the Park & Recreation Department has a class to fit your lifestyle and budget. They even have Fitness Center Memberships starting at $10.00 - $15.00 per person with additional persons for $5.00 each.
This fall there are 169 classes just for health & fitness, not including martial arts or dance & music. There are also programs for before and/or after school recreation that will give your kids plenty of physical and social activities while being supervised by our incredible City staff.
There are adult leagues for kickball and softball, and youth leagues for football. Fall is a wonderful time for sports and fitness because the days become cooler and the air becomes a little crisper. Take advantage of your parks and recreation centers! Wichita has so much to offer everyone in the family.
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September 2
National College Colors Day (support your favorite school with their colors)
September 3
National Tailgating Day (kick off a college game in the parking lot)
September 4
National Newspaper Carrier Day (how many people tip their carrier?)
September 5
LABOR DAY - CITY HALL CLOSED
September 6
National Coffee Ice Cream Day (and I'll take a refill)
September 7
National Beer Lover's Day (Wichita has over six microbreweries)
September 8
Arnold Palmer's 87th birthday (and he's still playing golf!)
September 9
National Teddy Bear Day (it's a good day for a teddy bear picnic)
National TV Dinner Day (Swanson introduced the first TV Dinner)
September 11
Grandparents Day (Give them a hug, or hug any grandparent if yours are gone)
September 12
DAB IV meets tonight and swears in new and reappointed board members
September 13
National Peanut Day (they contain about 25% protein)
September 14
National Cream Filled Donut Day (Time to head to "Rolled" at 1050 W 47th St S)
September 15
Google.com Day
September 16
FULL MOON (This is the Harvest moon! Click here to learn more)
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DISTRICT IV PLACES
OF INTEREST
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MORE
HELPFUL LINKS
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3447 S. Meridian
433 S. 135th St. West
1931 S. Tyler
2625 S Tyler
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City Council Agendas, Minutes and streaming video
link
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Click
here to find up-to-date information
regarding street maintenance and street sweepers in your area.
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Stay up-to-date on City events, announcements and headlines by reading our daily News Releases
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Online Reporting for
Animal Control Problems
Wichita Animal Control has launched an online form to report non-emergency animal control problems as part of an ongoing effort to improve services. The form can be accessed here.
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ind out about Park and Recreation FALL Classes by clicking here!
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Sedgwick County Extension Building, 7001 W 21st St North
Saturday from 7 am until noon
Every week you can find produce, plants, meats, jams, salsas,
honey, baked goods and a variety of crafts.
SATELLITE MARKETS:
Green Acres Market- Tuesdays 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Derby Market - Saturdays 7:00 am - Noon
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City of Wichita, Office of Community Services | 316-268-4197 |
City Hall, 455 N Main St.
Wichita, KS 67202
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