This year's Fire Prevention Week campaign, "
Don't Wait - Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years"
represents the final year of a three-year effort to educate the public about basic but essential elements of smoke alarm safety.
Why focus on smoke alarms three years in a row? Because the National Fire Protection Association's survey data shows that the public has many misconceptions about smoke alarms, which may put them at increased risk in the event of a home fire. For example, only a small percentage of people know how old their smoke alarms are, or how often they need to be replaced. As a result of these findings, we're addressing smoke alarm replacement this year with a focus on these key messages:
Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years.
Make sure you know how old all the smoke alarms are in your home.
To find out how old a smoke alarm is, look at the date of manufacture on the back of the alarm; the alarm should be replaced 10 years from that date.
If you own your property and do not have a smoke alarm, or cannot afford one, please call the Fire Prevention Office, Monday thru Friday, 8-5, to schedule a time to have a firefighter come to your home and install one for free. Their number is 316-268-4441. (This program is not for commercial or rental properties)
From L to R: Chris Squires, Jerrod Niemann, Council Member Jeff Blubaugh, and Council Member Pete Meitzner back stage
COUNTRY SINGER AND SONGWRITER
JERROD NIEMANN GIVEN CITY MEDALLION BY
COUNCIL MEMBER JEFF BLUBAUGH
On October 11th, Jerrod Niemann was in Wichita to perform a concert at Club Rodeo. Jerrod Niemann who was born in Harper, Kansas is a long time friend of Councilman Blubaugh. If you're a fan of country music, then you have heard Jerrod on the radio many, many times. He has toured with such artists as Dierks Bently, Brad Paisley, and Keith Urban, has been nominated for many awards from the Academy of County Music, the Country Music Association, and CMT, while still headlining his own shows. Jerrod has recently released a new album with Lee Brice (A Little More Love) while continuing to tour across the United States. Now THAT'S busy!! We wish Jerrod all the best and want to thank him for stopping in Wichita last night to visit with his biggest fans! Read More
FEATURED DISTRICT IV COMPANY
934 S West St, Wichita, KS
316-640-2611
Based in Kansas, Latitude Freight is strategically positioned in the Midwest. With trucks on call 24/7 and deliveries being tracked to anywhere in the US, chances are they can respond quickly. They offer a wide range of expedited and scheduled freight services including but not limited to Hot Shot Freight, Airport Pick Up, Courier Service, LTL Freight, Team Delivery, Flatbed and Dry Van LTL Freight, Tracking, On-Time Delivery Guarantee, and Over-Dimensional Freight.
Latitude Freight currently employs eight drivers, and their average haul is 600 - 700 miles, covering all 48 continental states. They will also accommodate "hot shots" and some have had to go as far as 800 miles at a moments notice. We asked Dallas what one of the most interesting pickups and deliveries they had encountered to date. He recalled a time when they had to pick up an envelope from a late flight at the Wichita airport and immediately deliver it to a hotel room in Great Bend at 3:00 am. Now THAT'S service!
Just this week, Dallas Broz was given an Enterprise Award by the Wichita Business Journal as a 2016 entrepreneur honoree. Congratulations Dallas for your hard work and determination!
Be on the look out for more expansion and services offered by Latitude Freight. They certainly have the right attitude.
Dallas Broz of Latitude Freight
DISTRICT IV EVENTS & NEWS
AT LAST! YOU CAN NOW GET YOUR
GARAGE SALE PERMITS ONLINE
The City of Wichita has launched a new online garage sale permitting system designed to make it easier to do business with local government. Just visit www.wichita.gov, look for the garage sale sign icon in the middle of the page, and click. Set up an account by entering an email address and create a private password. Apply for a permit or search the City's garage sale permit "ads" and locations.
City government issues more than 5,000 garage sale permits a year. The new system will allow users to add information about each sale, including what merchandise is offered at the sale (e.g. tools, books, clothing, furniture, etc.). Users can create a "classified" ad about their sale to be carried on the City's website. The information will be available for free to anyone with Internet access. A Google map will pinpoint the location of each garage sale and a report can be printed listing each sale. The information for a sale may even include up to five photograph images that can be uploaded with the ad.
There is no additional cost to advertise on the website. The $2.50-a-day cost of the permit includes the inclusion of each garage sale's advertisement on the website. Users searching for garage sales pay nothing.
If medication has expired, dispose of safely.
NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK DAY
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15th
Three locations around the city will serve as drop-off sites for the National Drug Take Back event on Saturday.
The program will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, according to the Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office. Residents can drop off any expired or unwanted prescriptions or over-the-counter medications.
The three drop-off sites are:
Sedgwick County Zoo, 5555 W. Zoo Blvd; the
Household Hazardous Waste Center, 801 W. Stillwell; and the
Oaklawn Activity Center, 4904 S. Clifton.
For further information on drug disposal,
read more.
MAYBERRY CULTURAL AND FINE ARTS MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL
Help send the Mayberry Panther Choir to New York City to sing at the Lincoln Center!
Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle School is located at 207 S Sheridan (District IV)
OCTOBER 29th - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
CAR SHOW & SILENT AUCTION
There will be a car show and silent auction at Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle School, 207 S Sheridan, in the south parking lot. All funds raised at this event will help the Mayberry Panther Choir Travel to New York City to sing at Lincoln Center. To participate in the car show, contact Calvin Willhite at
cwillhite@cox.net.
(In case of inclement weather, the car show and silent auction will be held on October 30th)
WEST HIGH PRINCIPAL,JOEL HUDSON, RECEIVES NAACP EDUCATOR AWARD
Joel Hudson, principal at West High School, received the H.N. Sims Excellence in Education Award from the Wichita Branch NAACP. Hudson was honored during the NAACP's annual Freedom Fund Banquet on October 8 along with other community leaders.
Hudson was recognized for his career in the Wichita Public Schools dedicated to improving students achievement and graduation rates at West, getting students college and career ready, his mentoring of assistant principals to help them develop into successful principals, and his work with community agencies like Grace Med to get a clinic by the school and United Way's Check and Connect to improve student attendance.
The banquet raises support for programs and services provided by the NAACP to the community.
FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER!
The Wicked Island at Watson Park is back and more wicked than ever! Visit on Fridays & Saturdays from September 30 through Halloween night. Cost is $20 per adult of $15 per child 12 and under. Gates open at 8pm and close at 11:30pm. Special Halloween night hours are 8pm-10:30pm. Purchase tickets at the door.
Visit our
Facebook event or call 529.9940 for more information.
Cox Farm Wichita
6059 S Seneca
316-524-8062
Store Hours: 9 am - 6 pm
Open Sunday 10 am - 5 pm
If making arrangements for a group to attend, go to
this page, or contact Cox Farm at the above number or
here.
Cox Farm Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch 2016
Friends University
launches master's in
spiritual formation
Friends University is offering a new graduate program intended to provide lay people, pastors, church staff and ministry leaders the tools and resources to develop a framework for spiritual formation while growing personally and spiritually as well.
The Master of Arts in Christian Spiritual Formation and Leadership (MCSFL) is a two-year graduate program that combines online learning with on-site sessions. Graduates will be able to:
Demonstrate a deeper understanding of Christian spiritual formation through rhythms and practices, leading to a Christ-centered, with-God life.
Demonstrate an approach to building vibrant, sustainable spiritual formation in various ministry contexts.
Demonstrate the ability to cultivate community with people from various backgrounds through real, long-term relationships.
The 30-hour program begins with the Apprentice Experience and consists of 15 credits online and 15 credits completed on-site. Combining a balance of academic rigor and experiential learning, it will help students grow deeper in their relationship with God and other like-minded Christians.
Relationships are at the center of the MCSFL program, as students will learn in a closed group designed to promote community and accountability.
"Students will come together through online discussion forums, small groups, conferences and on-site retreats over their two years of study," said Dr. James Bryan Smith, associate professor of religion and executive director of the Apprentice Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation. "They won't just learn together, but will 'do life' together."
The City of Wichita is proud to announce the Wichita Public Library was selected as the Top Innovator in an award from the Urban Libraries Council (ULC) for its efforts in providing excellent customer service.
The ULC recently recognized 20 public libraries from across the United States and Canada as Top Innovators for programs, services and operating practices that have made a significant impact on those they serve and their communities. The Wichita award, presented during an Awards Celebration on October 6,
recognized the "Wichita Public Library Creates Raving Fans" project as the most outstanding innovation in the customer experience award category. Wichita's project was selected over award nominations from libraries in communities including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Memphis, Nashville, and San Antonio. This is another reason we can say, "Wichitawesome!"
District IV Advisory Board and Neighborhood Associations
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
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.
DISTRICT IV SAFETY REPORTS
Please report nuisances as soon as possible!
NEIGHBORHOOD NUISANCE REPORTING MADE EASIER
Residents are encouraged to report neighborhood nuisance problems via phone or email.
To submit a report, please call the main number -
660-9220. A voicemail can be left if the call is made after business hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also, an email may be sent to KeepWichitaClean@wichita.gov O
r residents may contact the
Dial Wichita! Call Center at942-4482 to reach any department!
Cars and bicyclists both need to be vigilant
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!
LOOK FOR THIS DECAL WHEN HIRING A
COMPANY TO HAUL YOUR JUNK/BULKY WASTE
Don't become the victim of an illegal trash or junk hauler. Unfortunately there have been several complaints about paying an individual to haul off large items or junk from houses and garages, and the items end up in a ditch, behind a company, or a country road. If there is anything that identifies you, the owner of these items, you will receive a severe ticket and fine from a City or County inspector. If you respond to an ad of someone that will haul your junk, make sure they are licensed to do so. They will have this decal on their trailer or truck! Don't let a mistake cost you double.
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.
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 report a tip online here!
COMMUNITY EVENTS
OCTOBER"FEAST"!
A Night at the Fountains, 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14,
Wichita Eagle parking lot, along Rock Island just south of Douglas
Read more here: http://www.kansas.com/entertainment/restaurants/dining-with-denise-neil/article107518122.html#storylink=cpy
Food Trucks at the Fountain, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 30, Wichita WaterWalk, 515 S. Main
HALLOWEEN FAVORITES ARE HERE!
Hay, Hooves and Halloween - October 29 - 30
Old Cowtown Museum: 4 - 8 pm
Tickets: $5/person of all ages
Pumpkins at the Park at Tanganyika Wildlife Park - October 21, 22, and October 28, 29
6 - 9 pm, Admission: $12
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Who United Way funds
Every year United Way of the Plains look at problems in our community that need solved, the people that need help and the local programs that can meet those needs best.
Through the annual
grant review process, over 150 volunteers review funding requests and determine which programs can make the biggest impact and how much to fund them.
Do you or someone you know need help?
Dial 2-1-1 toll free across Kansas to talk with a trained specialist to find help. All calls are confidential and answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Walktober is a free, community-wide physical activity initiative, encouraging you to engage in the recommended 30 minutes of activity five or more days of the week and walking is a perfect way to meet that goal. Go here to register for Walktober!
SENIOR WEDNESDAYS IN WICHITA
Senior Wednesdays are always fun and there is something different to do; someone new to meet. There are also many senior activity centers in Wichita and the surrounding areas, so be informed. Be entertained. Be active.
To see the upcoming events for October's Senior Wednesdays,read more...
Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport has a magazine just for you travelers.
Check it out!
Southwest Airlines is offering rates as low as $59.00, one way. For more information and destinations, click
here!
DISTRICT IV STREET CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
TO SEE THE LATEST NEWS FROM KDOT ON WICHITA PROGRAMS, CLICK ON WICHWAY
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!
Traffic Impact:Meridian is restricted to one lane in each direction between McCormick and Pawnee. Left turns are prohibited from Meridian onto Harry. Harry is one-way westbound, east of Meridian while intersection is reconstructed.
PAWNEE BRIDGE CLOSED
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.
BUT WAIT...THERE'S MORE
Seneca Street, MacArthur to 47
th Street South
: This project will place a surface treatment over the existing pavement. New pavement markings will be installed once treatment has cured.
Traffic Impact: Lane closures will be encountered during the placement of the surface treatment. Traffic must stay in open lanes to avoid the fresh oil until cured. Lanes will be open to all traffic by the end of each day. Temporary lane closures may be encountered while final traffic striping is being placed.
Contractor: Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. City Contact: Kyle Kerns (268-4044 / kkerns@wichita.gov)
Estimated completion: Late 2016
West Street, Bolin Drive to MacArthur: This project will place a surface treatment over the existing pavement. New pavement markings will be installed once treatment has cured.
Traffic Impact: Lane closures will be encountered during the placement of the surface treatment. Traffic must stay in open lanes to avoid the fresh oil until cured. Lanes will be open to all traffic by the end of each day. Temporary lane closures may be encountered while final traffic striping is being placed.
Contractor: Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. City Contact: Kyle Kerns (268-4044 / kkerns@wichita.gov)
Estimated completion: Late 2016
55thStreet South, Seneca Street to Charles Street: This project will place a surface treatment over the existing pavement. New pavement markings will be installed once treatment has cured.
Traffic Impact:
Lane closures will be encountered during the placement of the surface treatment. Traffic must stay in open lanes to avoid the fresh oil until cured. Lanes will be open to all traffic by the end of each day. Temporary lane closures may be encountered while final traffic striping is being placed.
Contractor: Intermountain Slurry Seal Inc. City Contact: Kyle Kerns (268-4044 / kkerns@wichita.gov)
Estimated completion: Late 2016
JOB & VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
ICT S.O.S. is needing your help with supplies for victims of human trafficking
In early 2014, a Wichita Police officer and a DCF (Department of Children and Families) worker who were providing services to a minor victim of human trafficking stopped by our office to pick up a few supplies for the young girl they were helping. The officer made a comment, "It would be so nice if we had this stuff bagged up and ready to go when we need it." And
Fresh Start Bags were born!
Each bag is tailored for a specific gender and size and is labeled so that officers, advocates and social workers can easily grab what they need when they need it without having to scramble to piece together what a victim may need. The contents were decided based on input from police officers, child and sexual abuse victim advocates and social workers.
Every Fresh Start Bag has new clothing, hygiene items, a comfort item and a fast food gift card. For younger children that usually means a blanket and age-appropriate toy, for teens and young adults each bag is packed with a journal and pen. For a complete list of needs, click
here!
ICT S,O.S. has moved to 1211 S Emporia, and items can be dropped off at their location Monday thru Friday, 8 - 5. But if these hours are not good for you, just sent an email to Jennifer at
info@ictsos.org and she will make arrangements for other times. It's a wonderful organization that helps hundreds of at-risk children, teens and young adults every year!
TO CHECK OUT THE LATEST JOB FAIRS AND TRAINING COURSES, CLICK HERE.
KANSASWORKS helps with job seekers, employers, training/education, and resources.
MORE COMMUNITY INFORMATION
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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Is this your lawn? It can be prevented.
PREVENTING LAWN DISEASES
To help prevent lawn diseases during the fall and winter, remove leaves from your yard. Leaves left on the lawn encourage disease by preventing sunlight and air from reaching the grass. Use a rake or blower to collect the leaves and add them to a compost pile. If you'd rather, you can go over them with a mulching mower, chopping them into a fine compost for your grass.
For weed control during the winter months, apply a pre-emergent weed killer. Some products feature a combination fertilizer and weed killer called "weed and feed."
STAY FIT TIPS
Is this you?
When we're at work, we do a lot of sitting, but did you know sitting is tough on your body, especially on your glutes? When you're sitting, the nerves that activate your glutes can shut down in a very short period of time.
If you are a repetitive 'sitter,' the glute muscle begins the process of atrophy. This means that the glute muscle begins to degenerate (not in a good way). When your glutes shut down, other muscles and joints in your body become over-stressed and can result in pain in places such as the knees and lower back.
The most effective way to combat this problem is to keep your glutes active. Getting up and stretching your glutes and hip flexors is a good first step to wake up these muscles. Whether you work out or not, stretching these tight muscles can reduce future injury and pain.
regarding street maintenance and street sweepers in your area.
Stay up-to-date on City events, announcements and headlines by reading our daily News Releases
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.
Sign up now for classes at CityArts by clicking here!
Find out about Park and Recreation FALL Classes by clicking here!
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
City of Wichita, Office of Community Services | 316-268-4197 |
