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City of Wichita 
District I
Newsletter
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From the desk of Lavonta Williams...
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Hello, again we want to wish you all of you a happy and prosperous new year. This past weekend was very busy as we celebrated the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Though many activities were cancelled or postponed, Saturday I still participated in the MLK Parade organized by Pastor Wade Moore and Christian Faith Centre.
Monday morning started at 7:30 a.m. as a group known as, Arise, sponsored an awards breakfast and recognized various local leaders, churches and businesses for continuing
the
work of civil rights leaders.
After the breakfast, I made my way to Century II where Wichita Habitat for Humanity staff and volunteers were working on the 28th house for the Rock-the-Block area in District I. The created the exterior walls for the home right inside the Brown Expo Hall. Dr. King asked the question "What are you doing for others?" Wichita Habitat answered by working alongside many volunteers helping to build this home which should be ready to occupy after a ribbon cutting ceremony in March.
The next stop was a celebration sponsored by the Greater Wichita Ministerial League. The event was attended by 300-400 community members including local elected leaders. I had the opportunity to offer greetings and a few words. I always remind people that Wichita had the very first NAACP student lead civil rights sit-in, which resulted in all people being allowed to sit at the serving counter downtown and be served their breakfast, lunch and dinner. I also asked the community members, How do you think Dr. King would feel about our country right now?
What a weekend, but thank-you Wichita for giving me the honor of attending and speaking at your MLK Jr. activities.
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What would change the quality of life in District I?
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The District I Breakfast on February 4, 2016 will be held 9 a.m. at the Boys and Girls Club located at 2400 N. Opportunity Drive.
Please plan to attend and enjoy a full breakfast for $2 and discuss how to enhance District I.
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City Announcements & Activities
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tay up-to-date on City events, announcements and headlines
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DISTRICT I-CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE PROJECTS
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Oliver, 17th Street N. to 21st Street N.: Utility relocation work is in progress in preparation for a future project that
will reconstruct the intersection of 17th St. & Oliver in 2017.
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37th, Oliver to Woodlawn
: The project will widen 37th Street from a two-lane to a three-lane roadway with curb and gutter, and an underground storm sewer. The project also includes on-street bike lanes and sidewalk along both sides of the street.
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Indian Center Closes for Pipe Break Repair
Museum collection remains dry and safe
City of Wichita officials announced today that the Mid-America All-Indian Center will close for 60 to 90 days due to a pipe break discovered earlier this week.
Water from the pipe flooded portions of the museum's exhibition space, but no artifacts were touched by water as staff worked quickly to move materials into the museum's vault.
As a precaution, staff has cleared the entire museum. Planned exhibits will be delayed until after repairs are made to the pipeline and exhibit space cleanup is complete.
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Have you scheduled a ride along with the Wichita Police Department?
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Complete Form at the Police Station of your choice
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Provide a copy of your ID/Driver's License
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Receive approval
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Schedule at least 3 days in advance
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Wear business casual attire
(no jeans, shorts, sweats or open-toed shoes)
Visit your nearest Patrol Station to sign up:
Patrol North:3015 E. 21st St.,350-3400
Patrol East: 350 S. Edgemoor,350-3420
Patrol South:211 E. Pawnee,350-3440
Patrol West:661 E. Elder,350-3460
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Neighborhood Nuisance Reporting
Residents are encouraged to report neighborhood nuisance problems via phone or email due to technical difficulties with the online portal. 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 or residents may contact the Dial Wichita! Call Center at 942-4482.
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Check out what's happening
Want to learn how to use computers and don't know where to start? Attend this free class that is for the beginning computer user. We'll cover the basics of how to use a computer, including using a mouse and navigating the Microsoft Windows Operating System. Registration is required; call 688-9580 or register online
http://wichita.evanced.info/signup/eventdetails?EventId=2664
Wednesday, Jan. 25
2:30 - 4:00 pm
NE Maya Angelou Branch Library
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Updates from District I &
Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center
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Click here to find up-to-date information regarding street maintenance in your area.
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District I Advisory Board, Breakfast and Neighborhood Association Information
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February breakfast will be held at The Boys and Girls Club
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The District I Advisory Board meets on the 1st Monday of the month at the Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center (NRC), 2755 E. 19th St. N., Wichita, KS 67214. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m.
The District I Breakfast is held on the 1st Saturday of each month at the Atwater NRC, 2755 E. 19th St. N. Breakfast begins at 9 a.m.
For the 2016 meeting schedule, click
here
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Like us on Facebook: Atwater Neighborhood Resource Center
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Neighborhood Association Updates...
Click here for the 2017 Neighborhood Clean-up Application
Neighborhood Associations are encouraged to participate and walk with your Community Police Officer in this parade.
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Education, Employment & Job Training
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YMCA Job Prep Program for Youth-Monday, Jan. 23rd is the deadline
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This free training program for youth ages 15-17 teaches basic skills such as interviewing, dressing appropriately, and financial responsibility to prepare graduates for summer employment with the Y and other area businesses.
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KANSEL Construction Class
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Career Job Training
The Union Rescue Mission has a new program to prepare men and women for rewarding careers in the food service industry. KitchenPrep is an eight-week course taught at the Mission's life transformation center (2800 North Hillside). The curriculum involves 128 hours of classroom and kitchen lab work spread over 24 days. Trainees complete both written and practical assignments taught by Union Rescue Mission staff and guest instructors.
At the conclusion of the eight weeks, students who pass a culinary proficiency test will receive a certificate of course completion, plus assistance in securing employment.
Tuition is $285 total ($200 in student fees and $85 for course materials and tools). There is a $40 non-refundable application fee. A limited number of scholarships are available for men and women who are currently unemployed or under employed.
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Community Activities & Services
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WHO ARE WE?
Click on the picture for more...
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The link below will take you to the City of Wichita/Arts & Cultural Services/CFC funding applications for Fiscal Year 2018. Grant applications for Fiscal Year 2018 are available here.
Please note that the Developing Arts and Artist Access grant applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, February 24. 2017. The applications for Cultural Funding are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 24, 2017.
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Become a Wichita Habitat for Humanity homeowner in 2017!
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Come to a meeting at Wichita Habitat for Humanity and find out how you can own a safe, affordable home.
We will have a meeting on Saturday, Jan. 21, at 10 a.m. A meeting in Spanish will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 21. We also have meetings at 5:30 p.m. on February 2 and February 15.
Meetings are held at our offices at 130 E. Murdock St., between Main and Market streets.
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Senior Wednesday: January-March 2017
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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 view upcoming events for January through March-Click Here
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From year-round to seasonal events, Downtown
is the preferred location for Wichita to celebrate
throughout the year. A variety of events cater to
the diverse interests of Wichita residents and
many visitors from Kansas and throughout the
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Project Access and its community partners serve patients in many locations. Eligible uninsured patients are enrolled for limited periods of time to address immediate medical needs. Once enrolled, patients have access to a variety of specialists, as well as prescription medication, durable medical equipment and diabetic supplies.
Eligible patients can be referred by participating physicians throughout Sedgwick County.
Additional key partners are community clinics and the Department for Children and Families (DCF). Patients who receive primary care at certain community clinics may be referred to Project Access and enrolled by an onsite DCF eligibility specialist.
Eligible patients are referred to Project Access by providers at the following sites:
For more information call
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Connect 2 Compete with COX
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Get Internet at home today for a better future tomorrow.
The Internet is essential for success. See how you can get connected.
DOES MY FAMILY QUALIFY?
- At least one child eligible for free school lunches through the National School Lunch Program
- No outstanding Cox bills or unreturned equipment
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Have not subscribed to Cox High Speed Internet service for the last 90 day
Call 1-855-222-3252 for more information
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Street Light Out?
Click Here to report your findings to
Westar Energy
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The program encourages citizens to call Crime Stoppers 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
If you would like more information on the program or you are interested in volunteering you may call the Wichita Crime Commission at 267-1235 or
click here
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Have questions or concerns?
City of Wichita, Office of Community Services |
316-303-8016 |
2755 E. 19th St. N.
Wichita, KS 67214
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