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MESSAGE FROM JEFF BLUBAUGH...
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| Photo by Jaime Green |
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As you probably heard, there was a fatality house fire in District 4 early in the morning on March 15th in a lovely neighborhood west of 119th Street, just north of Kellogg. A 70-year old woman and her three dogs all perished in the fire. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but it does appear to have been from the residence and not a grass fire. There were smoke alarms present, but it is not confirmed if they were operational. The estimated damage for the structure is $75,000, and another $35,000 for the contents. Unfortunately the fire had burned for quite a while before being discovered by a neighbor. We will share more information as we receive it.
If you think that a fire will not happen in your home, please reconsider. Whether it's old wiring, an appliance that has overheated, or not disposing of cigarettes/cigars properly, it can and does happen way too often. Wednesday's tragic fire is an example of someone that did not suspect that anything was wrong until it was too late. Be diligent and feel free to contact the Wichita Fire Department with any questions about fire safety. And if you need a smoke alarm, they are still available for free. WFD will even come to your home and make a proper installation for you. Call 268-4441 for details. Working smoke alarms save lives in most cases. And if your smoke alarms are older than 10 years, it's a good idea to replace them with new updated models. Don't forget to practice your emergency exit plan with everyone in the house. Houses can be replaced, but your family and pets... well, you know.
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SAUERWEIN CONSTRUCTION CELEBRATES
WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION WEEK
Sauerwein Construction Company, Inc. was founded in 1976 as S & S Construction. Michel Sauerwein built his reputation on quality and the ability to meet deadlines within budget. The companys growth made it necessary for Frank Sauerwein to join the company in 1976, and Rudi Sauerwein joined the family team in 1979. Honesty, integrity and hard work make Sauerwein Construction Company, Inc. one of the leading construction companies in the Wichita area today.
Beverly (Bev) Sauerwein is a graduate of Kansas State University, mother of three and grandmother, and has been with Sauerwein Construction since 1981. She has been with Sauerwein Construction since 1981.
She is the Vice President of Corporate Services. Her duties include office management,
all financial/accounting management, federal and state tax liabilities, Safety, HR and
Benefits coordinator.
Bev has served on the Board of Associated General Contractors of Kansas, National
Association of Women in Construction-Regional and Wichita Chapter.
They are located in District IV at 2055 S Edwards. To know more about this great company, you can access their website here.
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Mayor Longwell accepts a pink hammer from Beverly Sauerwein for Women In Construction Week
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Beverly Sauerwein accepts the Mayoral Proclamation for Women in Construction Week
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Proclamation for Women In Construction Week
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DISTRICT IV EVENTS & NEWS
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L to R: Dr. Amy Carey, CM Blubaugh, and Dr. Carole Obermeyer stand in front of Jeff Blubaugh's two Friends University degree certificates |
FRIENDS UNIVERSITY PRESIDENT
AND VP OF STUDENT AFFAIRS AND DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS
TAKE TIME TO CALL ON ALUMNUS
Recently, Dr. Amy Carey, President of Friends University, and Dr. Carole Obermeyer, VP of Student Affairs and Director of Athletics for Friends University, visited with Councilman Blubaugh at City Hall to get caught up on community events, programs, and proposed changes that are happening throughout Wichita District IV. Both were excited to learn that the southwest Wichita bike paths connecting them to the Pawnee Prairie Sunset trail were in the process of coming closer to Friends University, 2100 University Avenue in the Historic Delano District. These trails will connect bicycles and pedestrians to more trails that will allow them to access the downtown area and others parts of Wichita. Dr. Carey commented that many of their students do not own vehicles and rely on their bicycles to commute to other areas of Wichita, especially to purchase food items.
Friends University was officially founded in 1898, but their history goes back to the mid-1880s. You can find out more about this highly respected institution and their academics by clicking on their website at www.friends.edu
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200 South Walnut, Wichita, KS 67213
(In Historic Delano)
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DELIVERING MEALS ON WHEELS LETS EVERYONE SMILE!
This March, Senior Services participated in the 'March for Meals' campaign sponsored by Meals on Wheels America (MOWA). MOWA works with hundreds of local Meals on Wheels programs to reach out to their communities and build the awareness for the issues facing senior hunger and isolation.
"March is a time for us all to rally around Meals on Wheels," said Ellie Hollander, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels America. "Our ability to meet the needs of vulnerable seniors lies in the willingness and generosity of businesses, government and concerned individuals of all ages to contribute in their own way. It not only makes economic sense to enable seniors to stay healthy and safe at home, but it improves the health and vibrancy of our communities and our nation at large."
Our seniors took care of us, please help Senior Services take care of them. If you wish to support the local Meals on Wheels program consider becoming a volunteer or making a donation in honor of a senior loved one. To learn more contact Senior Services at 316-267-0302 ext.: 216 or email
chrish@seniorservicesofwichita.org
. Additional information and ways to donate can be found by visiting the website:
www.seniorservicesofwichita.org
. If Councilman Jeff Blubaugh can take time out of his busy schedule, we can all find time to put a smile on our faces!
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CHILDREN'S PROGRAM: CATTLE TAILS
MARCH 20, 2017 at the ALFORD BRANCH LIBRARY, 3447 S MERIDIAN
In celebration of the Chisholm Trail's 150th Anniversary and Women's History Month, Joyce Thierer will present the story of Texan Georgiana Jackson. Georgiana drove her family's cattle to Kansas during the War of Northern Aggression. Her family thought she would give it up after the war, but she went back to Kansas with her most loyal cowhands and started her own ranch. A Q&A will follow the performance.
For children ages 8 and up (including adults of course).
For more information about the Chisholm Trail and events throughout Wichita and several states, you can go to CT-150.org
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FOR THOSE BRAVING THE COOL WEATHER, FUN WAS HAD BY ALL AT THE
ANNUAL ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE IN HISTORIC DELANO ON MARCH 11th
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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 2017 meeting schedule,
click here
To find DAB IV agendas and minutes
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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FRAUD ALERTS
from the OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL
There are many scams and frauds going on now days, so be alert when answering your phone or responding to an email from an unknown sender. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Inspector General, has all of the latest tips and reporting phone numbers if you suspect you have been a victim of a scam or some type of fraud. Be prepared and be aware! Learn more by clicking on their
link.
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Wichita Report app
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WANT TO REPORT POTHOLES OR OTHER STREET ISSUES?
THERE'S A FREE APP FOR THAT!
Or are you tired of electronics? Then contact the City of Wichita the old fashioned way. Simply pick up your phone and dial 942-4482 to get connected to the correct department/person. This number is operational from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays).
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Don't be left in the
dark
If
you notice outages within
your neighborhood, fill out
Westar Energy's website
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HOW TO GET RID OF THOSE
UNWANTED NEWSPAPERS
The City of Wichita has recently received a large number of complaints regarding the free Wichita Eagle publications that are distributed to households that do not subscribe to the newspaper. Residents who do not want the publications, or who want to report vacant properties where the flyers are piling up should contact the Wichita Eagle by calling 268-6209
or by e-mailing
csrequest@wichitaeagle.com.
If there are areas where old publications have become a littering issue and need to be picked up, please contact Distribution Services Manager Keith Hansen at
khansen@wichitaeagle.com
or 268-6558.
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Find out how homeownership
can change your life
When you own a safe, affordable home you and your family will feel more secure and independent. Your children will do better in school. Come to a meeting at Wichita Habitat for Humanity and find out how you can make this happen. We will have a meeting at 5:30 p.m. on April 12. We will have meetings on Saturday, March 25, and Saturday, April 8, at 10 a.m. Meetings in Spanish also will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 25, and April 8. Meetings are held at our offices at 130 E. Murdock St., between Main and Market streets.
Please RSVP to Katharine at 316-269-0755 or Katharine@wichitahabitat.org
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2017 SPRING BREAK IS HERE
MARCH 17th thru MARCH 24TH
There are interesting programs at all Wichita Public Libraries for your children to have fun (and learn). But just tell the kids they get to go have a good time. Click
here to find out programs, times, locations, and if registration is required. Doing so will give YOU a much deserved break!
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The Gun and Knife Show, March 18th & 19th at Century II
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March 24th, 25th, and 26th at Century II
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| MARCH 30th - SEDGWICK COUNTY EXTENSION BLDG. |
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DISCOUNTED ZOO TICKETS FOR FAMILY FUN DAY - APRIL 1st
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COMING SOON SO SAVE THE DATE!
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APRIL 8, 2017
JOIN LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT IN CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY AT CENTRAL & MAIN, FROM 10:30 am to 2:00 pm. THERE WILL BE A PARADE FOLLOWED BY A HUGE BLOCK PARTY WITH LOTS OF ACTIVITIES, FOOD TRUCKS, AND DISPLAYS. THEY ARE ASKING THAT YOU WEAR "BLUE" IN SUPPORT OF WPD OFFICER BRIAN ARTERBURN WHO WAS SEVERLY INJURED ON FEBRUARY 7, 2017, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO APPREHEND A FLEEING SUSPECT. OFFICER ARTERBURN HAS NOW BEEN TAKEN TO ENGELWOOD, COLORADO FOR SPECIALIZED REHAB.
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Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport has a magazine just for you travelers.
Check it out!
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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 and halfway completed, but remember that Harry is still closed at Meridian for all west bound traffic. Kudos to Greg Baalman, City of Wichita, for keeping this project on course and looking forward to May 2017!
Traffic Impact:
Meridian is complete on the west side, and the east side to Harry is almost completed. Hang in there everyone. The end is in sight!
KDOT - I-235 & Kellogg (U.S. 54) Interchange
The first phase of the Kellogg/I-235 Interchange rebuild (dubbed the Red Project) began on November 10. Improvements include a one-lane flyover ramp for NB I-235 to WB US 54, A two lane flyover ramp for SB I-235 to EB U.S. 54, Removal of loop ramps in the SW & NE quadrants, loop ramp for EB US 54 to NB I-235 (SE quadrant) will be reconstructed, US 54 bridge over West St. will be widened to accommodate new auxiliary lanes from I-235. Auxiliary lanes on I-235 constructed from US 54 to Central Ave. NB I-235 ramp to EB US 54 braided with the new ramp lanes from SB I-235 to EB US 54.
Traffic Impact:
Southbound I-235 ramp to WB US 54 is CLOSED - for up to one year. An official signed detour uses SB I-235 to K-42, then NB on I-235 to WB US 54 ramp. The West St. Entrance Ramp to EB US 54 is closed. West St. traffic from Irving to Taft is single lane each direction. Saturday, December 10, West St. at US 54 will be closed (7am - 7pm) to install bridge beams over West St. Bridge widening on I-235 above Maple St. continues and traffic on Maple is reduced to one lane in each direction. Elder St. at Maple is closed for reconstruction of a short section of Elder. Bridge work at US 54 & Hoover continues and Hoover is closed under US 54. The new West St. ramp to WB US 54 is open. KDOT Contact is Tom Hein - hein@ksdot.org
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TO CHECK OUT THE LATEST JOB FAIRS AND TRAINING COURSES, CLICK HERE.
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KANSASWORKS helps with job seekers, employers, training/education, and resources.
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Classes will be from April 10 to May 25, weekdays, Monday through Thursday. Call KANSEL at 263-9620 for more information.
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H2O Care Fund
The City of Wichita recognizes that there are many residents who are struggling during these difficult economic times, especially during the holidays. This voluntary program provides a simple way to directly help others. Even small donations can add up and provide a way for people to maintain their water service. There are three ways to help, and you can find out how by filling out the City of Wichita H2O Care Fund Program Donation Form here.
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MORE COMMUNITY INFORMATION
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WATER CONSERVATION 2017
REBATE PROGRAM PLAN
Homeowners, renters of single-family homes, owners of multi-family rentals and owners of businesses who are City of Wichita water customers will qualify as participants. Consistent with the previous years of the program, rebates will be available to people replacing fixtures in existing buildings. Customers will continue to be limited to five rebates annually, and the program will continue until the funding is exhausted.
Qualifying HE appliance and fixtures
Eligible for Up to:
- $100 on Low flow Toilets: WaterSense qualified using 1.28 gallons per flush or less
- $100 on Low flow Urinals: WaterSense qualified using 0.5 gallons per flush or less
- $100 on High Efficiency Dishwashers: Energy Star or Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE)
- $100 on High Efficiency Clothes Washers: Water Factor of 4.5 gallons or less (CEE rated)
- $100 on Smart Irrigation Controllers: Labeled as approved by WaterSense©
- $100 on Rain Sensor-Shutoffs: Set to shut off irrigation after ¼-inch of rain is received
- $75 on Rain Barrels: 45 gallons or larger
- $50 on Dual Flush Toilet Conversion Kits: Change inefficient toilets to using 1.6 gals. per flush or less
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March 17th
St. Patrick's Day & a BIG day for Kansas teams in the NCAA tournament
March 18th
National Sloppy Joe Day (sounds like a great idea for a Saturday lunch)
March 19th
National Certified Nurses Day
March 20th
March 21st
National Common Courtesy Day (remember to open doors for others)
March 22nd
National Goof Off Day
March 23rd
National Chip and Dip Day (great snack for the NCAA basketball games)
March 24th
National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day
March 26th
National Spinach Day (I love a good spinach salad)
March 27th
March 28th
2017 National American Diabetes Association Alert Day (get that blood sugar checked)
March 29th
National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day
March 30th
National Take a Walk in the Park Day
March 31st
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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 WINTER Classes by clicking here!
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CT SOS is a project-based human trafficking organization that acts as a liaison between specific local professional groups who work with trafficked youth and the Wichita volunteers who seek ways to be involved in finding solutions to fight sex trafficking. You can help in so many ways. For additional information, read more.
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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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