Vol. 2, Issue 6                                                                                  June 2017
Dear friends and constituents:

Our last BoCC meeting was quite lengthy but quite productive.  We agreed with Wichita's request to change the nature of Naftzger Park;  we approved a $1 increase the solid waste fee;  we approved an agreement with Via Christi for paramedicine services to individuals frequently using EMS and emergency services; and we increased convenience fees charged to persons using credit cards to pay property taxes.  I am disappointed to report that we have not yet reached agreement with the City on our EMS services.  However, I expect that to happen soon.  We are contractually promising to respond to non-emergent call within 60 minutes 98% of the time.....a very high level of service.  I hope the Council will agree.

I hope you will all have a safe Fourth of July while celebrating with family and friends.  We have much to celebrate and be thankful for both as a country and as citizens of Sedgwick County.

Blessings,
Dave
County Manager to Present 2018 Recommended Budget
Sedgwick County Manager Mike Scholes is set to present the 2018 Recommended Budget on Wednesday, July 12. The budget is a plan for how county resources will be invested so that essential public services will be available in our community.   

Members of the public will be able to comment on the recommended budget the morning of Wednesday, July 19 and the evening of Monday, July 31. Watch for reminders on Sedgwick County’s Facebook and Twitter.   Budget adoption is scheduled for Wednesday, August 2. 
Understand Floodplain Maps with MABCD

Recently, some homeowners reported they have been informed that they may need an additional flood insurance policy. The floodplain manager is available to help homeowners understand floodplain maps, developed by FEMA, and determine available options, if indeed a property is in the floodplain.

 

Prior to the floodplain maps taking effect, the Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department held five public meetings to help homeowners understand how the new maps may affect them. FEMA released the most recent floodplain maps in December 2016.

 

A copy of the FEMA floodplain maps can be found online here: https://gismaps.sedgwickcounty.org/portal/

County Participates in Riverfest 2017
This year, Sedgwick County sponsored two care stations, a recognition ceremony for first responders, and had informational booths two days of the festival. Festival-goers could have participated in the County's social media booth and dressed up as a County firefigher, Sheriff recruit, zookeeper, and other professions. 
EMS Celebrates Patient Survivors and Rescuers

Sedgwick County EMS hosted an event on May 24 which celebrated survivors of sudden cardiac arrest and the first responders who assisted in their recovery.  Twelve former patients met the first responders – firefighters, EMS paramedics, and dispatchers – who played a role in their resuscitation. Sedgwick County EMS, Wichita Fire Department, Derby Fire Department, Valley Center Fire Department, Sedgwick County Emergency Communications, Sedgwick County Fire Department were recognized for their efforts at the event.

 

Cardiologist, Dr. Wassim Shaheen shared his thoughts on the difference the EMS system makes in recognizing heart attacks and transporting patients to facilities with intervention capabilities.

 

Additionally, the American Heart Association honored Sedgwick County EMS with the Mission Lifeline Gold status. The prestigious Mission Lifeline award is a quality achievement recognition for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer severe heart attacks.  

Around the County
Chairman Dave Unruh and other County leaders attended a press conference regarding Amtrak services on Friday, June 9. 

Chairman Unruh and Sheriff Easter won the Riverfest Egg Toss on Sunday, June 4. 
County leaders enjoyed lunch at Riverfest on Wednesday, June 7. 
Chairman Unruh was able to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce on May 25.

Contact Commissioner Dave Unruh:
316-660-9300
dave.unruh@sedgwick.gov
525 N. Main, Ste 320, Wichita, KS 67203

Contact Public Information Officer:
Kate Flavin, 316-660-9370
525 N. Main, Ste 343, Wichita, KS 67203

Contact Corporate Communications Manager:
Keturah Austin, 316-660-9370
525 N. Main, Ste 343, Wichita, KS 67203