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WICHITA DISTRICT V NEWSLETTER |
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A message from Council Member Bryan Frye...
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Voting is our most basic civic duty. If we educate ourselves about the candidates and issues, and then vote, we collectively control our own destiny. If we don't vote, we forfeit a great opportunity and responsibility. By voting, it's your guaranteed way to help craft the future. It is essential that all of us turn out to vote. Every vote is a building block in our democracy. The more people who vote, the stronger our system of government becomes.
You can avoid the long lines and vote early. Early voting locations can be
found here. If you prefer to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 6, the polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. If you need to check where your polling place is,
click here. And, please encourage your family, friends and associates to exercise their voice by voting.
I would like to encourage everyone to embrace their duty to participate in the political process as an opportunity to be part of building the environment in which we live and work. Thomas Jefferson said, "We do not have a government by a majority of the people, we have a government by a majority of the people who participate."
Have a good weekend!
Bryan Frye
Wichita City Council
District V Council Member
Ph: 316.268.4331
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Fund Established for For Firefighter Curt Mohr
Our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with one of our firefighters and his family. Firefighter Mohr, currently stationed at Station 21 (2210 N. 135th St.), has dedicated nearly 24 years to the City of Wichita and the Wichita Fire Department. He was recently diagnosed with an aggressive cancerous brain tumor. As a family, the Wichita Fire Department is coming together to raise funds for him, his wife and their three sons (ages 13, 17 and 19). These funds will assist the family as needed.
If you are able to contribute financially, the following fund has been established:
MOHR FAMILY FUND, c/o the Wichita Federal Credit Union (addresses below). In person, you may contribute by cash, check, debit or credit, or you can mail a check in. Please include MOHR FAMILY FUND in the memo/for line if writing a check:
WFCU 9835 E. 21st St. N., Wichita, KS 67206
WFCU 3730 W. 13th St. N., Wichita, KS 67203
WFCU City Hall Offices, 455 N. Main, Rm 410, Wichita, KS 67202
If you prefer to donate online, a GoFundMe account has been established. There is a standard payment processing fee of 2.9% plus $0.30 per donation to allow for credit card processing and safe transfer of funds. (There is no fee through the Wichita Federal Credit Union account.)
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Road Construction Updates
Kellogg & I-235 Interchange
Traffic Impact:
ALL RAMPS ARE OPEN!
21st Street North, Maize Road to Zoo Boulevard
This project will place an overlay on 21st Street. New pavement markings will also be installed.
Traffic Impact:
Temporary lane closures may occur during the crack sealing and milling processes.
Outsourced Pavement Preservation Program (OP3)
The City of Wichita's paved street network is comprised of more than 5,100 lane-miles of residential, collector and arterial streets and expressways, representing a total paved area of more than 325 million square feet. In order to cost effectively maintain this vast network of assets, the City supplements the critical preventive, corrective and emergency maintenance efforts of its internal staff by leveraging the resources and expertise of private contractors. Each year outsourced pavement maintenance efforts are proposed and submitted for approval in the Outsourced Pavement Preservation Program (OP3).
WICHway traffic alerts available by text or email
WICHway, the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) on Wichita's highways, offers a new feature sending subscribers texts and/or emails that share special traffic alerts created by operators at the WICHway Traffic Management Center. The alerts are created when a traffic problem such as a major crash, a highway closure or a similar event causes a significant disruption on a Wichita highway. The alerts are an extension of the WICHway website (
www.WICHway.org), an informational resource the public can consult before traveling on Wichita's highways.
The website adjusts to the type of device being used - a computer, a tablet or a smartphone - and can be bookmarked on a smartphone so that it performs similarly to an app. A short video showing how to bookmark any page from the site can be viewed at
KDOT's YouTube page.
WICHway shares information that is gathered from 55 roadside cameras and 63 traffic sensors. Messages are displayed on 25 electronic message signs, shared on the website and can now be sent to subscribers so that travelers, commuters, freight operators and others using Wichita's highways can make informed decisions about their route.
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Pictured with Matt Lillie, Owner
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This week's winner of the Wichita Flag is Matt Lillie at Elevate Coworking Space, 7200 W. 13th St. N.
Elevate Coworking Space has 35 private office and also an
open office coworking space with lots of natural light.
The space is newly renovated with business grade internet, network printer is available and modern kitchen facility with keurig machine, microwave, refrigerator, and filtered water. But we're SOOOO much more than that!
Elevate is
family.
They cater to the business
professional who is looking for a workplace they
want to go to every day. They like to have
fun while they get down to business. They truly believe that just because you're in business
for yourself, doesn't mean you have to be in business
by yourself. Need advice on something? Pop in and chat with a fellow tenant. Want to organize a potluck party? They're in! Food is our jam! Want to wear jeans and a t-shirt to work? Go for it! It's your world. They're just living in it.
Long story short, they have what you need in the
relaxed enough for you, but professional enough for your clients, kind of way. Go check them out and see how Elevate can make going to the office seem like coming
home.
If you own, operate or manage a business in District V, please send me an email telling me why you love Wichita and include one idea on how to make this an even better place to live, work and play. Every two weeks, I'll choose a new winner and personally deliver a flag to them. That business will get a photo and write-up in the newsletter. Only businesses with an address in District V are qualified to win.
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Wichita District V Facebook Page 
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Getting to Know City Staff:
Larry Hoetmer, PLA, ASLA
Principal Planner/Landscape Architect
Park & Recreation Department
Larry started working for the City of Wichita in 1997, and became Principal Planner in 2009. He actively manages the design and development of parks for the department and assumed management over the Park Maintenance construction division from 2010 to 2018.
Early in his career Larry moved to Aspen, Colorado to work for the renowned landscape architecture firm, Design Workshop. While there he worked on multiple award-winning projects including ski resort developments, community planning, residential design and work for the National Park Service.
Upon relocating back to his hometown Larry spent eight more years in private practice before joining the City of Wichita as the sole Landscape Architect for the Park & Recreation Department. During his tenure with the City he has worked on numerous projects including memorials, sports complexes, urban design and regional parks. Recent and current projects he has been involved with include the Naftzger Park renovation and the Stryker Sports Complex. He has also served on numerous design committees, most recently the new Wichita Art Museum Sculpture Garden, New Downtown Library, Pracht Wetlands Park and Crystal Prairie Lake Park, a regional park plan in northwest Wichita; the latter two which have received national and regional attention as well as design awards from the American Society of Landscape Architects.
Larry who is first generation American is a native Wichitan whose parents immigrated from The Netherlands in 1956. His dad was born in Djakarta, Indonesia and mother in Amsterdam. He grew up in north Wichita, graduated from North High school and received his Bachelors degree in Landscape Architecture with honors from Kansas State University. Larry and his wife Tina have a son who is also a Landscape Architect in Philadelphia and a daughter who is a graduate student at KU. Both are married, and they enjoy spending time with them whenever possible. In his spare time Larry volunteers at his church, enjoys traveling, gardening, fishing, snow-skiing, design and art, and is an avid KSU sports fan. Larry is a member of the American Society of Landscape Architects, has been an active supporter of the KSU College of Architecture and Design, and is also a member of the Valley Center Public Outdoor Spaces and Buildings Board.
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Sgt. Michael Lloyd |
Duty to Intervene:
WPD Crisis Training for Officers
They see it all: from fatal car accidents, to homicides, to domestic violence, to drug addiction, to crimes against children. Law enforcement officers see the worst in our society. The stressors these officers face, ranging from inconsistent shift work to frequent and unpredictable threats to life, result in both physical and emotional challenges for the majority of officers. How do they internalize it? What effects do these situations have on their lives, both professionally and personally?
The mental wellness of our Wichita Police Officers is very important. Policing is a demanding, often stressful career. On a daily basis, our officers can be exposed to horrible humankind. They are called upon to make life and death decisions in a split-second and margins for error are slim. Despite many known stressors, officer mental health is an often overlooked component of officer safety, training and wellness.
The department offers several resources for officers who need mental health assistance. These resources are designed to prevent the destructive effects of emotional trauma, mental illness, and officer deaths by suicide. But when officers fail to reach out and utilize these resources, who has the responsibility to intervene when their mental health effects their job performance?
Wichita Police Chief Gordon Ramsay is hopeful that question is answered in a mandatory class that all WPD officers have participated in over the last four weeks at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Law Enforcement Training Center. The class,
Duty to Intervene, has been taught by Sgt. Michael Lloyd and Officer Travis Pepperd. They answer the question by stressing the importance that all who wear the badge have a duty to intervene. Supervisors and fellow officers who offer support to their colleagues, as genuine concern, can go a long way in helping reduce the stressors. Working together effectively is the key to resilience for all WPD officers.
Don't forget, police officers are people, too. Even though they wear the badge, they are still standard-issue people. They make mistakes and have bad days like the rest of us. Officers are not immune from social ills that impact all of us. This training stresses when an officer sees a partner struggling, whether personally or professionally, they have a duty to step in and get the officer help.
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A New Playground for Pawnee Prairie Park
The only playground of its kind in Wichita is now open for fun at Pawnee Prairie Park, located near the west parking lot near the picnic tables, gazebo and restrooms. The "grass" surrounding the equipment is a soft turf that provides a better cushion for playtime. If you haven't explored this part of the park, it's a great time to of year to visit.
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Wichita Invited to Apply for Federal Water Loan to Finance
New Water Treatment Facility
The City of Wichita has been selected by the Environmental Protection Agency to apply for a federal loan through the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA). If approved, funds from the loan will be used for the construction of a new $524 million water treatment facility located at 21st Street North and Zoo Boulevard.
Wichita's project was one of 62 that were submitted to the EPA through a Letter of Interest (LOI) to quality for the WIFIA loan which offers a unique combination of low interest rates and a delayed repayment schedule. The selection process was competitive as EPA officials reviewed the LOI and rated all candidate projects and organizations on 16 different criteria including the impact of the project, readiness to proceed, and the creditworthiness of the submitting agency. EPA selected Wichita for up to 49% of the total expected costs of a new water treatment facility.
"The fact that Wichita was selected to apply by the EPA is a testament to the importance and scope of the project as well as their faith in our ability to get the job done," said Mayor Jeff Longwell. "I would like to thank the Burns & McDonnell-led team of engineers who got us through Phase 1, and especially the City Council members who traveled with me to Washington, D.C. to meet with EPA about the project. They advocated for Wichita, and it was effective."
Approximately half a million people are served by the existing water treatment facility which was constructed in 1939. Its age, condition, and importance to the Wichita region prompted the City to seek a federal WIFIA loan. If approved, construction of the new water treatment facility would begin in early 2020 and be completed by spring 2024.
The City's application for the WIFIA loan will be due in 12 months. During that time, additional engineering design and financial will be conducted to support the application.
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Wichita Transit promoted Be Air Aware
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2018 AIR QUALITY SEASON
IS A SUCCESS!
Ozone season, which began in March, will come to a close next Wednesday, October 31st. Wichita experienced a relatively mild summer, yet the region still saw 8-hour parts-per-billion (ppb) averages reach the high 60s. These averages caused the 4th highest day to reach 67 ppb at one of the regional monitors. This marginally affects our 3 year rolling average by increasing it from 63 ppb in 2017, to 65 parts per billion this year. Regardless of the slight increase, we are still in compliance with the National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) for ozone, which is currently 70 ppb.
The 2018 ozone season had many high points within the City's Ozone Advance Program, including the launch of a new, interactive and informational website -
www.beairawareks.org, along with a robust marketing campaign to attract residents to go online, learn more, and make a pledge to improve air quality. Since launching the website on May 1st, 2018, 5,638 users have visited the website, with 1% of those users making a pledge to improve air quality. Of the individuals who pledged to improve air quality, 98% pledged to take more than one air improving action. A breakout of pledge actions can be found in the pie chart below. This information will help guide program and campaign planning in 2019.
In addition to the Be Air Aware campaign, the City partnered with JumpStart Gas Stores to provide residents a discount on gas on Ozone Alert Days. The City also partnered with Wichita State University to conduct a study of nonpoint sources in the region to target for future Ozone Action Plans. Lastly, City staff coordinated a meeting with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 Administrator to start discussions on a revision to the way regions are judged against the NAAQS and advocated for an outcomes-based approach.
Overall, it was a successful season! Regulatory reporting for 2018 and planning for 2019 will begin on November 1st.
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VOTE
NOVEMBER 6
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re you prepared to vote this year? According to the Sedgwick County Election Office, voter registrations have reached an all time high. There's still time to read up on the choice of candidates. Remember that those running for office can change your quality of life, so do your homework and become informed. Your future depends on it. Find out more here!
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WANTED!
VOLUNTEER BELL RINGERS
Volunteer bell ringers are the difference between an empty kettle and one that raises the funds to sustain needed programs all year long. The Salvation Army relies on money raised in red kettles to serve more than 25 million people in need every year.
To volunteer in your area, contact The Salvation Army
here.
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Early Voting Begins Oct. 22
Go to the
Advance Vote Center most convenient for you. They will check you in by computer. You can vote on a voting machine or by paper ballot.
The Election Office begins in-person advance voting Oct. 22 and continues until 12 Noon Nov. 5. Additional available sites are open Thursday - Saturday the week before Election Day for local elections, or Tuesday - Saturday for large county-wide elections.
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November 10 - 11:00 am
Downtown Wichita on Main Street
Honor America's heroes by celebrating them in the Veterans Day Parade brought to you by Spirit AeroSystems. Don't miss out on all the floats and vehicles dragging Main Street to honor the current and former military men.
Following the parade there will be a celebration and the chance to meet the parade participants, view vehicles and other displays; listen to patriotic music and hear comments from our local and state elected officials.
There will also be several food trucks available for a pleasant lunch. We are inviting the car clubs in the area to be in the parade and to do a "Show and Shine" car show in the area behind WaterWalk Place following the parade.
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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.
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At the Center of It All
Downtown is everybody's neighborhood, the nexus of activity and exploration for locals and out-of-towners alike. Explore the sights and sounds of local life around some of Wichita's favorite attractions, historic landmarks and public spaces. Plan a creative daytrip, find a green space to relax in, or unwind with an evening of live entertainment: Downtown's diverse scene has something for everyone.
Within easy distance of world-class entertainment, buzz-worthy dining, craft coffees, cocktails and microbrews, richly colored with street art and offering a full calendar of unique local events, Downtown is where you want to be.
Building on a thriving history of innovation and creativity as old as its signature warehouses and brick alleys, every city block offers a new adventure. Come down for a show, a casual afternoon or a meal with friends, and find yourself swept away by the colorful energy and Midwestern hospitality of our city's core.
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| JOB SEEKERS, TRAINING & EDUCATION, RESOURCES, AND PROGRAMS |
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CLICK ON ANY OF THE THREE LINKS ABOVE TO FIND A JOB THAT WILL SUIT YOUR NEEDS!
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GET CARRIED AWAY IN CANCUN
Where summer never ends
It's September but summer doesn't have to be over. Along the Yucatan Peninsula, the sun is always shining, the cabanas open, the discos hopping. Cut loose and extend your summer break with a flight to Cancun. It's a party place and a tropical paradise. The perfect destination for a last fling before the fall.
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 District V Advisory Board Information
The District V Advisory Board (DAB V) meets the first Monday of the month at Fire Station #21, 2110 N. 135th W., Wichita, KS 67235. Meetings begin at 6:30 p.m.
To see a listing of the District V HOAs and neighborhood associations, click here.
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Relating to abandoned, wrecked, scrapped, partially dismantled, junked or inoperable vehicles and prohibiting the storage, parking or leaving of the same on private property
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o person shall park, store, leave or permit the parking, storing or leaving of any vehicle which is in an abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, inoperable, rusted, junked, or partially dismantled condition upon any private property within the city for a period in excess of two days. The presence of an abandoned, wrecked, dismantled, inoperable, rusted, junked or partially dismantled vehicle, or parts thereof, on private propel is declared a public nuisance which may be abated as such in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
Any one of the following conditions shall be deemed
prima facie evidence that a vehicle is inoperable:
(1)
The absence of an effective registration plate upon such vehicle;
(2)
The placement of the vehicle or parts thereof upon jacks, block, chains or other supports;
(3)
The absence or condition of disrepair of one or more parts of the vehicle necessary or the lawful operation of the vehicle upon the streets and highways, including properly rated tires;
The placement of materials or property within the vehicle which would preclude the lawful operation of the vehicle upon the streets or highways.
This section shall not apply to any vehicle enclosed within a building on private property or to any vehicle held in connection with a business enterprise, lawfully licensed by the city and properly operated in an appropriate business zone, pursuant to the zoning laws of the city.
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The booklet is designed to provide you with important tips and information on a variety of community issues.
By working together, we can help prevent and solve crimes, improve and make neighborhoods safer, resolve conflicts and enhance our quality of life. You can download the booklet for future references
HERE!
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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
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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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Safe Streets Starts With You
On any given day, you'll find Wichita streets filled with people walking, biking and driving. Crashes happen, and while the City of Wichita continues to improve our roads and paths to better accommodate everyone who uses them, preventing these crashes is a job for all of us. No matter how you roll, you can do your part by following these simple
Rules of the Road.
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CRIME STOPPERS OF WICHITA/SEDGWICK COUNTY
Still completely anonymous, tips submitted through the P3 mobile app, unlike SMS text tips, have no length limitations and allow images, video and documents to be uploaded with the tip. Anderson Software's sophisticated encryption processes obscure any and all identifying information and provides assured anonymity for tipsters.
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EVERY DAY IS A
DAY
TO CELEBRATE
Click on the provided links
to learn more about each day!
Nov 04 Daylight Savings Day Ends
Nov 12
Veterans Day Observed-City Hall CLOSED
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8515 Bekemeyer
533 N Country Acres
Southeast of Central and Maize
965 N. Redbarn Lane
1851 N Keith
1011 N. Maize Ct.
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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 | 316-352-4886 |
City Hall, 455 N Main St.
Wichita, KS 67202
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