What's Happening This Week in Sand Springs (7/7 - 7/14/19)

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Sunday

  • 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Creative Writing Workshop.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

Monday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Reach Kids Vacation Bible School: Read Set Go.

    • Ages 5 through 5th Grade.

    • Reach Church
      1402 North 81st West Avenue

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Faux Stained Glass, Mosaic, Wire, Painting.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Sphero: It’s a Ball, It’s a Robot, It’s Awesome!

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Acrylic Painting Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

Tuesday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Reach Kids Vacation Bible School: Read Set Go.

    • Ages 5 through 5th Grade.

    • Reach Church
      1402 North 81st West Avenue

  • 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Build a Reader Storytime & Stay and Play.

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Faux Stained Glass, Mosaic, Wire, Painting.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Oil Painting class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

Wednesday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Reach Kids Vacation Bible School: Read Set Go.

    • Ages 5 through 5th Grade.

    • Reach Church
      1402 North 81st West Avenue

  • 11:30 a.m. City Council and Municipal Authority joint meetings.

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Faux Stained Glass, Mosaic, Wire, Painting.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Watercolor Painting class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

  • 6:30 p.m. Core Student Ministries Color Clash Paint War.

    • HillSpring Church
      8801 West 41st Street South

Thursday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Reach Kids Vacation Bible School: Read Set Go.

    • Ages 5 through 5th Grade.

    • Reach Church
      1402 North 81st West Avenue

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Faux Stained Glass, Mosaic, Wire, Painting.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Lego Fun.

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 6:00 p.m. BINGO

    • American Legion - Billie A. Hall Post 17
      500 North Main Street

  • 6:00 p.m. Drawing class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

Friday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Reach Kids Vacation Bible School: Read Set Go.

    • Ages 5 through 5th Grade.

    • Reach Church
      1402 North 81st West Avenue

  • 11:30 a.m. City of Sand Springs Employee Appreciation Picnic.

    • HillSpring Church
      8801 West 41st Street South

Saturday

  • 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. HillSpring Serve Day.

    • HillSpring Church
      8801 West 41st Street

  • 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Open Hike Day.

    • Keystone Ancient Forest
      160 Ancient Forest Drive

  • 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teacher Appreciation Event.

    • First 300 teachers (with ID) - free cake, ice cream, drinks, photobooth, and goodie bags.

    • Walmart
      220 South Highway 97

Sunday

  • 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Creative Writing Workshop.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

On The Horizon

  • 7/15-7/18 - Summer Art Camp: Faux Stained Glass, Mosaic, Wire.

  • 8/3 - CPHS Class of 1974 - 45 Year Reunion.

  • 8/12 - CPHS Football Mandatory Parent Meeting.

  • 8/17 - Sertoma Murder Mystery Dinner.

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  • Free for nonprofit/free/charitable events.

  • Free for Sandite Pride Partners.

State legislators Nollan and Ikley-Freeman receive awards from Sand Springs Board of Education

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Two State legislators were recognized at Monday evening’s Sand Springs Board of Education meeting. Fifth-term House District 66 Representative Jadine Nollan (R) and first-term District 37 Senator Allison Ikley-Freeman (D) were awarded Pacesetter Awards for their work to promote public education bills this past session.

“You talk about somebody who is committed to the district, committed to the community, committed to the state, it’s Phil and Jadine,” said Deputy Clerk Mike Mullins.

“In the context of a legislative season, having someone willing to call and ask questions and find information about how things truly impact the people in her district, you can always count on her to respond in that way, and to answer text messages,” added Superintendent Sherry Durkee.

“You represent us in the most amazing way,” said Vice-President Whitney Wagers, of Ikley-Freeman. “You are there for us anytime we call or text.”

“She’s a champion for public education, but more importantly, she’s extremely child-centered,” read aaaa statement from Durkee. “Senator Ikley-Freeman takes the role seriously and studies each issue, keeping the opinions of her constituents in mind when deciding to vote on a particular issue.”

In other news:

The district is working with an Active Shooter Consultant and the Sand Springs Police Department to conduct training exercises this summer.

The district is almost finished conducting interviews for the coming school year, and currently there is only one position left to fill. The state has been facing a teacher shortage in recent years, and the district still has 11 emergency-certified teachers on staff.

“We need to remember to thank those folks that are willing to come in and work because it is not an easy job,” said Durkee. “We’d like to not have emergency certified teachers, but those people have saved our skin.”

The district recently received an A bond rating from Standard and Poor, reducing the interest rate on the recent $32,850,000 in bonds passed this March.

According to Durkee each teacher in the district will receive a minimum salary increase of $1,220 this coming year. “It’s likely we’ll spend the entire allocation of new money for fiscal year 2020 on teacher pay raises, which is a good thing.”

The Board accepted the resignations of Elementary paraprofessionals Sharon Robbins and Lorrie Bailey, and of Clyde Boyd Middle School social studies teacher Dylan Cahwee. Cahwee has reportedly accepted an Assistant Principal position at Owasso High School.

The Board approved agreements with Tulsa Technology Center, Tulsa Boys Home, Tulsa Community College, ImpactTulsa, Native American Coalition of Tulsa, Discover Education, Renaissance Learning, and other organizations to continue existing district programs. They also renewed lease agreements with Sand Springs Community Theater and Sand Springs Community Services, and a sublease agreement with Tulsa County Industrial Authority.

The district has been working to compile a database of information around the district’s HVAC systems, with notes on instillation and repair dates. Last year CBMS had a carbon monoxide scare that prompted the district to be more proactive in repairing and replacing the aging units.

The Board approved a small price increase for school meals. The district is currently below federally recommended prices and raised them to help offset the cost of raises for lunch-worker staff.

The Board approved the hiring of 11 new district employees:

  • Regan Burnett, Social Studies Teacher, Clyde Boyd Middle School.

  • Joshua Berry, Head Varsity Girls Basketball Coach, Charles Page High School/Central Ninth Grade Center.

  • Kennedy Cabori, PreK Teacher, Early Childhood Education Center.

  • Jason Cole, Social Studies Teacher, Tulsa Boys Home.

  • Shannon Crutcher, Third Grade Teacher, Limestone Technology Academy.

  • Joseph Dane, Social Studies Teacher, Clyde Boyd Middle School.

  • Pamela Freeman, Literature Teacher, Clyde Boyd Middle School.

  • Dara Hudson, Special Education Teacher, Central Ninth Grade Center.

  • Kimberly Lee, Title 1 Reading Teacher, Clyde Boyd Middle School.

  • Robert Lee, First Grade Teacher, Garfield STEAM Academy.

  • Madison Orme, PreK Teacher, Early Childhood Education Center.

  • Dana Peacock, Intermediate Math, Clyde Boyd Middle School.

  • Hannah Sloan, First Grade Teacher, Limestone Technology Academy.

  • Blake Williford, US History Teacher/Assist. Varsity Football Coach Charles Page High School.

  • Lisa Wolf, Family/Consumer Science Teacher, Central Ninth Grade Center/Charles Page High School.

  • Lisa Lonsdale, Special Education Paraprofessional, Limestone Technology Academy.

Sand Springs Parks Dept. unveils new restroom facility at Pratt Civitan Park & Splashpad

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Sand Springs City leaders and Parks Department staff gathered for a ribbon cutting celebration at Pratt Civitan Park Tuesday morning. The department recently completed construction on a new restroom facility with covered patio seating.

“The citizens of Sand Springs recognized the increased popularity of Pratt Civitan Park after the recently installed splash pad, and approved this need through the passing of a GO Bond,” stated Parks Director Jeff Edwards. “Our talented staff went above and beyond their normal job duties in our commitment to providing a more enjoyable park environment, to offer this custom comfort station to the public.”

The six-month project was completed by Parks Staff instead of being contracted out in order to save taxpayers money. The climate-controlled family bathroom is ADA compliant and uses magnetic door locks. It will be open during normal Park hours from 6:00 a.m. to midnight. Also attached to the building is a new pavilion and a pressure wash station for maintenance crews to more easily service the splash pad.

The 3.6 acre park is located at 212 West 43rd Street and features basketball and tennis courts, a swing set, grills, two covered pavilions, and the city’s only functional splash pad. The park is named for the now defunct Civitan Club who previously helped raise funds for the swing bay.

Improvements are also being made at Angus Valley Park and Ray Brown Park. Case Community Park is still closed at press time due to damages sustained during the recent historic flooding that completely submerged the hundred-acre park, which includes the Rotary Super Splash Pad. That closure has significantly increased the number of visitors at Pratt Civitan in recent weeks.

Pratt Civitan’s two pavilions are free on a first-come first-served basis, or can be reserved at $20.00 per hour.

This Week in Sand Springs (6/30 - 7/6/19)

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Sunday

  • 7:00 p.m. Freedom Celebration.

    • Harvest Church
      1601 West 4th Street

Monday

  • 11:30 a.m. Charles Page High School Alumni Association Meeting.

    • Socialize from 11:30 to 1:00 p.m., meeting starts at 1:00.

    • The Canyons at Blackjack Ridge - Grill
      1801 North McKinley Road

  • 12:00 p.m. Sand Springs Chamber of Commerce Open Forum - Speaker Stephanie Duran with Gable Law.

    • Part two of a four part series on Medical Marijuana. Will focus on Human Resource Issues for business owners and employees.

    • Tulsa Tech - Sand Springs Campus
      924 East Charles Page Boulevard

  • 5:30 p.m. Sand Springs Public Schools District Dialogue meeting.

    • Charles Page High School Performing Arts Building
      600 North Adams Road

  • 7:00 p.m. Sand Springs Board of Education meeting.

Tuesday

  • 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Build a Reader Storytime/Stay and Play.

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

Thursday

  • Independence Day.

On The Horizon

  • 7/8-7/11 - Summer Art Camp: Faux Stained Glass, Mosaic, Wire.

  • 7/10 - Core Student Ministries Color Clash Paint War.

  • 8/3 - CPHS Class of 1974 - 45 Year Reunion.

  • 8/12 - CPHS Football Mandatory Parent Meeting.

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  • Free for nonprofit/free/charitable events.

  • Free for Sandite Pride Partners.

This Week in Sand Springs (6/23 - 6/30/19)

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Sunday

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

  • 2:30 p.m. Sand Springs Community Theatre presents… “The Fantasticks.”

    • Central Ninth Grade Center
      400 North Garfield Avenue

Monday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Mobiles, Wall Hangings, Macrame.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Her Comes the Fire Truck!

    • Climb aboard a Sand Springs fire engine and meet our local firemen.

    • Pratt Library
      3219 South 113th West Avenue

  • 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday Movie: “Home.”

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p..m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Acrylic Painting Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

Tuesday

  • 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Build a Reader Storytime & Stay and Play.

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Mobiles, Wall Hangings, Macrame.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Oil Painting Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Boulevard

Wednesday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Mobiles, Wall Hangings, Macrame.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Beginner SEO Training for Small Business.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p..m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Watercolor Painting Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

Thursday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Mobiles, Wall Hangings, Macrame.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 6:00 p.m. BINGO

    • American Legion - Billie A. Hall Post 17
      500 North Main Street

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Drawing Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

Friday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Josh Heupel’s The 14 Foundation presents PIT Camp: Performance Improvement Training, Football Academics & Sports Skills.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Check In.
      3:00 p.m. Check Out.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Art Camp - Mobiles, Wall Hangings, Macrame.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

Saturday

  • 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Hike With Your Dog Day.

    • Keystone Ancient Forest
      160 Ancient Forest Drive

Sunday

On The Horizon

  • 7/8-7/11 - Summer Art Camp: Faux Stained Glass, Mosaic, Wire.

  • 7/10 - Core Student Ministries Color Clash Paint War.

  • 8/3 - CPHS Class of 1974 - 45 Year Reunion.

  • 8/12 - CPHS Football Mandatory Parent Meeting.

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  • Free for Sandite Pride Partners.

Fireworks Permit Sales Available in City of Sand Springs

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The City of Sand Springs will offer fireworks permits for $20 each for any resident wishing to discharge fireworks within the city limits of Sand Springs. Walk up sales for the mandatory permits begin on Wednesday, June 19, and will end at 4:00 p.m. on July 3. The permits must be purchased by an adult age 18 or older that serves as the responsible party for activities at an individual residence. Permits are non-transferable.

During the holiday, permit holders can use residential streets as a fireworks discharge area provided that activities do not hinder traffic and all debris is removed. Fireworks may be discharged in the Sand Springs city limits on July 3 from 6:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. and on July 4 from 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. No other use of fireworks is allowed outside of these times.

Permits can be purchased using either of two methods: 1) purchase in person at Sand Springs Fire Department Administration Offices, located at 108 E Broadway St; 2) purchase online at www.sandspringsok.org/fwpermit

Citizens opting to purchase in person can visit the Fire Administration office from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekdays beginning Wednesday, June 19 and running through Wednesday, July 3. Fire Administration will remain open during the lunch hour to accommodate purchases during the week of Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28.

“Last year’s success of online sales makes purchasing more convenient with less time restrictions on when they can be purchased,” said Sand Springs Deputy Fire Chief Justin Hall. Online sales will end however at 4:00 p.m. on July 4. There will be a processing fee of approximately $2 added to each electronic transaction.

Although fireworks can be enjoyed by citizens, fire officials urge residents to remember that live fireworks often frighten and stress animals. Officials ask that citizens take a moment to secure their pets to reduce the chances of animals running away.

Fees collected from permits help offset overtime costs of police and fire officials who patrol neighborhoods on this busy holiday to assure fireworks are being discharged responsibly with a valid permit. Without the permit, the pre-set court fine for illegally discharging of fireworks in the city limits is $171. However, a maximum fine of $500 plus court costs can be imposed for serious or repetitive violations.

For further information about fireworks permits, call the Sand Springs Fire Administration Office at 918-246-2548.

Sand Springs City Council issues continuance on controversial Dollar General location

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Possible future site for a Dollar General store.

The Sand Springs City Council took no action on a controversial ordinance to rezone a vacant lot at 2702 North State Highway 97. More than fifty local citizens showed up in opposition to a proposed Dollar General location that they feel is inappropriately located in a residential area.

Council was schedule to vote on rezoning the land from residential to commercial to allow the construction of a Dollar General store by AAB Engineering. Because the Council meeting was moved forward a week from its previously scheduled date, Dollar General representatives were unable to be present for the meeting, and requested a continuance.

Because of the lack of representation from Dollar General, and because of the absence of Vice Mayor Patty Dixon, Council voted 5-1 in favor of delaying the rezoning vote until the July 22nd meeting.

In the rezoning application, AAB Engineering points to the close proximity of a gas station, water tower, mini storage facility, church, and radio station as justification for the commercial zoning. Additionally, a 1981 plat of the land indicated that business or commercial operations would be allowed on the lot.

However, the property sits at the intersection of Pond Drive, which is entirely residential. Approximately 238 local residents signed a petition in opposition of the rezoning, citing their desire for a quiet, rural community, and fear that the construction of a Dollar General would lead to additional future development in the area.

The City of Sand Springs voted to annex the Osage County land on May 20th. The Planning Commission voted 2-2 on the rezoning application at their last week’s meeting, failing to recommend either approval or denial of the request. However, the City staff has recommended approval.

Mayor Jim Spoon remarked that he was impressed with the public turnout for the meeting, and hoped to see as many citizens at the next meeting. One citizen remarked that they would be bringing even more opposition to the next meeting.

Police Chief Mike Carter gave a presentation regarding the 2019 Policing Plan and took public comment on the subject. This is the fourth year the department has adopted a policing plan and last year’s version was awarded the International Association of Chiefs of Police Leadership in Community Policing Award.

All officers will be issued new business cards with their name, badge number, and a website address to file online compliments or complaints. Following an unscientific Facebook poll with 93% community approval, the department will no longer restrict the hiring of officers with visible tattoos.

The department recently purchased six new police bicycles. They have been used successfully to silently close in on late night burglary suspects, to patrol trails systems and crowded community events, and to teach children how to ride bikes safely.

As part of the department’s Community Policing and Crime Reduction Plan officers took 51 students from Sand Springs Public Schools to a Tulsa ropes course to participate in the Community Trust Champions project.

The 2019 Policing Plan also calls for increased traffic violation warnings in lieu of fines, an improved system of acknowledging community complaints and disciplining officers, increased training and certifications, increased transparency, collaboration with local businesses for economic development, participation in the Hispanic Affairs Commission, Autism Awareness Training, and Critical Incident Inoculation Training.

In Other News:

Council revisited a request by Councilman Brian Jackson to have a Masonic Cornerstone installed at the new Billie A Hall Public Safety Center. The motion was previously defeated at both May Council meetings.

More than a dozen Masonic Lodge members turned out in support of the resolution, and former City Councilman Dean Nichols spoke on their behalf. The measure was approved by unanimous 6-0 vote.

Council unanimously approved the Worker’s Compensation Plan through the Oklahoma Municipal Assurance Group with a yearly premium of $489,706.

Council unanimously approved a resolution clarifying the City’s rules regarding retention of certain public records. The resolution allows for the immediate destruction of emails, social media posts, text messages, voicemails, and browsing history, leaving their retention up to the sole discretion of the individual employees involved.

Council unanimously approved an agreement with Crawford & Associates in the amount of $50,000 for accounting and consulting services.

Council unanimously approved an agreement with Arledge and Associates in the amount of $35,875 for for financial statement audit services.

Council unanimously approved a continuance regarding a rezoning request at the former K-Mart building. Council will vote July 22nd on whether to rezone 1200 East Charles Page Boulevard from Commercial Shopping to Commercial General.

Council unanimously approved a ratification of a Memorandum of Understanding for participation in the Southwest Area Tactical Team.

Council unanimously voted to declare as surplus two 2007 John Deere backhoes for trade-in.

Council unanimously voted to purchase a Yanmar Vio-80 Compact Excavator from DitchWitch of Tulsa for $102,550, and an Interstate 50TDL Equipment Trailer for $27,750.

Council unanimously approved a resolution setting forth guidelines to assist the City in pursuing legal claims and in responding to legal claims against the City.

Council unanimously approved a resolution affirming a Declaration of Emergency following the May 2019 Flood Event. The declaration authorizes and affirms the execution of contracts, budget amendments, waivers of competitive bidding, and payments to the pursuant contracts to restore City property and equipment that was damaged during the flood. City Staff is currently estimating a budgetary impact of $1,581,600 in flood damages.

Council unanimously approved a Master Service Agreement with Motorola Solutions for recurring services related to Motorola MCC 7500 dispatch consoles.

Council unanimously approved the appointment of the following individuals to various boards and committees:

  • Mike Burdge to Council Appointment Committee.

  • Christine Hamner to Council Appointment Committee.

  • Patty Dixon to Council Appointment Committee.

  • Mike Burdge to Council Finance and Development Committee.

  • Jim Spoon to Council Finance and Development Committee.

  • Patty Dixon to Council Finance and Development Committee.

  • Patty Dixon to Council Legislative Committee.

  • Christine Hamner to Council Legislative Committee.

  • Brian Jackson to Council Legislative Committee.

  • Jim Spoon to Council Public Works Advisory Committee.

  • Beau Wilson to Council Public Works Advisory Committee.

  • Phil Nollan to Council Public Works Advisory Committee.

  • Mike Burdge to the INCOG Board of Directors.

  • Jim Spoon as Alternate to the INCOG Board of Directors.

  • Jim Spoon to the INCOG General Assembly.

  • Elizabeth Gray as Alternate to the INCOG General Assembly.

  • Mike Burdge to the INCOG Legislative Consortium.

  • Jim Spoon as Alternate to the Legislative Consortium.

  • Derek Campbell to the INCOG - Tulsa Metropolitan Area Transportation Policy Committee.

  • TJ Davis as Alternate to the INCOG - Tulsa Metropolitan Area Transportation Policy Committee.

  • Phil Nollan to the Sand Springs Parks Advisory Board.

  • Daniel Comer to the Sand Springs Parks Advisory Board.

  • Harold Neal to the Sand Springs Planning Commission.

  • Keri Fothergill to the Sand Springs Planning Commission.

  • Phil Nollan to the Sand Springs Economic Development Authority.

  • Troy Zickefoose to the Tulsa County Criminal Justice Sales Tax Overview Committee.

  • Leia Anderson to the Pogue Airport Advisory Board.

  • Rick Westcott to the Pogue Airport Advisory Board.

  • Elizabeth Gray to the Sand Springs/Sapulpa Joint Board.

  • Derek Campbell to the Sand Springs/Sapulpa Joint Board.

In the Municipal Authority meeting following City Council, Trustees unanimously approved a $31,551 Agreement Renewal with the Metropolitan Environmental Trust for administering and operating the Sand Springs Recycling Project.

Trustees unanimously approved a one-year extension to a contract with Talley Golf, who operates the pro shop, grill, golf cart rental, and other services at the Canyons at Blackjack Ridge.

This Week in Sand Springs (6/16 - 6/23/19)

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Sunday

  • Father’s Day.

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

Monday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sandite Baseball Youth Skills Camp.

    • Grades 1-4.

    • Sandite Baseball Complex
      408 West 55th Street

  • 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Lady Sandite Basketball Camp.

    • Ed Dubie Field House
      600 North Adams Road

    • 2nd-6th Graders: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

    • 7th-9th Graders: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Camp - Quilling, OP Art, and Paper Sculptures.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Full Moon Frolic: 2019 Summer Reading Program.

    • Pratt Library
      3219 South 113th West Avenue

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

  • 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Create Your Own Constellation.

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p..m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Acrylic Painting Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

  • 6:00 p.m. Sand Springs Board of Adjustment meeting.

  • 7:00 p.m. Sand Springs City Council meeting.

Tuesday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sandite Baseball Youth Skills Camp.

    • Grades 1-4.

    • Sandite Baseball Complex
      408 West 55th Street

  • 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Lady Sandite Basketball Camp.

    • Ed Dubie Field House
      500 North Adams Road

    • 2nd-6th Graders: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

    • 7th-9th Graders: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Camp - Quilling, OP Art, and Paper Sculptures.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

  • 6:00 p.m. Sand Springs Cultural & Historical Museum Trust Authority meeting.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Oil Painting Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Boulevard

Wednesday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sandite Baseball Youth Skills Camp.

    • Grades 5-7

    • Sandite Baseball Complex
      408 West 55th Street

  • 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Lady Sandite Basketball Camp.

    • Ed Dubie Field House
      500 North Adams Road

    • 2nd-6th Graders: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

    • 7th-9th Graders: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Camp - Quilling, OP Art, and Paper Sculptures.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p..m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Watercolor Painting Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

Thursday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Football.

    • 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Junior High Girls - All Sports.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Sandite Baseball Youth Skills Camp.

    • Grades 5-7

    • Sandite Baseball Complex
      408 West 55th Street

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Camp - Quilling, OP Art, and Paper Sculptures.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

  • 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Chamber of Commerce Networking event.

    • Bright Morning Farm
      5802 South 145th West Avenue

  • 6:00 p.m. BINGO

    • American Legion - Billie A. Hall Post 17
      500 North Main Street

  • 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Drawing Class.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 East Charles Page Boulevard

  • 7:00 p.m. Sand Springs Community Theatre presents… “The Fantasticks.”

    • Central Ninth Grade Center
      400 North Garfield Avenue

Friday

  • Summer Pride.

    • 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Junior High Boys - All Sports.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. High School Wrestling.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. High School Football.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 12:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Summer Camp - Quilling, OP Art, and Paper Sculptures.

    • 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Kids 6-12.
      2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Teens.

    • ZegART Studios
      700 Charles Page Boulevard

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

  • 7:00 p.m. Sand Springs Community Theatre presents… “The Fantasticks.”

    • Central Ninth Grade Center
      400 North Garfield Avenue

Saturday

  • 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 3rd Annual Cheers & Gears Auto Show.

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

  • 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 8th Annual Fireworks Preview Night & Kids Funfest.

    • Big Blast Fireworks Superstore
      17516 West 8th Street

  • 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. CPHS Class of 1972 - 65th Birthday Party.

    • Baxter’s Interurban Grill
      717 South Houston Avenue, Suite 100
      Tulsa, OK 74127

  • 7:00 p.m. Sand Springs Community Theatre presents… “The Fantasticks.”

    • Central Ninth Grade Center
      400 North Garfield Avenue

Sunday

  • 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tulsa Parade of Homes.

  • 2:30 p.m. Sand Springs Community Theatre presents… “The Fantasticks.”

    • Central Ninth Grade Center
      400 North Garfield Avenue

On The Horizon

  • 6/24-6/28 - ZegART Summer Camp: Mobiles, Wall Hangings, Macrame.

  • 6/28 - Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament.

  • 7/10 - Core Student Ministries Color Clash Paint War.

  • 8/3 - CPHS Class of 1974 - 45 Year Reunion.

  • 8/12 - CPHS Football Mandatory Parent Meeting.

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  • Free for Sandite Pride Partners.

Sand Springs Public Schools break ground on new 9th Grade Center and STEM Academy

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Sand Springs Public School District officials gathered for a ground-breaking ceremony at the site of the new Ninth Grade Center and STEM Academy Tuesday afternoon.

The new buildings were part of a $33 million bond package approved by voters in March. The construction will allow for the reunification of freshmen with the rest of the Sand Springs high school students at the Charles Page campus. Currently freshmen are in the century-old Sand Springs High School building downtown, which has long outlived its usefulness.

The $14.28 million building will be conjoined with Charles Page through a central lobby, but will keep the younger students separated from the upperclassmen. In recent years the district has had to shuttle more than 75% of freshmen to the high school for daily activities like band, athletics, and other classes.

The new construction will also provide class space for expanded curriculum in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics fields, as well as a new two-story lobby.

Construction is expected to finish in August of 2020, meaning the district will have one more year at the current Central Ninth Grade Center. CNGC will then be turned into administrative offices for the district.

This Week in Sand Springs (6/9 - 6/16/19)

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Monday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Wrestling Summer Pride.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Football Summer Pride.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In The Wild: Vacation Bible School.

    • Olivet Baptist Church
      155 North 65th West Avenue

  • 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sandite Boys Basketball Camp.

    • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Grades 2-6.
      1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Grades 7-9.

    • Ed Dubie Field House
      600 North Adams Road

  • 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Storytime: “Yah Tay Pot Chay! Panther that crosses the sky!”

    • Pratt Library
      3219 South 113th West Avenue

  • 4:00 p.m. Sand Springs Planning Commission meeting.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p..m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Roar: Vacation Bible School.

    • Crosspoint Church
      4600 South 129th West Avenue

Tuesday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In The Wild: Vacation Bible School.

    • Olivet Baptist Church
      155 North 65th West Avenue

  • 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Build-a-Read Storytime/Stay and Play.

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sand Springs Summer Throwing Program Indian Taco Fundraiser.

    • Sand Springs United Methodist Church
      319 North Main Street

  • 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Roar: Vacation Bible School.

    • Crosspoint Church
      4600 South 129th West Avenue

Wednesday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Wrestling Summer Pride.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Football Summer Pride.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In The Wild: Vacation Bible School.

    • Olivet Baptist Church
      155 North 65th West Avenue

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p..m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Roar: Vacation Bible School.

    • Crosspoint Church
      4600 South 129th West Avenue

  • 6:30 p.m. Core Student Ministries.

    • Student-lead worship night.

    • HillSpring Church
      8801 West 41st Street

Thursday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Football Summer Pride.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In The Wild: Vacation Bible School.

    • Olivet Baptist Church
      155 North 65th West Avenue

  • 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Paws for Reading.

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Lego Fun.

    • Charles Page Library
      551 East 4th Street

  • 5:30 p.m. Airport Advisory Board meeting.

  • 6:00 p.m. BINGO

    • American Legion - Billie A. Hall Post 17
      500 North Main Street

Friday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Wrestling Summer Pride.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Football Summer Pride.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In The Wild: Vacation Bible School.

    • Olivet Baptist Church
      155 North 65th West Avenue

  • 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Mad Science Presents…”Destination: Moon”

    • Pratt Library
      3219 South 113th West Avenue

Saturday

  • 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Open Hike Day.

  • 10:00 a.m. Harvest Church Women’s Ministry: Guest Speaker Sharon Daugherty.

    • Harvest Church
      1601 West 4th Street

  • 6:30 p.m. Charles Page High School Class of 1994 - 25-Year Reunion.

    • Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
      777 West Cherokee Street
      Catoosa, OK 74015

Sunday

On The Horizon

  • 6/22 - CPHS Class of 1972 - 65th Birthday Party.

  • 6/22 - 3rd Annual Cheers & Gears Auto Show - Read more.

  • 6/28 - Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament.

  • 7/10 - Core Student Ministries Color Clash Paint War.

  • 8/3 - CPHS Class of 1974 - 45 Year Reunion.

  • 8/12 - CPHS Football Mandatory Parent Meeting.

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  • Free for Sandite Pride Partners.

Flood damage cleanup day scheduled for Case Community Park

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Sand Springs, OK - The Sand Springs Local Church Network and the City of Sand Springs is teaming up to create a special Case Community Park Cleanup event this Saturday, June 8, 2019.

The volunteer cleanup event is open to everyone and will be assisted by City of Sand Springs Parks staff. Volunteers should arrive before 8:00 a.m. Parking will be located at the south end of the Case Community Center parking lot (1050 W. Wekiwa Road, Sand Springs, OK). All volunteers will be asked to sign in, in order to help the community receive additional FEMA credit for their efforts.

Volunteers will split into several teams, covering much of the 120-acre park site, which was heavily damaged from the historical flood event this month. Workers are advised to wear work clothes, gloves, proper footwear, hat and sunscreen. The event is weather dependent.

All parties interested in helping out should monitor the City of Sand Springs Facebook page, which includes a “special event” posting on this gathering with real time updates including weather information.

Volunteers do not need to bring anything, however those who are able and willing to bring and operate small chain saws and gasoline powered backpack blowers are needed. Sweep brooms are also needed. Other tasks will include relocating metal bleachers washed away; picking up tree debris, operating pressure washers, sweeping and blowing off concrete walks, splash pads and more.

First look at Case Community Park flood damage, cleanup day scheduled for Saturday

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Sand Springs Parks Director Jeff Edwards surveys damages near the Will Ramsey Softball Complex.

Sand Springs City Council, Parks Advisory Board, and select members of the media were given a tour of the recently flooded Case Community Park Monday evening, getting their first look at the devastation inflicted by recent historic flooding.

More than a hundred acres of Sand Springs’s flagship park was under several feet of water for more than a week this past May. The park has undergone more than $10 million in renovations and improvements over the past five years, and much of that hard work has been undercut by mother nature’s recent fury.

Thankfully, most of the park’s amenities are insured and can be replaced. Additionally, the Parks Department removed more than $200,000 worth of tables, benches, trashcans, and other items prior to the water reaching them.

So far the City of Sand Springs has yet to do any work at Case, and Parks Department staff have been busy helping with volunteer efforts in the recently flooded Meadow Valley subdivision. The City will be hosting a community cleanup day Saturday, June 8th, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Sand Springs Local Church Network will be working with the Parks Department to provide free lunch for any volunteers who come out.

The BMX Track and Will Ramsey Softball Complex took the brunt of the damage as those two areas are right along the river path and had a strong current running through them. The Roger S. Bush Soccer Complex and Jerry Adair Baseball Park were also flooded, but mainly due to backup from a creek that runs past them. Flood waters reached depths of 3-4 feet in the baseball facilities and 8-10 feet in the soccer fields and deeper parts of the park.

Parks Director Jeff Edwards pointed out that even while flooded, the parks were still serving their community. Case Park lies between the river and the levee, and an 80-acre section of the park is actually owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of the floodplain.

All of the fencing around the softball and BMX parks will likely need to be replaced. The chain link is packed solid with leaves, trash, and other detritus. Much of the fence has collapsed or warped under the pressure from the current, which also eroded around the base of many fence posts.

Much of the electrical systems running through the park will need to be redone, and the concessions and restroom facilities will need extensive rehabbing. All of the artificial turf under the playgrounds will need to be replaced, though the playground equipment itself appears to be undamaged.

None of the disc golf baskets appear to have suffered significant damage, though much of that area has yet to be thoroughly inspected. At present time the grounds are too waterlogged to support heavy vehicles, and the BMX track is cut off due to a downed tree.

Fortunately, the annual Chillin’ ‘n’ Grillin’ festival that normally takes place in Case was already planned to relocate to downtown prior to the flooding, and celebrated its 8th year of festivities without a hitch this past weekend. Unfortunately, the 22nd Annual Sertoma Fireworks Show scheduled for July 3rd has been canceled, as has the 3rd Annual Riverfest, and the Summer Outdoor Movie Series.

This Week in Sand Springs (6/2 - 6/9/19)

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Monday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Wrestling Summer Pride.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Football Summer Pride.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

  • 12:00 p.m. Sand Springs Chamber of Commerce Open Forum - RSVP required.

    • Tulsa Tech
      924 East Charles Page Boulevard

  • 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Blood Drive.

    • Free BBQ sandwich from 3 Feathers BBQ & Catering for all donors.

    • Sand Springs Church of Christ
      4301 South 113th West Avenue

  • 5:30 p.m. Sand Springs Parks Advisory Board meeting.

  • 5:30 p.m. Sand Springs Public Schools District Dialogue meeting.

    • CPHS Performing Arts Building
      600 North Adams Road

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p..m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

  • 7:00 p.m. Sand Springs Board of Education Meeting.

Wednesday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Wrestling Summer Pride.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Football Summer Pride.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

  • 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p..m. Keystone Kids Wrestling Practice.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road.

Thursday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Football Summer Pride.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

  • 6:00 p.m. BINGO

    • American Legion - Billie A. Hall Post 17
      500 North Main Street

Friday

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Wrestling Summer Pride.

    • Charles Page High School
      500 North Adams Road

  • 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Football Summer Pride.

    • CPHS Veterans Memorial Stadium
      600 North Adams Road

Saturday

Sunday

  • 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Flood Victims Fundraiser.

    • Boulder Coffee
      118 North Main Street

On The Horizon

  • 6/15 - CPHS Class of 1994 - 25 Year Reunion.

  • 6/28 - Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament.

  • 8/12 - CPHS Football Mandatory Parent Meeting.

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Senator Ikley-Freeman Statement on Tulsa Area Flooding

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TULSA – Senator Allison Ikley-Freeman, D-Tulsa, released the following statement addressing the recent flooding in Tulsa:

“Today we received an update from the Army Corps of Engineers indicating releases from the Keystone Dam are falling and the level of the Arkansas River is dropping. While this is welcome news, it is important for residents to be aware the situation is still very serious, and health and safety risks remain. As floodwaters recede, neighborhoods will be inspected for safety before evacuated residents are able to return.

“The last few weeks have been very challenging for our communities, but our residents are tough and resilient. Please remember that nobody has to go through this alone; there are many resources available to help those affected by the flooding and severe weather. Residents can still dial 2-1-1 to request assistance. My constituents in District 37 can also call my office at (405) 521-5600 if you have questions or have a specific request for assistance. If you are able to volunteer with relief efforts, please contact the Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 or visit their website at redcross.org.

“Over the coming weeks and months, I will work tirelessly to make sure our communities have the tools to begin the long road to recovery. I have been coordinating with officials at the federal, state, and local levels on relief efforts and will continue working with them through the recovery process. I want to thank Tulsa City Councilor Jeannie Cue, County Commissioner Karen Keith, and all of the officials who have put in countless hours assisting impacted communities. We also acknowledge and thank the Army Corps of Engineers, Oklahoma National Guard, and first responders for all they have done to protect us. We will continue to come together as Oklahomans and we will move forward.”

Residents Urged to Use Caution When Reentering Flooded Homes

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As many residents prepare to return to their homes and property damaged by floodwaters, the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) encourages the public to use caution when reentering their home.

Scott Sproat, director of the OSDH Emergency Preparedness and Response Service, said there are a number of factors for residents to consider.

“In the upcoming weeks, there will be many Oklahomans returning to damaged homes,” said Sproat. “We want to ensure the public’s health and safety as we continue to recover from the recent disaster.”

If a flooded home has been closed up for several days, residents should assume there is mold and take proper precautions. Occupants should enter the home briefly to open doors and windows to let the house air out for at least 30 minutes before staying for any length of time. After standing water has been removed, use fans and dehumidifiers to help remove excess moisture. Fans should be placed at a window or door to blow the air outwards rather than inwards, so not to spread the mold.

It is recommended to have the home’s heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) system checked and cleaned by a maintenance or service professional who is experienced in mold cleanup before being turned on. If the HVAC system was flooded with water, turning on the mold-contaminated HVAC will spread mold throughout the house. Professional cleaning will kill the mold and prevent later mold growth. When the service determines that the system is clean and if it is safe to do so, turn it on and use it to help remove excess moisture from your home.

The following additional safety tips are recommended:

  • Ensure the utilities to a flooded building are shut off. Homeowners who are not familiar with electricity or their home’s electrical system should contact a professional to help make the property safe from electrical hazards.

  • Use flashlights. Avoid using lanterns, torches or matches to examine dark buildings. Flammable gases may be present and open flames can cause a fire or explosion.

  • Generators or other gasoline-powered machinery should only be used outdoors away from doors and windows as carbon monoxide exhaust can be fatal.

  • Contact your doctor if you’re concerned about medications having spoiled.

  • Throw away food that may have come in contact with flood or storm water as well as perishable foods which have not been refrigerated properly due to power outages. When in doubt, throw it out.

  • Be on the lookout for snakes or rodents which may be looking for shelter on higher ground.

For more information about safety after a disaster, visit www.cdc.gov or www.ready.gov.

Keystone Dam outflow reduced, community meeting scheduled and other resources for flood victims

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For the first time in weeks, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has begun significantly scaling back release rates at the Keystone Dam. By 2:00 p.m. Thursday outflow had been reduced from 275,000 cubic feet per second to 230,000. Inflow is down to 204,251 cf/s, its lowest rate since May 20th. The flood pool is at 104.9% with pool elevation at 755.5 feet. With no additional rains, the Corps is projecting 100,000 cf/s by June 3rd.

By Monday evening the Sand Springs Police had shut down Highway 51 all the way from Riverview RV Park to 145th West Avenue due to flooding from Anderson Creek. The Arkansas River tributary was one of the first places to flood in Sand Springs, taking out the Meadow Valley subdivision, the Webco Star Center, Sand Springs Sand and Gravel Company, and Double H Sales.

National Guard checkpoints have been established at the Highway 51 intersections with 145th West Avenue, Town and Country Drive, and 165th West Avenue. Residents in those neighborhoods are still allowed to return, but the Meadow Valley subdivision was temporarily off limits.

At peak outflow, 145th flooded at the entrance to the neighborhood, cutting off access to anyone without a substantially lifted vehicle. However waters began to recede Wednesday evening. Some residents reported 2-3 feet reduction in water levels around their property.

Charles Page Boulevard closed Tuesday from 65th West Avenue to 74th West Avenue, then expanded to 81st on Wednesday. The National Guard is concerned about soil liquification under the roadway and potential sinkholes.

The Starbucks in River West shut down Monday and will remain closed until the Arkansas River flooding situation is resolved and the levee system is no longer at risk.

Case Community Park has been closed for the past week due to substantial flooding and will likely remain closed for some time.

Resources

Broadway Baptist Church will be hosting an informative event Thursday at 1000 North Adams Road for locals affected by the flood. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. with remarks to begin at 6:30 p.m. Senator James Lankford, Congressman Kevin Hern, Governor Kevin Stitt, Insurance Commissioner Glen Mulready, Tulsa County Sheriff Vic Regalado, and Tulsa County Commissioner Karen Keith will be in attendance.

Senator Jim Inhofe will be on hand at 5:30 p.m. to speak with constituents, but will not be available during the 6:30 meeting due to a previously scheduled conference call. The event is only open to residents of Town & Country, Candlestick Beach, and other affected flood victims in unincorporated Tulsa County areas of Sand Springs. QuikTrip is providing free drinks and pastries for the event.

Angus Church at 4401 South 129th West Avenue is serving three meals a day for locals affected by the floods and tornadoes. Breakfast is at 8:00 a.m., lunch is at 12:00 p.m., and dinner is at 6:00 p.m. However, the Thursday dinner will be moved up to 5:00 p.m. so as to not conflict with the meeting at Broadway Baptist.

Broadway will be providing free dinner to flood victims, first responders, and military Sunday June 2nd from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The church is partnering with Rolling River Relief and Sand Springs Community Services to bring multiple food trucks. Broadway is also offering free clothing and some financial support. They can be reached at 918-245-7513.

The Churches of Christ Disaster Relief Inc. has opened a Disaster Relief Distribution Center at the Sand Springs Church of Christ Activity Building at 4301 South 113th West Avenue. Beginning Thursday, May 30th, they are open from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily with boxed foods, baby care items, personal care items, cleaning supplies, and more. Flood victims should bring a valid driver’s license or ID card with your current address. This is a distribution site only and will not be able to receive donations.

Uhaul of Tulsa is offering free 30 day storage rental to anyone impacted by recent flooding. This is only at Uhaul Centers, not neighborhood dealers. Participating locations are 6105 South Peoria Avenue, 5140 South 103rd East Avenue, 3500 South Sheridan Road, 1006 South Memorial Drive, and 504 East Archer Street.

Samaritan’s Purse arrived Thursday to help with the physical labor that flood victims will have to deal with. The nondenominational evangelical Christian organization helps with gutting damaged homes to prep them for restoration. They are stationed in the Prattville Center at 3 West 41st Street to receive volunteers and flood victims in need of assistance. You can reach Samartian’s Purse at 918-257-1381. Samaritan’s Purse will provide training Monday through Saturday at 7:30 a.m. and on Sundays at 12:30 p.m.

Solace Church at 7314 West 41st Street will also be doing physical labor similar to Samaritan’s Purse. They can be reached at 217-853-1124.

Free meals are available for children up to age 18 from the Sand Springs Public Schools Child Nutrition Department. For information on locations and times, call 918-246-1430.

Sand Springs Community Services has food, clothing, cleaning supplies, hygiene products, toys, and other household items at 114 West 4th Street. They can be reached at 918-245-5183.

Sand Springs Care Closet at 3417 South 113th West Avenue has clothing and toys. They can be reached at 918-269-8434.

Harvest Church is receiving donations of cleaning supplies and canned goods at 1601 West 4th Street and can be reached at 918-245-0193. They have free cleaning supplies and bottled water at both their Sand Springs location and their 349 South 49th West Avenue location.

First Presbyterian Church at 222 North Adams Road has a food bank and can be reached at 918-245-1748.

Olivet Baptist Church at 155 North 65th West Avenue has a food bank and can be reached at 918-260-5369.

CrossPoint Church at 4600 South 129th West Avenue has a food bank and can be reached at 918-245-2534. They are accepting donations of bleach, gloves, cleaning supplies, bottled water, rags, and personal hygiene items.

HillSpring Church has clothing and licensed counselors available at 8801 West 41st Street and can be reached at 918-955-2031. They are accepting donations of trash bags, cleaning supplies ,bottled water, gloves, toilet paper, and paper towels.

Church That Matters has licensed counselors available at 3 West 41st Street and can be reached at 918-512-1486. They are accepting donations of bottled water, pre-packaged snacks, cleaning supplies, paper towels, gloves, and trash bags.

For resource updates, visit https://www.churchthatmatters.com/floodrelief

The City of Sand Springs canceled their “Chipper Days” event schedule for June 1st. The next date is July 13th. Citizens with a City water bill for proof of residence will be able to bring tree branches for free disposal.

Beginning Monday, free tetanus shots will be available at Gilstrap Chiropractic Clinic at 3900 South 113th West Avenue.

Keystone outflow will increase to 275,000 cf/s, flood waters will rise

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Flooding in the Riverside West subdivision in South Sand Springs.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced plans to increase outflow from the Keystone Dam Sunday after yet another torrential downpour soaked the state during an already historic wet-season.

Tornado sirens wailed across Green Country Saturday night and into Sunday morning as deadly twisters ravaged towns like Tulsa, Sapulpa, and El Reno. But what might ultimately end up causing even more property damage than the winds is the rain that came with it.

The Tulsa area received around an inch of rain, while areas upstream were doused in as much as three inches in the last 24 hours. Most of that water will find its way into the bursting banks of the Arkansas River, where Dam authorities are slowly inching their way closer to the record-setting 1986 outflow levels.

As of 5:00 p.m. Sunday, the lake is releasing 256,401 cubic feet per second, with inflow of 300,000. Waters are 33.04 feet above normal and the flood pool is 109.93% full. Though the USACE has yet to match the 1986 record of 305,000 cf/s, it has been releasing over 250,000 since Thursday, and over 200,000 since Wednesday. Even in the tragic flood of 1986, the outdated levee system never had to hold this much water for this long.

The conditions show no sign of improving. Outflow will increase to 265,00 cf/s Sunday at 7:00 p.m., and to 275,000 Monday at 7:00 a.m. With more showers in the forecast for six of the next eight days, it is imperative that people be aware of their surroundings. Those who live in flood plains should be prepared to evacuate on a moment’s notice. Additionally, many businesses, shopping centers, and other non-residential areas could be affected in the event of a levee failure.

Sand Springs would likely face flooding as far north as Highway 412 in the event of a levee collapse. Even if your home is outside the flood plain, you should make yourself aware of the City’s levee-failure emergency evacuation plan.

The City of Sand Springs has issued a warning for the few remaining citizens in the flooded Meadow Valley subdivision, saying they won’t be able to perform nighttime rescues in the subdivision. Neighborhood holdouts are advised that conditions are only going to get worse. The City of Tulsa is encouraging voluntary evacuation of homes along the levees.

If you are unsure of how flooding could impact your neighborhood, call emergency management at 211.

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City of Sand Springs releases Levee-A Evacuation Plan, Tulsa encouraging voluntary evacuation

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The City of Sand Springs released an official Evacuation Plan for a levee-breach scenario Saturday afternoon. No levee breach has currently been detected but the City’s emergency services are being proactive.

No significant damage has been detected to Levee A at this time. However, the World War 2-era sand berms are increasingly vulnerable for as long as they are exposed to hydrostatic pressure.

In the event that a credible threat to Levee A is detected, the City will notify all businesses and citizens registered with the Emergency Phone Notification System. Businesses will be instructed to close immediately and to send all patrons and employees north of Highway 412/64.

Officers will be sent to expedite traffic, Flood Warning Sirens will sound, and no traffic other than rescue personnel will be allowed to drive south of Highway 412/64 or North on Highway 97 from South Sand Springs.

In the event of a levee breach, areas affected would include Wal-Mart, River West, all of Morrow Road, the Atwoods Shopping Center, the Harris Shopping Center, and all of Charles Page Boulevard. A full map of affected locations is below.

Officers and volunteers will be stationed in the Charles Page High School football practice field at 10th Street and Adams Road to receive airlift rescues, who will then be sent to either Broadway Baptist Church or the Ed Dubie Field House.

Relief efforts will be coordinated from the Sand Springs Emergency Operations Center in downtown.

Because of the heavy industrial operations along the river, any flooding would call for Haz-Mat quarantine in areas like OmniTrax, Morrow Road, and the entire area between Main Street and Adams Road.

The United States Army Corps of Engineers has expressed their intent to continue outflow in the range of 250,000-260,000 cubic feet per second until at least Wednesday, possibly longer if more rain affects the region.

During the historic 1986 flood, the levees were only exposed to current conditions for approximately twelve hours. They have currently been keeping flood waters at bay for more than 40 hours with at least 80 hours to go. This is the toughest test that Levee District 12 has ever endured. In December of 2016 Levees A & B were considered to be “Very High Risk” by the USACE with levee overtopping highly likely.

County officials have stressed the need for a new and improved levee system for years. According to a 2017 report, “the levees have a history of poor performance.” The 1984 flooding along Harlow and Bigheart (formerly Blackboy) Creeks caused overtopping, extensive erosion, and foundation failure of the floodwalls. Significant repairs were made after both the 1984 and 1986 floods, but concern remains.

Levee C nearly breached Thursday due to significant erosion, but Crossland Construction Company was able to build a new temporary levee overnight from shale and rock in the West Bank Soccer Complex.

The City of Tulsa is encouraging preemptive evacuation of residential areas along the levees and has increased the police presence in areas along Charles Page Boulevard. National Guardsmen have been placed along the levees to monitor the situation and help with any potential evacuations.

Leaks have sprung in the Levee A and B dikes at 65th and Charles Page Boulevard, an unincorporated area inside the Sand Springs fenceline. The leaks are only from joints and are considered to relatively insignificant. Sandbags were stacked along the area Friday to prevent erosion and guardsmen are monitoring the situation.

Evacuations continue in Sand Springs as flood waters rise, Keystone output surpasses 205,000 cfs

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Sand Springs, OK - The City of Sand Springs is advising Meadow Valley residents and others living in low lying areas along the Arkansas River to expect REAL flooding to occur and to take immediate action. The City is advising residents to take immediate actions to remove or protect property from those areas, and to consider a voluntary evacuation by 6:00 p.m. today. There is no mandatory evacuation in place.

With new information this morning from the USACE of dam releases increasing to 215,000 cfs later today and holding there, the City expects portions of the Meadow Valley neighborhood, and potentially others, to flood. This flood event is expected to last for several days. Highway 51 near 137th West Avenue will likely flood, making vehicular traffic there impossible.

Last night the City of Sand Springs declared an emergency disaster proclamation, with actions to take place designed to protect public health, reduce damage and render emergency services to citizens. Officials from Webco Industries have made changes to their operations at the former “STAR” center until this flood event has passed and are closed. Case Community Park remains closed with warnings for citizens not to enter. City Police and Fire crews are working the various scenes around the clock to monitor.

If an American Red Cross emergency shelter is needed later, plans are in place now for that to happen. The City reminds area residents to monitor the City of Sand Springs Face Book page for real time updates.

City of Sand Springs Advising Citizens for Flood Potential

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Sand Springs, OK - The City of Sand Springs is advising area residents, especially those in the Meadow Valley housing neighborhood to brace for the potential of additional flooding. Although the rain event has stopped for now, the lag time for waters upstream of Keystone Dam to reach Sand Springs can delay flooding activities downstream for several hours.

Last night, City of Sand Springs Police and Fire teams reached out (via phone messages and neighborhood visits) to residents in the Meadow Valley neighborhood, along HWY 51 in Sand Springs to alert residents of the potential for flooding. This area, and others in Tulsa County which may not be in City limits but are near the Arkansas River, may be affected by the planned increases in outflows from Keystone Dam later tonight.

In Sand Springs City limits, Case Community Park has now closed until further notice. All sports and trail related activities are cancelled at this site. The Case Community Center (1050 W. Wekiwa Road) however remains open.

The City urges residents to pay attention to street closures and the accompanying traffic barricades that are placed to protect public safety.

This afternoon, the USACE confirms that 100,000 cubic feet/ second (cfs) of water is being currently, with 20,000 cfs increases planned at 2 p.m.; 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., leaving the discharge at that time to be around 160,000 cfs. The USACE will revise dam operations as needed after that.