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Quarterly Newsletter - Issue 42 - MAY 2017 THE CITY OF LINDSBORG Lindsborg the DUNN RETIRES AFTER 25 YEARS AS THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR CREATIVITY n. - 1.) The state or quality of being creative 2.)The ability to transcent ideas, rules, patterns, relationships, or the like, and to create meaningful new ideas, forms, methods, interpretations, etc. Tim Dunn said he was done with pushing his pencils and staring at computer screens. He turned in his final water report, newsletter article and addressed the last street in town that needed attention. All of this has been traded for the open air, fishing and hunting. Tim served as the City of Lindsborg’s Public Works Director for 25 years. Thank you Tim Dunn for your dedication to the City! A reception honoring Tim was hosted by the City. Pictured on the left is City Administrator, Greg DuMars, thanking Tim for his years of service. Below, far left, is a picture of Tim Dunn, and Mayor Bill Taylor wiith Jeff Holste and Tyler Glissman from Wilson and Company discussing one last project detail. Although Tim has retired, the beat goes on. Cody and Jeff in the Streets Department install a new street sign while Tyler with the Electric Department addresses issues at City Hall.

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Quarterly Newsletter - Issue 42 - MAY 2017

THE CITY OF LINDSBORG

Lindsborgthe

DUNN RETIRES AFTER 25 YEARS AS THE

PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR

CREATIVITY n. - 1.) The state or quality of being creative2.)The ability to transcent ideas, rules, patterns, relationships, or the like, and to create meaningful new ideas, forms, methods, interpretations, etc.

Tim Dunn said he was done with pushing his pencils and staring at computer screens. He turned in his final water report, newsletter article and addressed the last street in town that needed attention. All of this has been traded for the open air, fishing and hunting. Tim served as the City of Lindsborg’s Public Works Director for 25 years. Thank you Tim Dunn for your dedication to the City!A reception honoring Tim was hosted by the City. Pictured on the left is City Administrator, Greg DuMars, thanking Tim for his years of service. Below, far left, is a picture of Tim Dunn, and Mayor Bill Taylor wiith Jeff Holste and Tyler Glissman from Wilson and Company discussing one last project detail.

Although Tim has retired, the beat goes on. Cody and Jeff in the Streets Department install a new street sign while Tyler with the Electric Department addresses issues at City Hall.

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Lindsborg...where you want to Be, to Play, to Live, to Stay!Page 2 Page 3

CITY HALL - MAY 2013Get Connected with LindsborgStay informed about: local news, events and services.

Follow us on twitter @CityLindsborgKS

“Like” us on Facebook www.facebook.com/LindsborgCity

Visit our City web page at www.lindsborgcity.org

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Councilman Corey [email protected]

Councilman Emile [email protected]

Mayor Bill [email protected]

Council Member Contact Information

CITY HALL - MAY 2017

Councilman Blaine [email protected]

CITY HALL - MAY 2017

Creativity involves breaking out of established patterns in order to look at things in a different way. - Edward de Bono

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Looking to volunteer? Our Citizen Boards and Commissions would love to have you on their team! Vacant spots that need to be filled are available. More information can be found at lindsborgcity.org. Please fill out the Expression of Interest form and drop it off at City Hall. Current boards and commissions that have vacancies are the Recreation Advisory Board, the Golf Advisory Board, the Library Board, the Board of Zoning Appeals, the Lindsborg Housing Authority Board, Plannng Commission, and the Sundstrom Conference Center Advisory Board. Descrip-tions of board member duties are available on the website as well. Questions or comments? Please call City Hall at 785-227-3355.

The Evangelical Covenant Church has once again agreed to open their storm shelter (located in the 100 block of South Washington Street at the overhang driveway entrance) for use to com-munity members who do not have shelters of their own. The shelter will be open during Tornado Watch periods and will be staffed in the event of Tornado warnings to assist residents into the shelter area. This effort is a greatly appreciated service of the Evangelical Covenant Church and TACOL and should be used for those in need.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - JOIN THE FUN - SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY

TORNADO AWARENESSPREPARING FOR A TORNADO

• Know the county in which you live and the names of nearby counties and cities. Severe Weather Warnings are issued on a county basis.• Develop a plan for you and your family for home, work, school and outdoors. Be sure everyone knows where to go and what to do in case of a tornado warning. Have frequent drills.• Keep emergency supplies on hand, including a supply of water, foods that won’t spoil and a first aid kit.• Keep a battery operated radio, a supply of fresh batteries and a flashlight in a convenient place.• Listen to radio, television, and stormweather apps for information.

WHAT TO DO WHEN A TORNADO THREATENS• Stay away from doors, windows and outside walls. Protect your head.• In homes and small buildings, go to the basement or to an interior part on the lowest level. Get under something sturdy. • In schools, hospitals and public places, move to the designated shelter areas. Interior hallways on the lowest floors are best. • In mobile homes or vehicles, leave them and go to the nearest shelter. If there isn’t a shelter nearby, lie in the nearest ditch and shield your head with your arms.

AFTER A TORNADO• Watch out for fallen power lines and do not venture into damaged areas.• Inspect your property, including motor vehicles, for damage. Check for electrical problems and gas leaks and report them to the power company at once. • Stay out of damaged buildings until you are sure they are safe and will not collapse.• Use only approved or chlorinated supplies of drinking water.• Check food supplies. Some food may contain particles of glass or debris.

SHELTER IN LINDSBORG

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CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU - MAY 2017 SUNDSTROM CONFERENCE CENTER - MAY 2017

While Coronado Heights is a favorite place for the local community, CVB staff has been creatively planning ways to make this a favorite place for people from across the state.

With the help of community volunteers and a Kansas based seed company, the CVB put together nearly 2,000 perennial seed packets that were distributed at the Kansas Sampler Festival, which was hosted in Winfield in early May. These pretty seed packets each contain a custom mixed Coronado Heights perennial seed blend that was planted this past fall on Coronado Heights by the Smoky Valley Historical Association. This planting of native Kansas wildflowers will help reclaim a portion of the land that was disturbed by the construction project completed earlier in 2016.

Visitors to the Kansas Sampler Festival were encouraged to bring their seed packets back to Coronado Heights, sprinkling their seeds where they wish. We hope that this beautification project will introduce travelers from across the state to Lindsborg while helping to make Coronado Heights a beautiful place to share for many generations to come.

HELP US BEAUTIFY CORONADO HEIGHTS

COL file photos

Photo courtesy of Robyn’s Photography

Photo courtesy of Jim Turner

Photo courtesy of Todd Deterding

Numermous events are held at the J.O. Sundstrom Conference Center each year. This year was no exception. Over 175 Smoky Valley High School students enjoyed their Junior/Senior prom at the facility. It seats over 350 and is located in the heart of Lindsborg! A perfect location, a perfect event center!

Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep. - Scott Adams

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PARKS - MAY 2017 PARKS - MAY 2017

To observe this year’s Arbor Day on April 28, Tree Board members planted the annual Arbor Day tree, a Crimson Spire Oak, in a downtown tree bed near the corner of Main and Grant. Lindsborg has participated in the Tree City USA program for 33 years. Two requirements for membership are adoption of a resolution supporting Arbor Day and a commemorative tree planting.

Previous Arbor Day Plantings2008 Flame Leaf Maple Swensson Park2009 Flowering Dogwood Downtown Gusenius Law Office2010 Aristocrat Pear Downtown Lindsborg Hardware2011 Shumard Oak Swensson Park2012 Linden “Redspire” Swedish Country Inn2013 Lacebark Elm Swensson Park2014 Shumard Oak Swensson Park2015 Zelkova Riverside Park 2016 American Linden Downtown Ol’ Stuga

ARBOR DAY PLANTING! During the morning of April 29th, Smoky Valley High School had their annual service day in the community. Groups of students participated with various projects and cleanup throughout town. One project was the repainting of Sk8 Park, originally built (and painted) in 2008. Thanks to all of the students and especially to Gretchen Elliott and Becky Lister for their outstanding supervision.

SVHS COMMUNITY SERVICE DAY

Art, freedom and creativity will change society faster than politics. - Victor Pinchuk

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PUBLIC SAFETY - MAY 2017

With the full support of City Council, the police department recently purchased body cameras. Software and hardware were installed which allows the body cameras to interact with the cameras that are already installed in the police cars. The data is wirelessly downloaded to a secured server which eliminates the possibility of video tampering and ensures evidence security. Once downloaded the videos can be wirelessly forwarded directly to attorneys eliminating the need to download videos onto a CD or jump drive. Training was provided to the officers in the proper use of the camera system, and we are excited about its evidential value. The cameras are worn on the outer vest of the officer and can be activated manually or with the activation of the lights on the police car.

Chief Berggren keeps a close eye on the construction.

EMS building progress continues. The projected date of completion is late fall 2017.

Watchful Scene Officer Reed displays the body camera on his vest.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - MAY 2017

BUILDING PERMITS AND INSPECTION UPDATEBeginning April 1, the City of Lindsborg began using IBTS (Institute for Building Technology and Safety) for all of their building inspection, plan review and permitting process. These services were previously provided by Public Works Director Tim Dunn, who retired in March. A two year contract with IBTS was approved by City Council on March 2, and the building permit fee schedule was updated effective April 1. Homeowners or contractors can apply for permits. The types of projects requiring building permits are:1. New residential housing2. New commercial buildings3. Additions or structural changes4. Accessory buildings greater than 120 square feet5. Decks6. Electrical service changes7. Fences (there is no charge for fence permits)8. Swimming poolsApplications for building permits are processed at City Hall, 101 S. Main St., and fees will be collected at that time. Most projects will require scaled drawings depending on their complexity. New construction will involve plan review and de-lay the issuance of a permit by about a week. An electronic copy of the plan will speed up the process. An appointment for a building permit application is not required, but suggested. Contact Gary Shogren 785-227-3355 at City Hall with any questions.

Field check plans have been submitted to the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT). The City now awaits their approval for final design of the Välkommen Trail extension to Emerald Lake. The project is pro-ceeding on schedule, with a bid letting in early 2018 followed by construction in the spring. The 1.4-mile addition of concrete hike and bike trail is funded by a matching grant provided by KDOT as part of the state’s Transportation Alternatives Program. The trail extension is one of City Council’s identified strategic goals, part of an effort to “maintain quality infrastructure, the foundation upon which an attractive city is built.”

VÄLKOMMEN TRAIL PHASE II

Enthusiasm is excitement with inspiration, motivation, and a pinch of creativity. - Bo Bennett

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RECREATION - MAY 2017PUBLIC WORKS - MAY 2017

Tennis Clinic•Register NOW!•June 6th -29th (Tuesday & Thursday mornings)•Offered to all K-8th grade students

SUMMER = LOTS TO DO!New Fitness Program coming this SUMMER!

Suspension Strap Fitness Class!We are pleased to offer Suspension Strap fitness training! This is a relatively new exercise program that uses hanging straps and your own body weight for resistance. For ALL fitness levels, you will improve your strength (muscles), balance, and flexibility!***Monthly classes start June 6, Tuesday and Thursday nights***6 - 7pm, Soderstrom Elementary in Forsberg Gym***Cost: $7.50/class or $50/month/$80 for all three months***The Instructor is Cynthia Woodard, who is certified in suspension strap training

Please sign up online or at City Hall. The daily fee can also be paid at the class.

3v3 MidSummer’s Adult Outdoor Basketball Tournament

Get a team together and play June 17, following the Midsummers Festival morning entertainment! •Play will take place on parking lot south of USD 400 building•Teams of no more than four players•Cost: $20/person or $80/team (includes t-shirt)•Tournament time TBA•Space is limited so sign up early!•Registration deadline: June 2, 2017. Registration forms are available at City Hall

•Details/registration will be available in June!•Camp will be held in late July•K-5th Grade•One week long with adventures in Lindsborg and field trips too!

NEWEVENT

•Details arriving in June! •Tentatively scheduled for an evening in July 2017•Dinner will be provided•Moms and sons will test their glow in the dark soccer skills! •A fun time will be had by all!

Mother and Son Glow Soccer

STATE STREET REPAIR There was a small section of State Street just east of the Välkommen Trail that had a num-ber of bumps and was not very pleasant to drive on due to old reailroad beds. In March, Coy Construction was contracted to remove the old concrete and pour 160 feet off new concrete. The new paving has a longer transition between the different elevations and is much smoother. With final grading and drainage work complete, the street was opened back up for traffic on April 11. A drive down East State St. now will be a much improved ride.

POWER OUTAGE PREVENTION METHODS BEING PRACTICED Squirrels have always been a factor in the cause of many power outages. Trying to prevent squirrels from getting to those vulnerable areas is always a challenge. Recently the city purchased some squirrel mitigation products designed to make it very difficult for squirrels to move down a power line or up a utility pole. One product is made up of multiple pieces and those pieces spin on the power line which make it very difficult for the little troublemakers to move down the power line. They learn that they can’t get past that area and eventually quit trying. Another product that the city has started to use is a very slick plastic that is wrapped around an area of the utility pole making it almost impossible for the squirrels to climb past. Both of these products are installed in areas where squirrels have caused multiple outages. This is an effort by city staff to try and eliminate those outages in known problem areas. A power outage can be understood when a big storm rolls through and winds cause damage to lines. It can be hard to understand how on a beautiful calm sunny day the power suddenly goes out with no apparent reason, but much of the time it is those little red furry troublemakers that are to blame.

IMPROVING AND

PREVENTING

Creativity is piercing the mundane to find the marvelous. - Bill Moyers

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The City of Lindsborg101 S. MainPO Box 70Lindsborg, KS 67456

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EMERGENCY INFORMATIONPolice, Fire and Ambulance: 911

Police, Fire and Ambulance: 785.227.2988 (non-emergency)

Water, Sewer, Electric, Streets: 785.227.3428

Water Sewer, Electric, Streets: 785.227.3469 (after hours, weekends and holidays)

For more scheduled events please view the calendars at www.visitlindsborg.com and www.lindsborgcity.org

CALENDAR OF EVENTSCity Council Meetings -- June 5 & 19, July 3 & 17, August 7 & 21Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting -- June 20, August 15Midsummer Festival - June 17 - Riverside Park/Downtown/Old Mill Heritage SquareBroadway RFD Kids “Seussical Kids” – June 17-18Old Fashioned 4th of July - July 4Broadway RFD “Beauty and the Beast” - July 21, 22, 28, & 29Smoky Valley Classic Car Show - August 5Bethany Home Annual Ice Cream Social - August 6Lindsborg Annual Downtown Street Dance - August 26

City View Newsletter -- Issue 43 (August)Recycling Center -- (Open 24/7) Be considerate please