District 4 Advisory Board
Notes by Jeanette Harding
Wichita police updates on local crime and Library updates on branch remodels started the meeting. City staff discussed fire safety, public works projects, water conservation efforts, and zoning approvals, including a microbrewery expansion of Picasso's Pizza in Delano.
Notes by Jeanette Harding
Wichita Fire highlighted new equipment, recruit graduations, and safety tips, while the Wichita Police reported crime decreases. Councilperson Glasscock addressed sustainability, homelessness outreach, and public forums. The Goddard School District projected enrollment growth.
Notes by Patrick Greene
The Wichita Fire Department reported residential & vehicle fires, some suspected as arson, while the Police Department highlighted declining crime rates and community events like "Shop with a Cop." The MAC Center opened to support the homeless, and the library hosted teen events.
Notes by Mike Swan
The board approved a conditional use request for an entertainment venue and a rezoning for Goodwill Industries’ new warehousing site. Updates included a 500% rise in auto thefts reported by the Wichita Police, upcoming library events, an invitation to the Vet’s Powwow.
Notes by Mike Swan
The September 9 meeting featured a report on the Wichita Climate Action Plan, outlining goals like reducing emissions and increasing access to green spaces. Fun news from the fire department included a partnership with Domino’s to offer free pizza for with working smoke alarms.
Notes by Cindy Montgomery
The DAB heard updates on crime trends, fire safety, and animal shelter issues, including new microchipping rules. They also approved rezoning, reviewed the Wichita Bicycle Plan, and discussed library renovations.
Notes by Linda Shriver
Discussions centered around the new cashless tolling system through the Kansas Turnpike Authority and a proposed ordinance to designate the City of Wichita’s website as the official newspaper of record for publication of ordinances, resolutions and city notices.
Notes by Vic Hanlon
Another Board meeting affected by the cyber-attack. Reports were given by the Wichita police, librarian and others. There were several zone requests given for the District two area.