The City of Oxford is hiring Lifeguards for the 2025 pool season! 🌞🌊

The Oxford Public Pool is open daily, Memorial Day through Labor Day from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

🎉 Exciting News for Napawalla Park! 🎉

On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Oxford City Council gave the green light to funding for brand-new playground equipment at Napawalla Park! 🛝✨

Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the big reveal! 😊👦👧

Need a VIN inspection? We've got you covered! The Oxford Police Department offers VIN inspections Monday–Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. for just $20. Simply bring your vehicle and proof of insurance, and we’ll take care of the rest!

Need a weekend or after-hours inspection? No problem! Just schedule an appointment by calling the City Office at 620-455-2223—just be sure to pay in advance. 🚗✅

The City of Oxford is accepting applications for the full-time position of City Treasurer. This role involves managing financial operations, assisting with court administration, and overseeing property condemnations and code enforcement. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting skills, office experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication abilities.

Key duties include preparing financial reports, balancing bank statements, maintaining accurate property records, issuing licenses, and managing court records. The position is 28-30 hours per week, with a wage range of $15-$18 per hour, depending on experience. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Applications can be obtained at Oxford City Hall, 115 S. Sumner, Oxford, Kansas, or found on the City's website under News & Information --> Documents & Forms. Completed applications and résumés can be mailed to P.O. Box 337, Oxford, KS 67119, or emailed to sbrister@oxfordks.org.

Dear Oxford Residents,

We would like to remind all residents that trash cans must be removed from the street after collection. Leaving cans on the street creates hazards for traffic, pedestrians and our city maintenance crew. To keep our community clean and safe, we kindly ask that all trash containers be pulled back to your property after collection day.

If you have any questions, please contact the City Office at 620-455-2223.

Sincerely,
City of Oxford

The building that sits on the SouthWest Corner of Sumner and Main in Oxford is set for Demolition in the coming days.  

This is a quick reference for Special Purpose Vehicle Regulations.  If you have further questions please contact the City of Oxford at 620-455-2223.

Check out our new steps for the slide at the pool!

This is a list of local residents who offer lawn mowing services in the Oxford area.

 For Arbor Day, April 26, 2024, the City of Oxford hosted the 6th grade class for tree planting and pizza! The kids helped plant 2 new trees on the south loop of Napawalla Park.  They learned the proper way to plant a tree and then got to have Casey's Pizza for lunch! Thank you to everyone that helped make Arbor Day a success.  

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You may have noticed a new sign on Highway 160 at Michigan Street! There are now several of these crosswalk signs around town to help keep children safe on their way to school.

Increased patrols in school zones have already helped slow traffic, but officers were still seeing drivers fail to stop for pedestrians. These new signs serve as an extra reminder for motorists to always watch for—and stop for—anyone in the crosswalk.

Our top priority is keeping students and parents safe as they head to and from school each day.

This morning our Utility Crew was hard at work—not just on Main Street, but under it too! A leaky valve under the Highway needed replacing, and with today’s cooler temps 🌤️ and no rain 🌧️ in sight, the crew took the perfect opportunity to get the job done.

The valve was several feet beneath the asphalt, so the crew hand-dug 🪣👷 their way under the Highway to make the repair. Water service was only briefly interrupted for RCB Bank 🏦, so the rest of town stayed safe from any shut-off worries 🙌.

If you happen to drive by 🚗 and see our crew in action, be sure to give them a honk 📣 and a wave 👋 to show your support!

In this month’s newsletter, we’ve got exciting updates just for you!
Look inside for the latest park improvements, an announcement from the Oxford Public Library, and details on some BIG events you won’t want to miss. Dive in and see what’s happening around town!

The Oxford Police Department is committed to making sure every student using the Safe Route to School stays safe. New signs have been ordered and placed along College Street in front of the elementary school, with more to come in the weeks ahead!

Please keep an eye out for these signs, remember to slow down in school zones, and always stop for anyone in a marked crosswalk. Together, we can help make this school year safe for all our students!

OH NO!!!
Don’t worry—this is just a picture of what we don’t want to see as the new school year gets underway!

Our Maintenance Crew has been busy refreshing all the crosswalks so they’re bright, safe, and ready for students to use. ✨

As classes begin, please remember to slow down in school zones and keep an eye out for crosswalks. Together, we can help make sure all students get to and from school safely this year! 💛📚

🚨 Sewer Line Care Reminder 🚰

The City of Oxford recently had to clear a significant blockage in a section of the sewer main serving part of town. While the issue was resolved, blockages like this can lead to costly repairs and potential service disruptions for nearby homes.

We’re asking all residents to help protect our sewer system by keeping the following out of sinks, drains, and toilets:

• Grease, fats, and oils – These solidify in pipes and create blockages.

• Wipes of any kind – Even those labeled “flushable” do not break down in the sewer system.

• Paper towels, diapers, and feminine hygiene products – These can clog pipes and cause backups.

• Household chemicals – Certain chemicals can damage pipes and disrupt wastewater treatment.

Sewer misuse can cause problems for the City’s system and your home’s plumbing. Property owners are responsible for repairs within their homes, so proper disposal helps avoid unnecessary costs for everyone.

Thank you for doing your part to keep Oxford’s sewer system safe, clean, and efficient!

💧👷‍♂️ Temporary Water Discoloration 👷‍♂️💧

The City of Oxford would like to let residents know that Mayer Specialty Services recently performed maintenance on several sewer lines in town. As part of their work, they needed to fill equipment from a nearby fire hydrant.

This process can cause a temporary brown tint in the water for some residents. The discoloration is due to the high water pressure stirring up natural sediment in the water lines. While it may look unsightly, the water is safe to use and should clear within a few hours.

We appreciate your understanding and patience as we complete these important maintenance projects for our community.

July was a busy one and our stats speak for themselves! After a very long investigation and a lot of hard work, our amazing officers were able to take several pounds of marijuana, as well as a good amount of cocaine and methamphetamines, off the streets this month!

-Stats:

• 32 total cases for July. Those 32 cases resulted in the following:
  • Arrests: 2
  • Criminal:
    • 22 Felonies
    • 12 Misdemeanor
  • Medical: 7
  • Fire: 1
  • Municipal: 5
  • Alcohol/Drug: 3
  • Weapons: 1
  • Juvenile: 5
  • Mental Health: 8

UPDATE: The Utility Crew has possibly found a replacement transformer and has been working on installing it this morning to bring power back to the pool! A big shout out to Kansas Power Pool (KPP Energy) and the City of Winfield for helping us locate a replacement transformer. Please remain patient with the crew as they get the transformer installed and test out the power. The goal is to have the pool up and running either today or tomorrow. 

UPDATE: The Utility Crew has been working since yesterday trying to localize the power outage at the pool and after replacing all the wires and fuses they have concluded that the transformer has gone bad. We don't have a back up transformer that size to replace it on hand, that means we have now put out a call to other towns in the area to try and locate one in order to purchase and then install Monday.

For the time being we are going to open the pool on Saturday and Sunday but there is NO POWER. The pool will be treated with chemicals but the pump is not working and the bathrooms will be dark. We will have a limited snacks, no ice cream, popsicles, or frozen food that needs heated up. We won't know more until Monday, as soon as we have a plan we will update everyone.

UPDATE: Unfortunately the electrical issue at the pool is still not resolved and wont before it's time to open the pool today.  We will not be opening today. We will update later today if we are able to get it fixed for the weekend.  

The pool will be closed today due to electrical issues caused by last night storm. The Utility Crew is going to work on the issue most of the day today. We hope to have this issue resolved by tomorrow in order to open as normal for the weekend. Thank you for your understanding on this matter.

📰 This Month’s Newsletter Highlights 📰

This month, the Oxford Police Department is asking residents to participate in a short online survey—your feedback is important! You’ll also find helpful information about easements and our Vacation Watch Forms.

🚗 Reminder: College Street in front of the Elementary School is now a 2-way street—please drive with caution!

If your club or organization has information you'd like included in an upcoming newsletter, please contact Sarah Capron at least one month in advance by calling 620-455-2223 or emailing scapron@oxfordks.org.

On Saturday, July 26th, the Oxford Police Department hosted our 1st Annual Community Night Out, and what a night it was! We were thrilled to be joined by the Oxford First Responders, Sumner Rural Fire District #3, and the Sumner County Sheriff's Department.

The evening was filled with fun for the whole family — temporary tattoos, s’mores, free drinks courtesy of Bank of Commerce, and awesome tunes from DJ Stan! 🎶

But the real highlight? Watching the kids laugh and play as they got sprayed down by the fire truck 🚒💦 

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out and to all those who helped make this night a success. We’re already looking forward to next year!

#CommunityNightOut #OxfordPD #FirstResponders #ThankYou #SmallTownStrong

🎠 Remember when we told you to stay tuned because we had plans for the old merry-go-round from Napawalla Park?

Well… the wait is over — and we’re excited to show you what’s happening! 😄✨

We wanted to bring a little extra color to Cave Park, and what better choice than Red, White, and Blue? 🎨🔴⚪🔵 The merry-go-round has been freshly painted and will soon have new boards added before it’s installed in its new home at Cave Park in the coming weeks. 🛠️🌳

We’ll keep sharing updates as the project moves forward — stay tuned! 👀📸💬

The City of Oxford proudly congratulates School Resource Officer and Master Patrolman Jerry Perry on completing the Advanced School Resource Officer Training in Hutchinson, Kansas, June 11–13. The training was hosted by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center and provided in-depth instruction on school safety practices, student communication, and crisis response.

Officer Perry has long been a familiar and trusted presence in our schools. Whether helping with morning drop-off, supporting school events, or offering guidance to students, he brings both professionalism and compassion to his role. His commitment to pursuing continued training ensures Oxford’s students and staff are protected by the very best.

“It has been an honor to serve as the Oxford 358 SRO,” said Officer Perry. “I am looking forward to the new school year and continuing to build connections with students and staff to maintain a safe and positive learning environment. It’s a great day to be a Wildcat!”  🐾

We’re grateful for Officer Perry’s dedication to our youth and his unwavering service to the Oxford community.