Napawalla Park Playground

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Oxford News, Park Board

πŸŽ‰ Exciting News for Napawalla Park! πŸŽ‰

On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Oxford City Council gave the green light to funding for brand-new playground equipment at Napawalla Park! πŸ›βœ¨

Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the big reveal! πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘¦πŸ‘§

 

Vin Inspections

Oxford Police Department


Oxford News

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. πŸš—βœ…

Position Open: City Treasurer


Oxford News

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 rΓ©sumΓ©s can be mailed to P.O. Box 337, Oxford, KS 67119, or emailed to sbrister@oxfordks.org.

Resident Reminder

Trash Cans Left in the Street


Oxford News, TL's Sanitation

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

Arbor Day 2024


Oxford News, Events

 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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πŸ₯”πŸšš Taters N Toppings is BACK, Oxford! 🚚


Oxford News, Events

One of Oxford's favorite food trucks is rolling back into town this Friday, July 17, starting at 4:00 PM! πŸŽ‰

🌞 It's HOT...
🍳 You don't want to cook...
πŸ˜‹ And Taters N Toppings has dinner covered!

Bring your family, grab your friends, and come enjoy some amazing food! You'll find the truck parked just north of the City Building downtown.

⏰ Friday, July 17 | Starting at 4:00 PM

Who's ready for a loaded potato? πŸ™‹πŸ₯” We'll see you Friday!

July Newsletter


Oxford News

The July City Newsletter is here! 

This month's edition includes:

 Fireworks discharge rules within the City of Oxford

 A look back at the history of the Oxford Public Pool

 Information on the food trucks visiting Oxford throughout the summer

Be sure to give it a read so you don't miss out on what's happening around town

Glow Swim


Oxford News, Events

When we started talking about bringing back Late Night Swims last year, the very first idea we came up with was a July 3rd Glow Swim! We wanted to kick off the 4th of July weekend with an event that not only brought back great memories but helped create new ones for families and friends.

To make the night even more exciting, Blaine Street Sound will be here spinning all your favorite music while you swim! Even better, Wheatstate Technologies has generously sponsored the event, making admission FREE for everyone!

We'll have glow sticks, fun beach balls, and plenty of red, white, and blue lights to make the pool glow all night long. 

Bring the whole family, jump in the pool after dark, dance to the music, and help us kick off the 4th of July weekend the best way we know how. We can't wait to see you there!

June Newsletter


Oxford News

In this month’s newsletter, you’ll meet our amazing summer help crew β˜€οΈπŸ‘·, get the scoop on what’s happening for 4th of July in Oxford πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ†, learn what to know before hiring a contractor πŸ› οΈπŸ , and find out what the Consumer Confidence Report included with your bill means for you πŸ’§πŸ“¬!

Oh… and did we mention? πŸŽ‰πŸ₯³ It’s officially been ONE YEAR of newsletters! πŸ—žοΈπŸŽˆ Thank you for following along, staying connected, and being part of what makes our community so great ❀️🏘️

Street Maintenance


Oxford News

As part of our ongoing street maintenance program, we have ProSeal out of Wichita coming to town next week to complete reclamite work on the south side of town.

You may remember this process from last year when we treated the northeast part of town. While the work takes several days to complete, streets are only closed for part of each day.

So, what is reclamite and why do we do it? Reclamite is a pavement preservation treatment that helps restore oils and flexibility to asphalt as it ages. Think of it like conditioner for your streets—it helps prevent cracking, slows down wear and tear, and extends the life of the pavement. This type of preventative maintenance helps us protect our streets and avoid more costly repairs in the future.

Today, the ProSeal team is in town placing door hangers on homes in the south end of town. These hangers will explain what day your street is scheduled for work and ask that no vehicles be parked on the street that day to help the process move smoothly.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we continue working to maintain and improve our streets!

Utility Bill Due Date


Oxford News, Events

πŸ’‘ Utility bills are due Wednesday, May 20th.

⏰ Late fees will be applied Thursday, May 21st at 10:00 AM, and delinquent notices will be sent.

πŸ’³ Payments made after that time must include the updated balance (with late fees) to avoid 🚫 service shut-off and additional charges. Please plan ahead to avoid extra fees

Happy Arbor Day, Oxford! 🌳🌱✨


Oxford News, Events, Park Board

Last Friday, April 24th, we got to celebrate one of our favorite traditions with Mrs. Donley's 6th grade class—this year at Cave Park—and they did an amazing job! πŸ‘

With help from our utility crew, these students rolled up their sleeves and planted three new trees: a Kentucky Coffee tree, a Jefferson Elm, and a Weeping Cherry 🌳🌸🌿

After all that hard work, it was time to celebrate with pizza πŸ• and cookies πŸͺ (well deserved!) and enjoy a little fun together in the park.

The City is proud to be celebrating our 26th year as a Tree City USA community, and this annual Arbor Day tradition is something we always look forward to. Watching these students help grow our community—literally—is pretty special πŸ’š

A HUGE thank you to Mrs. Donley's 6th grade class for your hard work—you should be proud! 🌱

And a special shout-out to Casey’s for the pizza and cookies πŸ•πŸͺ, Gottlob Lawn & Landscape for the beautiful trees, and Bittersweet, LLC for the awesome custom Arbor Day shirts πŸ‘•—you helped make the day extra memorable!

May Newsletter


Oxford News

This month’s newsletter is packed with important updates and local highlights! πŸ“°βœ¨

You’ll find helpful information about billing and disconnect policies πŸ’‘πŸ’΅, a recap of all the great activities that took place in April πŸŽ‰πŸŒ·, and a short story about the 1955 tornado that came close to Oxford πŸŒͺοΈπŸ“–

Be sure to check it out so you don’t miss a thing! πŸ‘€βœ…

🌎🌱 Happy Earth Day!! 🌱🌎


Oxford News, Events

We had such a wonderful day celebrating with Mrs. Carpenter’s 1st grade class! πŸ’š The students wanted to help with a project at one of our beautiful parks, and planting flowers is always a perfect way to brighten up our community. 🌸🌼

These planters had previously been downtown, but we thought they’d be a great addition to Cave Park—and the 1st graders did an amazing job bringing them to life! 🌷

A big thank you to Primarily Plants and Floral, especially KayDee and Cassidy, for helping us pick out the best flowers for the park. 🌿 And another huge thank you to Malinda Jellings with Bread of Life Bakery for the delicious cookies that made the day even sweeter! πŸͺ

Fun was had by all, and we’re so grateful for a community that comes together to make our town shine! ✨

⚠️ WATER DISCOLORATION UPDATE ⚠️


URGENT, Oxford News, Events

πŸ’§πŸ’§ Some residents may have noticed discolored water beginning yesterday evening. The issue originated when a third-party contractor working for Brightspeed Internet struck a 3" water line owned by Rural Water District #6 (RWD #6). The line, located west of Oxford between Greenwich Road and their pumphouse, was repaired later that day.

Once water service was restored, the return of water pressure stirred up sediment (mud and dirt) that had settled at the bottom of the water lines. This caused temporary discoloration within the system.

This type of situation is similar to what occurred earlier this year following repairs to the City’s main water line.

Residents may notice varying levels of murkiness depending on which water line serves their home and how much sediment was present. If your water appears discolored, running your faucets intermittently can help flush the lines and clear the water more quickly. Cleaning or replacing any water filters may also be helpful.

The system is expected to continue clearing, and we appreciate your patience and understanding. πŸ’§πŸ’§

Accepting Sealed Bids: 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe

City of Oxford


Oxford News

The City of Oxford is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe previously used as a police vehicle.

Interested parties are encouraged to review the attached specification sheet and official bid request notice for detailed information regarding the vehicle, bid requirements, and submission instructions.

Sealed bids must be submitted in accordance with the instructions outlined in the bid request notice. All bids must be received by the stated deadline to be considered.

The City of Oxford reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to award the bid in the best interest of the City.

For additional information, please contact the City Office at (620) 455-2223.

2026 City Dog Tags


Oxford News

🐾 It’s time to update your dog tags for 2026! 🐾

All you need is:
βœ… An up-to-date rabies vaccination
πŸ’² $5.00 per dog

πŸ“Œ Important reminders:
All dogs over 6 months of age MUST be registered with the City of Oxford, per City Code
• Per City Code, households may have up to 3 dogs
• For an additional $60 per dog, you may have up to 5 dogs total
 

πŸ•‍🦺 If your pup ever gets out and Oxford PD finds them, their tag helps officers quickly reunite them with you—keeping your dog safe and saving you the hassle of a trip to the pound or a possible ticket.🐾

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