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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Before You Open The Door: What to Know About Solicitors

Permit REQUIRED


URGENT, Oxford News

The City of Oxford would like to remind residents that all door-to-door solicitors are required by city ordinance to obtain a Solicitor’s Permit from the City Office before conducting any sales or promotions within city limits.

If someone comes to your home attempting to sell a product or service, please ask to see their City-issued permit. Legitimate solicitors will have this permit on hand and will show it upon request.

If the individual does not have a permit, or refuses to show one, please call 911 (non-emergency) to request an officer to be dispatched. This helps ensure the safety of our community and protects residents from potential scams.

For your safety, do not provide any personal information—including your name, phone number, or financial details—until you have confirmed the person is properly permitted.

If you have any questions about solicitor permits or would like to verify whether a solicitor is registered, please contact the City Office during regular business hours.

πŸŽ‰ 2026 Planners Have Arrived! πŸŽ‰


Oxford News, Events

If you’ve been patiently (or not-so-patiently) counting down the days, the wait is officially over. Our 2026 planners have made their grand entrance at the City Office, and yes — they’re free!

As many of you know, we order these every year for our staff, but the supplier only sells them in bulk… large bulk. So, once again, we’re swimming in planners. Instead of building a fort out of them (tempting, but frowned upon), we’re handing them out to anyone who wants one.

If you’re the type who likes to get a jump on the new year, or if you simply enjoy a crisp, empty planner full of possibility, stop by the office during business hours and pick one up. Supplies will last until… well, until you all wipe us out like you do every year.

Come grab yours — before we start using them as doorstops. πŸ˜‰

December Newsletter


Oxford News

In this month’s newsletter πŸ“° you’ll find all sorts of helpful info for the holiday season! πŸŽ„βœ¨

πŸ“… Holiday Trash Pick-Up Schedule – Make sure you know when your bins need to be out! πŸ—‘οΈπŸŽ

🧸πŸ§₯ Oxford Police Department Toy & Coat Drive – Help spread some holiday cheer to local kiddos and families! β€οΈπŸš“

🐢 City Dog Tags – Don’t forget to get your furry friends registered for the new year! 🐾✨

πŸ“šπŸ₯« Blessing Boxes – Learn more about the boxes around town and how they help our community! πŸ€πŸ’™

Be sure to check it all out! You won’t want to miss it! πŸŽ‰πŸ“¬

Wheat State Fiber Construction Near East Bridge

Wheat State Technologies


Oxford News, Events

Residents may notice Wheat State crews working near the bridge on the east side of town in the coming days. Wheat State will be repairing and reinforcing their fiber cables after water entered an access point, froze, and constricted the lines. This issue caused the internet outage on Tuesday, December 2nd.

The City appreciates Wheat State’s quick response to the outage and their efforts to restore service to customers as promptly as possible. The upcoming construction is part of their work to prevent similar issues in the future.

While significant delays aren’t expected, drivers may see workers and equipment in the area and are encouraged to use caution when passing through.

Christmas in the Country Prep


Oxford News

This year we documented all the behind-the-scenes work that goes into the City of Oxford’s preparation for Christmas in the Country! πŸŽ₯🌟

Our goal each November is to make sure every light twinkles, every decoration shines, and the whole town is ready for the big celebration the weekend after Thanksgiving. πŸŽ…πŸŽβœ¨

The videos below give you a peek at just how much time, effort, and holiday spirit our Utility Crew puts in to make Oxford look wonderfully Christmassy! πŸŒ²πŸ’‘β€οΈ

From hanging lights to setting up decorations, they work hard to bring the magic of the season to life for everyone in our community. πŸŽ„πŸ™Œβœ¨

Enjoy the festive fun! πŸŽ‰πŸŽ€

Brief Outages This Morning


Oxford News

***UPDATE***

The City Crew discovered that a bad insulator at the City's power plant was the cause of the two blown fuses earlier this morning. They have replaced the insulator along with both fuses so there should be no further outages. 

 

The two brief power outages this morning were caused by blown fuses. Our city crew is currently working to locate the source of the issue. Thank you for your patience. We'll provide an update when available. 

β„οΈπŸ§€πŸ§₯ Β Winter Coat Drive 🧀πŸ§₯❄️

Oxford Police Department


Oxford News, Events

The Oxford Police Department is collecting winter items—including coats, scarves, hats, gloves, and snow boots—to help our neighbors stay warm this season. Donations can be dropped off at Casey’s, Oxford Elementary, and Oxford Jr./Sr. High School.

❀️ Your Kindness Matters! β€οΈ

Every donation helps a neighbor stay warm this winter season. If you’ve been meaning to sort through those closets, this is the perfect opportunity to help someone in our community.
 

If you or someone in your household needs a winter coat, please contact the Oxford Police Department at 620-445-3225. We’ll do our best to make sure everyone in our community stays warm this winter.

Thank you for your generosity and support!   β„️ β›„️ 🧀 🧣 πŸ§₯

Oxford Public Library Closed

November 24th-28th


Oxford News

The Library will be undergoing a face lift with new paint next week so they will need to adjust their hours and will only be open from 1pm-3pm on November 24th & 25th and then closed the 26th-28th. They will reopen to the public on Monday December 1st.

Thanksgiving Safe Arrival

November 22nd-29th


Oxford News

The Oxford Police Department will be working on ensuring safe arrivals during the Holiday Season and one of those programs is the Thanksgiving Safe Arrival running November 22nd - 29th.  During this time increase patrols will be looking for seatbelt wearing. 

Did you know...

  • On average, every 50 minutes a passenger vehicle occupant not wearing a seat belt dies in a traffic crash.
  • In 2023, 10,484 passenger vehicle occupants killed in traffic crashes were not wearing seat belts.
  • The national estimate of seat belt use during the day by adult front-seat passengers in 2024 was 91.2%.
  • In 2023, more unrestrained passenger vehicle occupants died in traffic crashes at night (5,779) than during the day (4,600).
  • In 2023, 56% of passenger vehicle occupants killed at night (6 p.m.–5:59 a.m.) were not wearing their seat belts.
  • Among young adults 18 to 34 killed while riding in passenger vehicles in 2023, more than half (60%) were completely unrestrained — one of the highest percentages for all age groups.
  • Men make up the majority of those killed in traffic crashes. Men are also overrepresented in unrestrained passenger vehicle occupant fatalities with 53% of men and 41% of women dying without a seat belt in 2023.

Stay safe this holiday season and buckle up when you are headed out!

Christmas in the Country

Porch Decorating Contest


Oxford News

This years Christmas In The Country celebration will include the very popular Holiday Porch Decorating Contest for the 3rd year in a row.  Top 3 porches receive Chamber Bucks

1st Place $100.00         2nd Place $50.00              3rd Place $25.00

  • Entries must be within Oxford or 1 mile outside of city limits
  • Applications are at Primarily Plants or call 620-455-3636
  • Application are due by November 15th
  • Have your porch ready by the morning of November 28th

 

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