⚡ Notice to Residents – Temporary Power Fluctuations ⚡

Final Update: Evergy has resolved the recent power fluctuations by switching the City to a different circuit, likely redistributing load to restore stable voltage. As of now, power levels have returned to normal.

We appreciate your patience and understanding. Thank you for your continued support as our City Crew worked closely with Evergy to monitor and address the situation.

Update: Evergy is currently working on their substation, which is causing fluctuations in the city’s power. After discussions with Evergy, they’re sending an engineer to explore rerouting power through a different substation. Please be mindful of your electricity usage this evening and tomorrow. As a precaution, the city will be operating its backup generators. At this time, Evergy has not provided a timeline for resolution. We appreciate your patience as our city crew works closely with Evergy to address the issue.

The City of Oxford would like to inform residents that if you're experiencing dimming or flickering lights in your home, you're not alone. Evergy is currently performing work on their substation, and it is temporarily affecting the City's electric system.

Evergy is aware of the issue and is actively working to resolve it. We’ve been informed that the situation should be corrected by the end of the day.

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time!

🚧💧 Heads-Up, Oxford! Hydrant Swap Happening Today! 💧🚧

This afternoon, our awesome city crew will be replacing an old fire hydrant with a shiny new one! To make the switch, water will be temporarily turned off for the first two blocks of East Olive Street.  We appreciate your patience while we make this important upgrade!

🚧✨ Heads up, residents! ProSeal is out and about on the North and South sides of town this week, cleaning out those pesky cracks in the streets to get them ready for filling next week! 🛠️🚙💨

This is all part of a 3-year plan to repair every paved street in town — so if you don’t see them in your neighborhood just yet, don’t worry… they’re coming your way soon! 😄🏘️🛣️

Got questions or concerns? Give the City Office a call at 📞 620-455-2223 — we’re happy to help!

🚧 Playground Progress Update! 🛝✨

Over the past few weeks, our amazing maintenance crew has been hard at work prepping the site for our brand-new playground coming soon!! 🏗️ They brought in 17 truckloads of dirt (yep, SEVENTEEN! 😮) to level out the area where all the fun new equipment will go! 🛻💨

A huge shoutout to Eric Lacey for bringing in his own equipment this week and leveling the ground to a perfect 0% grade 🙌👏 That means everything—from the play structures to the rubber mulch—will be sitting nice and even. Eric, THANK YOU for donating your time and equipment to help us out! 💚💪

We’re so excited to have the new playground equipment delivered later this month and installed in May! 🎊🗓️ Stay tuned for more updates—we can’t wait to share the transformation with you over the coming weeks! 📸🌟

#PlaygroundComingSoon #CommunityMagic #ThankYouEric

👀📅 Mark your calendars! The Chamber of Commerce just announced Oxford’s annual City-Wide Garage Sale is happening Saturday, April 26, 2025! 🛒 Whether you're on the hunt for hidden gems or ready to clear out some clutter, this is the perfect chance to buy, sell, and explore.  🏷️🏡

📢 Don't miss out on the deals, steals, and community fun! Want to get your garage sale listed on the map? Come by the City Office to sign up! ✍ Deadline to sign up is April 21st and the cost is $5. Maps will be created by the Chamber of Commerce and available at Casey's, La Casita, Oxford Post Office and Oxford Liquor. 

Friday May 2, 2025

Oxford resident Cassi Easterly has been working with the Wellington Humane Society to help control the cat population in Oxford. 

🌪️ It's Storm Season, and We're Ready to Test! 🌪️

Starting Monday, March 24th, we’ll be putting our outdoor warning sirens to the test EVERY Monday at Noon! ⏰ And we’ll keep this up through the end of June, so get ready to hear that test blaring through the air! 🎶

A friendly reminder: These sirens are meant to be heard OUTDOORS, not from the comfort of your cozy living room. 🏠 Make sure you’re signed up for weather alerts or have a trusty weather radio on hand to stay safe when storms roll in. 🌧️⚡

Stay safe, stay alert, and let’s make sure we’re all prepared for whatever Mother Nature has in store! 🌪️📱

🌳 The City Crew Gets to Work! 🌳

Today, our trusty City Crew rolled up their sleeves and got busy, tackling fallen trees and trimming those that needed a little extra TLC after the recent gusty winds. 💨 But don’t worry – it’s not all about saying goodbye to trees! 🌱

In fact, we’ve got something exciting lined up! On Arbor Day, April 25th, we’ll be teaming up with the amazing 6th graders to plant some new green friends and keep our city looking beautiful and full of life. 🌿

Stay tuned for more updates – we’re all about growing together!

☀️ Now Hiring: Summer Help! ☀️

Looking for a summer job where you can soak up the sun, stay active, and earn some cash? 💵 The City of Oxford is hiring Summer Help!

🌿 Duties include: Mowing, weed eating, park & pool maintenance, and keeping our town looking its best!
🕗 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (weekends & holidays off!)
💰 Starting Pay: $10.00/hour

Applications are available at the City Office or download the application below. Positions are open until filled—so don’t wait! Join our team and make this summer one to remember! 🌞🌾 EOE

The Oxford Police Department is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as full-time or part-time police officers. Applicants possessing current, active, Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) certification preferred but will consider the right individual. We offer progressive pay and competitive benefits for full-time positions.

🚰💦 Water Leak Fix in Action! 💦🚰

Our awesome utility crew is on the job today, tackling a sneaky water leak right in front of the Elementary School! 🛠️ But don’t worry – the good news is that school is out today for parent-teacher conferences! 🎉

While the crew is hard at work, you might notice a dip in water pressure or discolored water – but it’s all part of the fix! 🚧

Got questions or spotted another leak? Give us a ring at 620-455-2223 – we’re here to help! 📞

Thanks for your patience while we make everything run smoothly again!

🎉 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! 😊👦👧

The 2025 City Dog Tags are here! 🎉 Swing by the City Office to get your pup licensed and ready for the new year.

💰 Fees:
🐕 $5 per dog (up to 3 dogs)
🐶 $60 per additional dog (max of 5 dogs per household)

📜 What to Bring: Proof of vaccination—because we love happy, healthy pups!

📢 Reminder: City Code requires all dogs 6 months and older to be vaccinated and licensed in Oxford.

Let’s keep our furry friends safe and legal—come see us today! 🦴🐕✨

The City of Oxford is now hiring Lifeguards & Pool Managers 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.

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.  

City of Oxford Utility Crew is hard at work Friday morning fixing a water leak at the intersection of Ohio and Myrtle.  Water pressure might be reduced and residents could see brown water later today due to this leak.  Make sure if you see one of the City of Oxford Utility workers you give them a big THANK YOU for braving cold temps and wind to repair this leak!  

Residents in the NW section of town may have intermitent water service today due to construction on the west side of town for the US 160 Hi-Way expansion project.  The City was not aware these outages were occuring today and we apologize for any inconvience this may cause.  All services should be restored before the end of the business day.  If you are experiencing problems after hours please report it to 911 as a non emergency utility outage.

City Crew cleaning up newest round of snow!!