Monday, May 13, 2013

Happenings of May 13th...

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What's happening this week??
  • Grizzly Way Phase 2 begins...this will run from Washington Avenue to St. Louis Street. Check out the Facebook page for pictures and progress.
  • We'll be planting 16 trees at Galloway Park along the railroad tracks. This will create a future sound buffer. :)
  • The City is applying for a TRIM grant. This will help with our Tree City recognition. We can assess the trees in our parks first and any dead limbs or trees will be taken out.
  • Ozark Independent Living will be donating a bench to Galloway Park. We are so thankful for their donation and can't wait to get it in place and ready to use!
  • The Rotary Club had a work day on Saturday at Galloway Park. They did some spring clean-up work and spreaded some mulch. There is new playground equipment for all the kids to enjoy!
  • The Street Department will be working on Luna Drive to finish up some dirt work, will be doing dirt work at the new Transit Bus Barn site.
  • We always ask during this time of year to be mindful of our mowing crews as they are out mowing right-of-ways and near the roadways. Be cautious as you drive!
  • The Electric Department is experiencing a NEW change. Jeff Hanshaw has been named Electric Superintendent, taking Jim Davidson's place as he is set to retire May 31. Jeff has been a leadman for the city for several years and will do great! The Electric Department will continue work at the Lanton Substation and will be clearing ditches along Kay Drive.
  • Planning & Zoning will meet Tuesday, May 14th at 5:30 p.m.
  • The Grand Opening of Wayhaven Park will be Wednesday, May 22nd from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. We will serve hot dogs, chips, water, have a ribbon cutting at 11:30 a.m. and will have the equipment where all the kids can play!

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

February 4, 2013

What's Happening??

Here's a brief recap of what will be happening in the City of West Plains this week.
  • Trent Courtney, right-of-way specialists, will be in the process of getting easements from property owners along Thornburgh for the Thornburgh Bridge replacement project. If you have questions please contact City Hall and ask to speak to Trent, 256-7170.
  • Midland GIS Solutions are continuing work around the Meadow Vista Substation area.
  • Frame work is completed for the pavilion at Don Warden Park and it's possible roof work could begin this week by Feller Construction. Three pads need to be poured for picnic tables and one pad will need to be poured for a bench that was donated by Ozark Independent Living.
  • Site Work will begin this week for new playground equipment at Kelly, Lofton, Wayhaven, and Butler Park.

Monday, January 14, 2013

Thank YOU, WPFD for your Dedication & Service!

This year was a big year for the Fire Department. Several firefighters were given service pins for their years of service.

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Front row from left: Shawn Bice (12 years), George Milligan (10 years), Bud McMillen (6 years), and Billy Tiger (5 years). Second row: Dale Smith (45 years), Chief Tim Bean (28 years), Captain Kurt Wilbanks (16 years), Corbin Thompson (15 years), Assistant Chief Roy Sims (14 years), and Lieutenant Wayne Cormier (13 years). Not pictured Raymond Blake (20 years) and Gary Brower (8 years).

Together, this totals 192 years of service for the West Plains Fire Department. Together, these guys have served on various other departments and total over 200 years of service in the fire safety field.

THANK YOU WPFD for your dedication to our citizens. Your job requires you to be away from home and your family, miss special occasions, and work when conditions are not always favorable. We appreciate your dedication and know that you all are the definition of 24/7 EXCELLENCE!