The City of Shawnee is releasing survey results from its first comprehensive community survey <B>(<a href=http://www.shawneeok.org/Publications/Files/The_NCS_Community_Livability_Report_Shawnee_OK_FINAL_2016.pdf target=_blank>click here for PDF</a>)</b>. A total of 420 households responded to the random sample survey and 480 individuals completed the open online survey. The survey results highlight a number of areas where the City is meeting national benchmarks along with areas where we are not.
A presentation and summary of the survey results was provided to the Shawnee City Commission on February 21st, and a copy of the presentation may be viewed here <b>(<a href=http://www.ShawneeOK.org/Publications/Files/Shawnee_Community_Survey_Presentation.pdf target=_blank>click here for PDF)</a></b>. The City would like to extend gratitude to all those community members that participated in the survey. Your feedback is very valuable and will be used to review City services, initiatives, and projects and plan for the future.
Wednesday, February 22, 2017
Thursday, February 9, 2017
City achieves milestone in removing blight and improving neighborhoods
February 9, 2017<br>
For Immediate Release<br>
Contact: Justin DeBruin (878-1665)<br>
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On January 30th, 2017, Meier & Son Trucking finished the removal of a house on the 400 block of North Philadelphia Ave., marking a major accomplishment for the City of Shawnee. This demolition represents the 200th dilapidated structure ordered to be removed by the City since the inception of increased program efforts in 2011, significantly stepping up code enforcement. Over the past six years, this number amounts to 33 uninhabitable structures removed on average, per year, surpassing the original goal of 25 buildings annually. The ongoing demolition work aims to improve neighborhoods while removing potential safety hazards to the public. <br>
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Beginning in 2011, the City hired an additional code enforcement officer, doubling the existing enforcement capabilities. Additional funding was also budgeted for nuisance abatement, with a strong focus on the removal of dilapidated structures, displaying the City's strong commitment to supporting and improving neighborhoods.<br>
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By the time many of these structures are reported to the City, they have been abandoned and through time decayed to a point where they become an issue of health, safety, and welfare. These properties are commonly unsecured, inhabited by vagrants, susceptible to fires, and are determined to be uninhabitable. There is also a strong correlation between dilapidated structures and environmental nuisances, including: tall grass and weeds, derelict vehicles, junk, trash and debris.<br>
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Once a complaint is received, the City works cooperatively with the property owner in an attempt to improve the building and ensure overall safety. If these efforts are not taken within a prescribed timeline, the City, following notice and a public hearing, may order the structure to be removed. If said property is not removed by the property owner, the City will hire a licensed contractor to perform the removal and bill the property owner any fees or expenses. If these fees go unpaid, a lien is then placed on the property. <br>
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Ultimately, the removal of problem properties provides an opportunity for quality infill development with direct access to available public utilities. The City continues to address the problem of vacant and dilapidated structure in Shawnee and encourages residents and organizations within the community to become involved. Individuals may call 405-878-1602 to report a suspected violation or complete a form online at http://www.shawneeok.org/ActionCenter/. The City currently has 21 active dilapidated structure investigations.<br>
For Immediate Release<br>
Contact: Justin DeBruin (878-1665)<br>
<br>
<br>
On January 30th, 2017, Meier & Son Trucking finished the removal of a house on the 400 block of North Philadelphia Ave., marking a major accomplishment for the City of Shawnee. This demolition represents the 200th dilapidated structure ordered to be removed by the City since the inception of increased program efforts in 2011, significantly stepping up code enforcement. Over the past six years, this number amounts to 33 uninhabitable structures removed on average, per year, surpassing the original goal of 25 buildings annually. The ongoing demolition work aims to improve neighborhoods while removing potential safety hazards to the public. <br>
<br>
Beginning in 2011, the City hired an additional code enforcement officer, doubling the existing enforcement capabilities. Additional funding was also budgeted for nuisance abatement, with a strong focus on the removal of dilapidated structures, displaying the City's strong commitment to supporting and improving neighborhoods.<br>
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By the time many of these structures are reported to the City, they have been abandoned and through time decayed to a point where they become an issue of health, safety, and welfare. These properties are commonly unsecured, inhabited by vagrants, susceptible to fires, and are determined to be uninhabitable. There is also a strong correlation between dilapidated structures and environmental nuisances, including: tall grass and weeds, derelict vehicles, junk, trash and debris.<br>
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Once a complaint is received, the City works cooperatively with the property owner in an attempt to improve the building and ensure overall safety. If these efforts are not taken within a prescribed timeline, the City, following notice and a public hearing, may order the structure to be removed. If said property is not removed by the property owner, the City will hire a licensed contractor to perform the removal and bill the property owner any fees or expenses. If these fees go unpaid, a lien is then placed on the property. <br>
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Ultimately, the removal of problem properties provides an opportunity for quality infill development with direct access to available public utilities. The City continues to address the problem of vacant and dilapidated structure in Shawnee and encourages residents and organizations within the community to become involved. Individuals may call 405-878-1602 to report a suspected violation or complete a form online at http://www.shawneeok.org/ActionCenter/. The City currently has 21 active dilapidated structure investigations.<br>
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
City Manager Report- January 2017
The January 2017 City Manager report from City Manager, Justin Erickson, has been published. The full PDF report outlines various activities, projects and updates for the City of Shawnee and its local government operations. Follow the link to read the full document.
Public Notice: City considers changes to Ward Boundaries on March 20, 2017
The City is comprised of six wards and after each Federal Census, we are required to review the population of each ward to ensure that the population distribution between wards is substantially equal. Please see the documents below for an overview of the analysis that was completed and for a detailed review of proposed changes.
The Shawnee City Commission will consider an ordinance to amend the ward boundaries at their meeting on March 20, 2017 at 6:30 PM at Shawnee City Hall, Commission Chambers, 16 W. 9th, Shawnee, OK.
For more information please contact:
City of Shawnee
City Clerk
16 W. 9th
Shawnee, OK 74801
(405) 878-1609
The Shawnee City Commission will consider an ordinance to amend the ward boundaries at their meeting on March 20, 2017 at 6:30 PM at Shawnee City Hall, Commission Chambers, 16 W. 9th, Shawnee, OK.
For more information please contact:
City of Shawnee
City Clerk
16 W. 9th
Shawnee, OK 74801
(405) 878-1609
Friday, February 3, 2017
Fairwiew Cemetrey Grave Decorations
Fairview cemetery lot owners<br>
All flower and grave decorations need to be picked up by the end of the day Sunday February 5, 2017.<br>
For more information please call 405-878-1529
All flower and grave decorations need to be picked up by the end of the day Sunday February 5, 2017.<br>
For more information please call 405-878-1529
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