Kiowa County / Greensburg 4-28-08 to 4-30-08

KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG
Public Information Update
Monday, April 28, 2008 – Wednesday, April 30, 2008

BUSINESS INCUBATOR GROUNDBREAKING
The Business Incubator groundbreaking will be held at 6 am on Friday, May 2nd. The groundbreaking will be broadcast live on the CBS Early Show and the whole town is invited! There will be food and live entertainment from REO Speedwagon. It should be a great party, even though it’s early!

BIG WELL PARK
The CBS Early Show will be broadcasting live Monday-Friday from 6-8am from Big Well Park. Everyone is encouraged to be there during the broadcast times to help with the playground construction. This will be a big week for our town, and it would be wonderful if you can come out and help!

HEALTH DEPARTMENT CLOSED
The Kiowa County Health Department will be closed Tuesday, April 29th and Wednesday, April 30th. Due to the closure, Clinic Day will be held on Monday, April 28th.

CELL PHONE DIRECTORY
The Community Recovery Action Team is asking the community to help us revise the Cell Phone Directory that was published last June. We would like to make a Greensburg Phone Book including new addresses.

We are asking businesses to compile a list of employees with phone numbers and addresses. Over the Celebration Weekend there will be notepads placed around the community to add you information too. If you would like to e-mail this information, please send your name, phone number and address to kmcmurry@usd422 or kiowa.pio@gmail.com

COMMUNITY PRAYER
The Kiowa County Ministerial Alliance is sponsoring community prayer has been scheduled each Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. at the Kiowa County Food Bank. Everyone is invited to attend and pray with us. For more information, contact any KCMA member.

HEALTH CONTRACT PROGRAM
The Kiowa County Extension Office and the Kiowa County Health Department are sponsoring a “Health Contract” Program to promote healthy lifestyles. The program will kick off on May 5th and end August 15th. If you would like to participate in the “Health Contract” program, please stop by the Extension Office and pick up a team packet.

COMMUNITY GARDENS
A community gardens area has been established for residents of Greensburg who do not have space for a garden. There are 36 garden plots (15’x15’) available on a first come basis. The plots are $10.00 each. The ground will be worked and ready for planting. Water will be provided at no cost. Call the Extension Office for your garden plot at 620-723-2156.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 218 N. Main or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.

USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
The USDA Rural Development Office has moved into the USDA Service Center located at 122 E. Illinois. Office hours are Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., night appointments upon request. For more information, please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546.

PHASES OF DISASTER RECOVERY
The KARE 1 Project will be at Volunteer Village (611 W Illinois) on May 6th, 15th, 22nd, and 28th at 7:30 pm for an educational group presentation. We will be discussing dealing with the Phases of Disaster Recovery, normal reactions to a disaster event, and self care tips for adults, children and teens. If you have questions please call the KARE office at 620-723-1088 or 785-313-6123.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located at 219 S. Oak.
· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT
· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.
· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located at 219 S. Oak.
· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located at 219 S. Oak.
· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays. Trash must be out by 8 a.m. or it will not be picked up.
· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

TRAGEDY TO TRIUMPH - GREENSBURG RISING
A Celebration of Community, Progress, Friendship, and Life
May 2, 3, and 4th 2008

Friday, May 2nd
· Business Incubator Ground Breaking 6:00 a.m. Big Event!!! - 101 S. Main
· Sunset Acres Park Dedication - Ribbon Cutting/Dedication Stone 11:00 a.m.
· Picnic at Sunset Acres Park 11:30 - 12:30
· Greensburg Greentown Visitor/Green Information Center 204 W. Florida
Grand Opening 1:00 p.m., Open to the public 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
· Greensburg Cubed Projects Arrive 1:30 p.m. 204 W. Florida
· Big Well Gift Shop Open 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., View Big Well all day

Saturday, May 3rd
· Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m.
· Care and Share Grand Reopening 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 207 S. Main St.
· Going to Town (a recreation of Main Street) 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
· Greensburg Timeline Viewing at Volunteer Village Dining Hall
· National Weather Service Presentations of May 4, 2007 events 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Discussions available 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Kiowa County Meeting Trailer (see note below)
· National Weather Service display and discussion of May 4, 2007 3:00 p.m.
· Carriage House Community Bar-B-Q 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 723 S Elm
· Golf Tournament 1:00 p.m.
· Komotara Apartments Open House 1:30 - 3:30
· Water Tower Ribbon Cutting 2:00 p.m. 315 S. Sycamore
· KCMH Open House/photo share/ice cream social 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. West Tent
· Greensburg Greentown/Kiowa County Chamber Dinner 6:30 p.m. Davis Park
· Rodeo Club Street Dance and Entertainment 8:30 p.m. Davis Park

Sunday, May 4th
· Community Worship Service Davis Park 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
· Sante Fe Trail Car Club Show Main Street 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
· Community Meal Davis Park 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
· Kiowa County Farm Bureau Association Ice Cream Social 1:00 Main Street
· Presentation and Dedication of Victims Memorial 322 S. Grove 1:30 p.m.
· High School Graduation 3:00 p.m.
· Grand Opening of 5-4-7 Art Center 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 204 W. Wisconsin
· Ground Breaking of First Baptist Church 6:00 p.m. 54 and Sycamore
· Candle Light Vigil 9:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Davis Park


Please note: The community meals, scheduled for the weekend, have been planned based on an estimated attendance. We would like to accommodate everyone, but have no way of determining the actual number of meals needed. Meals will be served on a first come first serve basis. There will be several vendors, located in town, during the weekend, for your convenience.

The National Weather Service will be on hand from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday, May 3rd. We have scheduled two presentation times, but seating is limited. If you do not make the presentation, stop in and visit with Mike Umscheid and Larry Ruthi, during the day. Storm chaser Lance Fergeson will also be available to share his experience with the community. They will be located in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located just west of the Courthouse (219 S. Oak).

Anyone wanting to bring the pictures for the photo share at the Kiowa County Memorial Hospital can contact Mary Sweet at 620-723-3342 or just drop pictures off at the hospital.

Kiowa County / Greensburg 4-24-08 to 4-27-08

KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG
Public Information Update
Thursday, April 24, 2008 – Sunday, April 27, 2008

BUSINESS INCUBATOR GROUNDBREAKING
The Business Incubator groundbreaking will be held at 7 am on Friday, May 2nd. The groundbreaking will be broadcast live on the CBS Early Show and the whole town is invited! There will be food and live entertainment. It should be a great party, even though it’s early!

HEALTH DEPARTMENT CLOSED
The Kiowa County Health Department will be closed Tuesday, April 29th and Wednesday, April 30th. Due to the closure, Clinic Day will be held on Monday, April 28th.

COMMUNITY PRAYER
The Kiowa County Ministerial Alliance is sponsoring community prayer has been scheduled each Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. at the Kiowa County Food Bank. Everyone is invited to attend and pray with us. For more information, contact any KCMA member.

FREE PLANTS
Theresa Cavanaugh, owner of Divine Outreach Services and Landscaping in Derby will be in Davis Park on Saturday, April 26th at 1:00 p.m. to hand out free vegetables, flowers, bulbs, vines and a few trees. The plants will be available for anyone who had storm damage on May 4th. The company has also purchased 3 plots in the community garden to be given to individuals needing a garden spot.

HEALTH CONTRACT PROGRAM
The Kiowa County Extension Office and the Kiowa County Health Department are sponsoring a “Health Contract” Program to promote healthy lifestyles. The program will kick off on May 5th and end August 15th.

The program will be designed by the individual teams, which must be comprised of at least 2 people. Each team will determine what kind of physical activity will be used and what their goals are for the contract. There needs to be some way to track your progress and you will need to report your progress to the Extension Office every 2 weeks.

If you would like to participate in the “Health Contract” program, please stop by the Extension Office and pick up a team packet.

COMMUNITY GARDENS
A community gardens area has been established for residents of Greensburg who do not have space for a garden. There are 36 garden plots (15’x15’) available on a first come basis. The plots are $10.00 each. The ground will be worked and ready for planting. Water will be provided at no cost. Call the Extension Office for your garden plot at 620-723-2156.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
· JOBS IN GREENSBURG: Greensburg residents are being considered for employment. Those interested can visit the KansasWorks office at 218 N. Main or by calling Amber or Christina at 620-723-2030 or 620-388-4993. Hours are Monday –Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Health benefits are provided.

PHASES OF DISASTER RECOVERY
The KARE 1 Project will be at Volunteer Village (611 W Illinois) on May 6th at 7:30 pm for an educational group presentation. We will be giving a 1 hour presentation/Q&A forum dealing with the Phases of Disaster Recovery, normal reactions to a disaster event, and self care tips for adults, children and teens. If you have questions please call the KARE office at 620-723-1088 or 785-313-6123.

TRAGEDY TO TRIUMPH - GREENSBURG RISING
A Celebration of Community, Progress, Friendship, and Life
May 2, 3, and 4th 2008
-- Friday May 2nd
Business Incubator Groundbreaking 7 a.m.
Rededication of Sunset Acres Park
Ribbon Cutting 11:00a.m.
Dedication Stone
Picnic 11:30 - 12:30
Greensburg Cubed Project arrives for viewing
Greensburg Greentown Visitor/Green Information Center 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
-- Saturday May 3rd
Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m.
Care and Share Grand Reopening 9:00 a.m.
Going To Town (a recreation of Main Street) 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Carriage House Community Barbecue 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
View Greensburg Timeline
Photo Board (pending) bring in photos to share
KCMH Open House (pending)
National Weather Service display and discussion of May 4, 2007 1-4 p.m.
Storm Chasers
Golf Tournament 1:00 p.m.
Water Tower Ribbon Cutting 2:00 p.m.
Military Fly Over (pending)
Greentown Dinner 6:30 p.m.
Triangle Rodeo Club Dance and Beer Garden
-- Sunday May 4th
Community Worship Service Davis Park 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sante Fe Trail Car Club Show Main Street 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Community Meal 12 - 1 p.m.
Presentation and Dedication of Victims Memorial 1:30
High School Graduation 3:00 p.m.
Grand Opening of 5-4-7 Art Center 5:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ground Breaking of First Baptist Church 6:00 p.m.
Candle Light Vigil

The Can-Do Action team is currently accepting more activities for the Celebration Weekend. If you would like to add an activity, please contact Erica Goodman at 620-388-4638.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information.
· Salvation Army is located in the Barclay College Library. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.
· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.
· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call the Greensburg Office at 620-723-1088, Project cell phone at 785-313-6123 or toll free at 866.327.6578 or e-mail kare1@att.net with questions.
· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.
· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422.
· Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.
· Wichita Area Builders Association is working through the Salvation Army to locate Greensburg Families rebuilding within the city limits who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Habitat for Humanity has a Greensburg office located in FEMA trailer B, located SW of the courthouse square. Appointments are available on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Marci Hawks at 316-269-0755 or 316-619-2227.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square
· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT
· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.
· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.
· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify City Hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.
· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

CHURCH SERVICES
· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.
· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns
· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.
· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.
· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.
· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.
· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the Greensburg Family Practice temporary facility each Sunday at 10 a.m.
· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.
· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

ALUMNI BANQUET
The Greensburg Alumni Banquet will be held on May 24th at 6 p.m. at the Greensburg School Gymnasium. Tickets for the banquet are $12.50 and can be purchased at the Greensburg State Bank. Deadline for registration is May 16th.

Kiowa County / Greensburg 4-21-08 to 4-23-08

KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG
Public Information Update
Monday, April 21, 2008 – Wednesday, April 23, 2008

COMMUNITY PRAYER
The Kiowa County Ministerial Alliance is sponsoring community prayer has been scheduled each Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. at the Kiowa County Food Bank. Everyone is invited to attend and pray with us. For more information, contact any KCMA member.

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA
Papa John’s Pizza trailer will be in Greensburg on Monday, April 21st. The trailer will be parked on Main Street from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Come stop by for fresh baked pizza!

MOTORCYCLE MARY FINANCIAL SEMINAR
SCKTRO and Peoples Bank will be sponsoring a Financial Seminar presented by Motorcycle Mary on Monday, April 21st from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Volunteer Village Dining Hall. Childcare will be provided. Refreshments will be served.

Call SCKTRO at 620-862-5882 or Peoples Bank at 620-723-2761 to register for the seminar.

FREE SCREENING FOR CHILDREN
USD 422, South Central Kansas Special Education Cooperative and Kiowa County Health Department are sponsoring a free child screening for children three to five years of age.

The screening will be at the Temporary Catholic Church, 207 W. Morton and will be held from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 23rd. Please allow 1 to 1 ½ hours for the screening. Call 620-723-2332 for an appointment.

ALUMNI BANQUET
The Greensburg Alumni Banquet will be held on May 24th at 6 p.m. at the Greensburg School Gymnasium. Tickets for the banquet are $12.50 and can be purchased at the Greensburg State Bank. Deadline for registration is May 16th.

CARRIAGE HOUSE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Carriage House is now accepting applications for all positions. Contact Steve at 620-546-4576 or Judy at 620-770-2774 to inquire about the positions or to pick up an application.

WICHITA EAGLE
The Wichita Eagle is now being delivered daily in Greensburg. For a subscription, please call the paper to provide your new address. The carrier requests that house numbers be visible on you home so deliveries will be successful. Please call Kelly Heartly at 216-268-6436 or Melva Bernard at 620-548-2604.

MASTERGUARD FIRE ALARMS
L&D Distributing, Wichita, KS is trying to locate their Greensburg customers. They would like to offer them huge discounts on replacing fire alarm systems. Please contact Lee Craven at 1-800-798-3904 or 1-800-798-3905.

PHASES OF DISASTER RECOVERY
Attention Greensburg and surrounding community Volunteers and Residents! The KARE 1 Project will be at Volunteer Village (611 W Illinois) April 23rd, and May 6th at 7:30 pm for an educational group presentation. We will be giving a 1 hour presentation/Q&A forum dealing with the Phases of Disaster Recovery, normal reactions to a disaster event, and self care tips for adults, children and teens. If you have questions please don’t hesitate to call the KARE office at 620-723-1088 or 785-313-6123. Everyone is welcome; please join us to learn or just to talk. We hope to see all of you!

Tragedy to Triumph - Greensburg Rising
A Celebration of Community, Progress, Friendship, and Life
May 2, 3, and 4th 2008
-- Friday May 2nd
Rededication of Sunset Acres Park
Ribbon Cutting 11:00a.m.
Dedication Stone
Picnic 11:30 - 12:30
Greensburg Cubed Project arrives for viewing
Greensburg Greentown Visitor/Green Information Center 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
-- Saturday May 3rd
Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m.
Care and Share Grand Reopening 9:00 a.m.
Going To Town (a recreation of Main Street) 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Carriage House Community Barbecue 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
View Greensburg Timeline
Photo Board (pending) bring in photos to share
KCMH Open House (pending)
National Weather Service display and discussion of May 4, 2007 1-4 p.m.
Storm Chasers
Golf Tournament 1:00 p.m.
Water Tower Ribbon Cutting 2:00 p.m.
Military Fly Over (pending)
Greentown Dinner 6:30 p.m.
-- Sunday May 4th
Community Worship Service Davis Park 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sante Fe Trail Car Club Show Main Street 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Community Meal 12 - 1 p.m.
Presentation and Dedication of Victims Memorial 1:30
High School Graduation 3:00 p.m.
Grand Opening of 5-4-7 Art Center 5:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ground Breaking of First Baptist Church 6:00 p.m.
Candle Light Vigil

The Can-Do Action team is currently accepting more activities for the Celebration Weekend. If you would like to add an activity, please contact Erica Goodman at 620-388-4638.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information.
· Salvation Army is located in the Barclay College Library. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.
· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.
· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call the Greensburg Office at 620-723-1088, Project cell phone at 785-313-6123 or toll free at 866.327.6578 or e-mail kare1@att.net with questions.
· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.
· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422.
· Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.
· Wichita Area Builders Association is working through the Salvation Army to locate Greensburg Families rebuilding within the city limits who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Habitat for Humanity has a Greensburg office located in FEMA trailer B, located SW of the courthouse square. Appointments are available on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Marci Hawks at 316-269-0755 or 316-619-2227.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT
· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.
· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.
· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.
· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

LIONS CLUB PA SYSTEM
The Lions Club has purchased a portable PA system to be used for Ground Breaking ceremonies and other public events. To reserve the system, please contact Steve Kirk at Centera Bank, 620-723-3356, or Steve Dawson at 620-546-4576.

COMMUNITY GARDENS
A community gardens area has been established for residents of Greensburg who do not have space for a garden. There are 36 garden plots (15’x15’) available on a first come basis. The plots are $10.00 each. The ground will be worked and ready for planting. Water will be provided at no cost. Call the Extension Office for your garden plot at 620-723-2156.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square
· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.

CHURCH SERVICES
· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.
· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns
· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.
· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.
· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.
· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.
· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the Greensburg Family Practice temporary facility each Sunday at 10 a.m.
· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.
· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

Kiowa County / Greensburg 4-17-08 to 4-20-08

KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG
Public Information Update
Thursday, April 17, 2008 – Sunday, April 20, 2008

PAPA JOHN’S PIZZA
Papa John’s Pizza trailer will be in Greensburg on Monday, April 21st. The trailer will be parked on Main Street from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Come stop by for fresh baked pizza!

MOTORCYCLE MARY FINANCIAL SEMINAR
SCKTRO and Peoples Bank will be sponsoring a Financial Seminar presented by Motorcycle Mary on Monday, April 21st from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Volunteer Village Dining Hall. Childcare will be provided. Refreshments will be served.

Call SCKTRO at 620-862-5882 or Peoples Bank at 620-723-2761 to register for the seminar.

FREE SCREENING FOR CHILDREN
USD 422, South Central Kansas Special Education Cooperative and Kiowa County Health Department are sponsoring a free child screening for children three to five years of age.

The screening will be at the Temporary Catholic Church, 207 W. Morton and will be held from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 23rd. Please allow 1 to 1 ½ hours for the screening. Call 620-723-2332 for an appointment.

LANDSCAPING 101
The Kiowa County Extension Office will be holding a landscaping class on Saturday, April 19th at the County Meeting Trailer. The program will start at 9 a.m. Topics of discussion will be principles of landscape design, trees, flowers, lawn turf, and ponds. For more information, please call the Extension Office at 620-723-2156.

ALUMNI BANQUET
The Greensburg Alumni Banquet will be held on May 24th at 6 p.m. at the Greensburg School Gymnasium. Tickets for the banquet are $12.50 and can be purchased at the Greensburg State Bank. Deadline for registration is May 16th.

CARRIAGE HOUSE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Carriage House is now accepting applications for all positions. Contact Steve at 620-546-4576 or Judy at 620-770-2774 to inquire about the positions or to pick up an application.

WICHITA EAGLE
The Wichita Eagle is now being delivered daily in Greensburg. For a subscription, please call the paper to provide your new address. The carrier requests that house numbers be visible on you home so deliveries will be successful. Please call Kelly Heartly at 216-268-6436 or Melva Bernard at 620-548-2604.

MASTERGUARD FIRE ALARMS
L&D Distributing, Wichita, KS is trying to locate their Greensburg customers. They would like to offer them huge discounts on replacing fire alarm systems. Please contact Lee Craven at 1-800-798-3904 or 1-800-798-3905.

PHASES OF DISASTER RECOVERY
Attention Greensburg and surrounding community Volunteers and Residents! The KARE 1 Project will be at Volunteer Village (611 W Illinois) April 8th, 15th, 23rd, and May 6th at 7:30 pm for an educational group presentation. We will be giving a 1 hour presentation/Q&A forum dealing with the Phases of Disaster Recovery, normal reactions to a disaster event, and self care tips for adults, children and teens. If you have questions please don’t hesitate to call the KARE office at 620-723-1088 or 785-313-6123. Everyone is welcome; please join us to learn or just to talk. We hope to see all of you!

Tragedy to Triumph - Greensburg Rising
A Celebration of Community, Progress, Friendship, and Life
May 2, 3, and 4th 2008
-- Friday May 2nd
Rededication of Sunset Acres Park
Ribbon Cutting 11:00a.m.
Dedication Stone
Picnic 11:30 - 12:30
Greensburg Cubed Project arrives for viewing
Greensburg Greentown Visitor/Green Information Center 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
-- Saturday May 3rd
Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m.
Care and Share Grand Reopening 9:00 a.m.
Going To Town (a recreation of Main Street) 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
View Greensburg Timeline
Photo Board (pending) bring in photos to share
KCMH Open House (pending)
National Weather Service display and discussion of May 4, 2007 1-4 p.m.
Storm Chasers
Golf Tournament 1:00 p.m.
Water Tower Ribbon Cutting 2:00 p.m.
Military Fly Over (pending)
Greentown Dinner 6:30 p.m.
-- Sunday May 4th
Community Worship Service Davis Park 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sante Fe Trail Car Club Show Main Street 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Community Meal 12 - 1 p.m.
Presentation and Dedication of Victims Memorial 1:30
High School Graduation 3:00 p.m.
Grand Opening of 5-4-7 Art Center 5:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ground Breaking of First Baptist Church 6:00 p.m.
Candle Light Vigil

The Can-Do Action team is currently accepting more activities for the Celebration Weekend. If you would like to add an activity, please contact Erica Goodman at 620-388-4638.

LIONS CLUB PA SYSTEM
The Lions Club has purchased a portable PA system to be used for Ground Breaking ceremonies and other public events. To reserve the system, please contact Steve Kirk at Centera Bank, 620-723-3356, or Steve Dawson at 620-546-4576.

COMMUNITY GARDENS
A community gardens area has been established for residents of Greensburg who do not have space for a garden. There are 36 garden plots (15’x15’) available on a first come basis. The plots are $10.00 each. The ground will be worked and ready for planting. Water will be provided at no cost. Call the Extension Office for your garden plot at 620-723-2156.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square
· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information.
· Salvation Army is located in the Barclay College Library. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.
· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.
· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call the Greensburg Office at 620-723-1088, Project cell phone at 785-313-6123 or toll free at 866.327.6578 or e-mail kare1@att.net with questions.
· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.
· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422.
· Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.
· Wichita Area Builders Association is working through the Salvation Army to locate Greensburg Families rebuilding within the city limits who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Habitat for Humanity has a Greensburg office located in FEMA trailer B, located SW of the courthouse square. Appointments are available on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Marci Hawks at 316-269-0755 or 316-619-2227.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT
· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.
· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.
· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.
· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

CHURCH SERVICES
· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.
· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns
· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.
· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.
· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.
· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.
· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the Greensburg Family Practice temporary facility each Sunday at 10 a.m.
· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.
· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

Kiowa County / Greensburg 4-14-08 to 4-16-08

KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG
Public Information Update
Monday, April 14, 2008 – Wednesday, April 16, 2008

LANDSCAPING 101
The Kiowa County Extension Office will be holding a landscaping class on Saturday, April 19th at the County Meeting Trailer. The program will start at 9 a.m. Topics of discussion will be principles of landscape design, trees, flowers, lawn turf, and ponds. For more information, please call the Extension Office at 620-723-2156.

TRACTOR SAFETY TRAINING
Youth ages 13 to 15 can sign up now for one of two tractor safety training that will be held in April. The Dodge City training is a one-day training that will be held on April 19th. The Pratt training is a 2-day all inclusive training that will be held on April 26-27th. Contact the Extension Office at 620-723-2156 to sign up for either training. Deadline for registering is Wednesday, April 16th.

ALUMNI BANQUET
The Greensburg Alumni Banquet will be held on May 24th at 6 p.m. at the Greensburg School Gymnasium. Tickets for the banquet are $12.50 and can be purchased at the Greensburg State Bank. Deadline for registration is May 16th.

CARRIAGE HOUSE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Carriage House is now accepting applications for all positions. Contact Steve at 620-546-4576 or Judy at 620-770-2774 to inquire about the positions or to pick up an application.

WICHITA EAGLE
The Wichita Eagle is now being delivered daily in Greensburg. For a subscription, please call the paper to provide your new address. The carrier requests that house numbers be visible on you home so deliveries will be successful. Please call Kelly Heartly at 216-268-6436 or Melva Bernard at 620-548-2604.

MASTERGUARD FIRE ALARMS
L&D Distributing, Wichita, KS is trying to locate their Greensburg customers. They would like to offer them huge discounts on replacing fire alarm systems. Please contact Lee Craven at 1-800-798-3904 or 1-800-798-3905.

PHASES OF DISASTER RECOVERY
Attention Greensburg and surrounding community Volunteers and Residents! The KARE 1 Project will be at Volunteer Village (611 W Illinois) April 8th, 15th, 23rd, and May 6th at 7:30 pm for an educational group presentation. We will be giving a 1 hour presentation/Q&A forum dealing with the Phases of Disaster Recovery, normal reactions to a disaster event, and self care tips for adults, children and teens. If you have questions please don’t hesitate to call the KARE office at 620-723-1088 or 785-313-6123. Everyone is welcome; please join us to learn or just to talk. We hope to see all of you!

TRAGEDY TO TRIUMPH - GREENSBURG RISING
A Celebration of Community, Progress, Friendship, and Life
May 2, 3, and 4th 2008
-- Friday May 2nd
Rededication of Sunset Acres Park
Ribbon Cutting 11:00a.m.
Dedication Stone
Picnic 11:30 - 12:30
Greensburg Cubed Project arrives for viewing
Greensburg Greentown Visitor/Green Information Center 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
-- Saturday May 3rd
Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m.
Care and Share Grand Reopening 9:00 a.m.
Going To Town (a recreation of Main Street) 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
View Greensburg Timeline
Photo Board (pending) bring in photos to share
KCMH Open House (pending)
National Weather Service display and discussion of May 4, 2007 1-4 p.m.
Storm Chasers
Golf Tournament 1:00 p.m.
Water Tower Ribbon Cutting 2:00 p.m.
Military Fly Over (pending)
Greentown Dinner 6:30 p.m.
-- Sunday May 4th
Community Worship Service Davis Park 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sante Fe Trail Car Club Show Main Street 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Community Meal 12 - 1 p.m.
Presentation and Dedication of Victims Memorial 1:30
High School Graduation 3:00 p.m.
Grand Opening of 5-4-7 Art Center 5:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ground Breaking of First Baptist Church 6:00 p.m.
Candle Light Vigil

The Can-Do Action team is currently accepting more activities for the Celebration Weekend. If you would like to add an activity, please contact Erica Goodman at 620-388-4638.

LIONS CLUB PA SYSTEM
The Lions Club has purchased a portable PA system to be used for Ground Breaking ceremonies and other public events. To reserve the system, please contact Steve Kirk at Centera Bank, 620-723-3356, or Steve Dawson at 620-546-4576.

COMMUNITY GARDENS
A community gardens area has been established for residents of Greensburg who do not have space for a garden. There are 36 garden plots (15’x15’) available on a first come basis. The plots are $10.00 each. The ground will be worked and ready for planting. Water will be provided at no cost. Call the Extension Office for your garden plot at 620-723-2156.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square
· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information.
· Salvation Army is located in the Barclay College Library. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.
· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.
· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call the Greensburg Office at 620-723-1088, Project cell phone at 785-313-6123 or toll free at 866.327.6578 or e-mail kare1@att.net with questions.
· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.
· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422.
· Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.
· Wichita Area Builders Association is working through the Salvation Army to locate Greensburg Families rebuilding within the city limits who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Habitat for Humanity has a Greensburg office located in FEMA trailer B, located SW of the courthouse square. Appointments are available on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Marci Hawks at 316-269-0755 or 316-619-2227.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT
· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.
· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.
· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.
· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

CHURCH SERVICES
· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.
· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns
· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.
· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.
· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.
· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.
· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the Greensburg Family Practice temporary facility each Sunday at 10 a.m.
· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.
· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

Kiowa County / Greensburg 4-10-08 to 4-13-08

KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG
Public Information Update
Thursday, April 10, 2008 – Sunday, April 13, 2008

TRACTOR SAFETY TRAINING
Youth ages 13 to 15 can sign up now for one of two tractor safety training that will be held in April. The Dodge City training is a one-day training that will be held on April 19th. The Pratt training is a 2-day all inclusive training that will be held on April 26-27th. Contact the Extension Office at 620-723-2156 to sign up for either training.

POT LUCK DINNER
The monthly Pot Luck Dinner will be held Friday, April 11 at Coffee House, in the shed behind the Iroquois Center at 610 East Grant in Greensburg. Bring a covered dish and enjoy visiting with your friends and neighbors. ICHD will furnish tea, coffee and utensils.

TREES COMING SATURDAY
Udall has teamed up with Westar Energy, the Kansas Forest Service and K-State Research and Extension for the 2nd phase of trees for Greensburg homeowners rebuilding in town. The trees will be distributed at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 12th at Big Well Park. There are still a few trees that have not been spoken for so please call Carmen Stauth at 620-723-2156 to register your name and select a tree.

SELF-HELP HOUSING GROUND BREAKING
The Greensburg Community Self-Help Housing will be holding a Ground Breaking Ceremony on Saturday, April 12th at 11 a.m. The location for the ground breaking will be 402 S. Walnut. Please help the 18 organizations involved in the program celebrate the first round of Self-Help Homes to be constructed.

ALUMNI BANQUET
The Greensburg Alumni Banquet will be held on May 24th at 6 p.m. at the Greensburg School Gymnasium. Tickets for the banquet are $12.50 and can be purchased at the Greensburg State Bank. Deadline for registration is May 16th.

CARRIAGE HOUSE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Carriage House is now accepting applications for all positions. Contact Steve at 620-546-4576 or Judy at 620-770-2774 to inquire about the positions or to pick up an application.

WICHITA EAGLE
The Wichita Eagle is now being delivered daily in Greensburg. For a subscription, please call the paper to provide your new address. The carrier requests that house numbers be visible on you home so deliveries will be successful. Please call Kelly Heartly at 216-268-6436 or Melva Bernard at 620-548-2604.

MASTERGUARD FIRE ALARMS
L&D Distributing, Wichita, KS is trying to locate their Greensburg customers. They would like to offer them huge discounts on replacing fire alarm systems. Please contact Lee Craven at 1-800-798-3904 or 1-800-798-3905.

PHASES OF DISASTER RECOVERY
Attention Greensburg and surrounding community Volunteers and Residents! The KARE 1 Project will be at Volunteer Village (611 W Illinois) April 8th, 15th, 23rd, and May 6th at 7:30 pm for an educational group presentation. We will be giving a 1 hour presentation/Q&A forum dealing with the Phases of Disaster Recovery, normal reactions to a disaster event, and self care tips for adults, children and teens. If you have questions please don’t hesitate to call the KARE office at 620-723-1088 or 785-313-6123. Everyone is welcome; please join us to learn or just to talk. We hope to see all of you!

Tragedy to Triumph - Greensburg Rising
A Celebration of Community, Progress, Friendship, and Life
May 2, 3, and 4th 2008
--Friday May 2nd
Rededication of Sunset Acres Park
Ribbon Cutting 11:00a.m.
Dedication Stone
Picnic 11:30 - 12:30
Greensburg Cubed Project arrives for viewing
Greensburg Greentown Visitor/Green Information Center 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
--Saturday May 3rd
Golf Tournament 8:00 a.m.
Care and Share Grand Reopening 9:00 a.m.
Going To Town (a recreation of Main Street) 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
View Greensburg Timeline
Photo Board (pending) bring in photos to share
KCMH Open House (pending)
National Weather Service display and discussion of May 4, 2007 1-4 p.m.
Storm Chasers
Golf Tournament 1:00 p.m.
Water Tower Ribbon Cutting 2:00 p.m.
Military Fly Over (pending)
Greentown Dinner 6:30 p.m.
--Sunday May 4th
Community Worship Service Davis Park 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sante Fe Trail Car Club Show Main Street 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Community Meal 12 - 1 p.m.
Presentation and Dedication of Victims Memorial 1:30
High School Graduation 3:00 p.m.
Grand Opening of 5-4-7 Art Center 5:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Ground Breaking of First Baptist Church 6:00 p.m.
Candle Light Vigil

The Can-Do Action team is currently accepting more activities for the Celebration Weekend. If you would like to add an activity, please contact Erica Goodman at 620-388-4638.

LIONS CLUB PA SYSTEM
The Lions Club has purchased a portable PA system to be used for Ground Breaking ceremonies and other public events. To reserve the system, please contact Steve Kirk at Centera Bank, 620-723-3356, or Steve Dawson at 620-546-4576.

COMMUNITY GARDENS
A community gardens area has been established for residents of Greensburg who do not have space for a garden. There are 36 garden plots (15’x15’) available on a first come basis. The plots are $10.00 each. The ground will be worked and ready for planting. Water will be provided at no cost. Call the Extension Office for your garden plot at 620-723-2156.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square
· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT
· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.
· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.
· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.
· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information.
· Salvation Army is located in the Barclay College Library. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.
· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.
· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call the Greensburg Office at 620-723-1088, Project cell phone at 785-313-6123 or toll free at 866.327.6578 or e-mail kare1@att.net with questions.
· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.
· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422.
· Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.
· Wichita Area Builders Association is working through the Salvation Army to locate Greensburg Families rebuilding within the city limits who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Habitat for Humanity has a Greensburg office located in FEMA trailer B, located SW of the courthouse square. Appointments are available on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Marci Hawks at 316-269-0755 or 316-619-2227.

CHURCH SERVICES
· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.
· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns
· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.
· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.
· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.
· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.
· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the Greensburg Family Practice temporary facility each Sunday at 10 a.m.
· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.
· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

Kiowa County / Greensburg 4-7-08 to 4-9-08

KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG
Public Information Update
Monday, April 7, 2008 – Wednesday, April 9, 2008

TRACTOR SAFETY TRAINING
Youth ages 13 to 15 can sign up now for one of two tractor safety training that will be held in April. The Dodge City training is a one-day training that will be held on April 19th. The Pratt training is a 2-day all inclusive training that will be held on April 26-27th. Contact the Extension Office at 620-723-2156 to sign up for either training.

POT LUCK DINNER
The monthly Pot Luck Dinner will be held Friday, April 11 at Coffee House, in the shed behind the Iroquois Center at 610 East Grant in Greensburg. Bring a covered dish and enjoy visiting with your friends and neighbors. ICHD will furnish tea, coffee and utensils.

TREES FROM UDALL – PHASE II
Udall has teamed up with Westar Energy, the Kansas Forest Service and K-State Research and Extension for the 2nd phase of trees for Greensburg homeowners.

The trees will be provided in phases as residents are ready to move back into their homes. The second phase will be 75 to 100 trees for homeowners ready to move into or living in their homes. The trees will arrive on April 12th to be planted. You will be allowed to choose your preference of a large shade tree or a small to medium ornamental. Please contact Carmen Stauth at 620-723-2156 to register your name and selected a tree category.

COMMUNITY GARDENS
A community gardens area has been established for residents of Greensburg who do not have space for a garden. There are 36 garden plots (15’x15’) available on a first come basis. The plots are $10.00 each. The ground will be worked and ready for planting. Water will be provided at no cost. Call the Extension Office for your garden plot at 620-723-2156.

A Farmers Market will be established in late May or June, whenever produce is ready for sale.

ALUMNI BANQUET
The Greensburg Alumni Banquet will be held on May 24th at 6 p.m. at the Greensburg School Gymnasium. Tickets for the banquet are $12.50 and can be purchased at the Greensburg State Bank. Deadline for registration is May 16th.

CARRIAGE HOUSE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Carriage House is now accepting applications for all positions. Contact Steve at 620-546-4576 or Judy at 620-770-2774 to inquire about the positions or to pick up an application.

LIONS CLUB PA SYSTEM
The Greensburg Lyons Club has purchased a portable PA system to be used for Ground Breaking ceremonies and other public events. To reserve the system, please contact Steve Kirk at Centera Bank, 620-723-3356, or Steve Dawson at 620-546-4576.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square
· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT
· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.
· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.
· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.
· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO
· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.
· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information.
· Salvation Army is located in the Barclay College Library. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.
· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.
· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call the Greensburg Office at 620-723-1088, Project cell phone at 785-313-6123 or toll free at 866.327.6578 or e-mail kare1@att.net with questions. They will be in five communities until June 2, 2008. Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) KARE 1 Program offers a range of crisis support services: support groups, educational presentations, and individual counseling.
· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.
· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422.
· Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.
· Wichita Area Builders Association is working through the Salvation Army to locate Greensburg Families rebuilding within the city limits who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Habitat for Humanity has a Greensburg office located in FEMA trailer B, located SW of the courthouse square. Appointments are available on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Marci Hawks at 316-269-0755 or 316-619-2227.

SAFETY:
· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.
· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.
· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.
· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.
· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

CHURCH SERVICES
· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.
· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns
· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.
· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.
· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.
· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.
· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the Greensburg Family Practice temporary facility each Sunday at 10 a.m.
· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.
· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

CSP SIGN-UP
Landowners and operators in the Coon-Pickerel Watershed that covers parts of 10 counties (Barton, Edwards, Ford, Gray, Hodgeman, Kiowa, Pawnee, Rice, Rush, and Stafford) in south-central Kansas can take part in the 2008 Conservation Security Program (CSP) sign-up April 18 through May 16 at local Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) offices. The NRCS is an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The sign-up was announced March 19 by USDA Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer.
"Public meetings will be held in the in the Coon-Pickerel
Watershed before the sign-up period begins," said Jamie Holopirek, District Conservationist, at Greensburg. "Producers at their convenience are free to attend any informational meeting within the watershed."
· April 14, Monday - 7 p.m. J A Haas Exhibit Building, 400 E 18th, Larned, KS
· April 15, Tuesday - 7 p.m. Kinsley City Hall, 721 Marsh, Kinsley, KS
· April 16, Wednesday - 7 p.m. Blue Hereford Restaurant, 807 Main Street, Ford, KS
· April 17, Thursday - 7 p.m. Front Door, 1615 10th Street, Great Bend, KS
"Since the 2008 Conservation Security Program: Self-Assessment Workbook needs to be completed to apply, I encourage producers to learn about the program early," said Jamie Holopirek.
Check with the Greensburg NRCS field office or conservation district staff in the Coon-Pickerel Watershed to learn more about signing up for the CSP. The office is located at 122 East Illinois Ave, Greensburg, KS or call (620)723-2146.

Kiowa County / Greensburg 4-3-08 to 4-6-08

KIOWA COUNTY/GREENSBURG
Public Information Update
Thursday, April 3, 2008 – Sunday, April 6, 2008

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SURVEY
BNIM would like input from Greensburg through an economic development survey. The survey can be downloaded at www.greensburgks.org or stop by City Hall to pick up a hard copy. Please return completed surveys to shardy@bnim.com or drop them off at City Hall by Monday, April 7th.

POT LUCK DINNER
The monthly Pot Luck Dinner will be held Friday, April 11 at Coffee House, in the shed behind the Iroquois Center at 610 East Grant in Greensburg. Bring a covered dish and enjoy visiting with your friends and neighbors. ICHD will furnish tea, coffee and utensils.

5.4.7 ARTS CENTER
Come Celebrate! Greensburg's new 5.4.7 Arts Center is currently under construction at 204 West Wisconsin (north of the Big Well) by Studio 804 of KU, Lawrence. The students plan to complete the facility by the May 4 anniversary of the tornado.

To celebrate the building's arrival, the public is invited to attend a street picnic supper on Thursday, April 3, from 5:00-7:00 P.M. at the Center to both meet the KU students and see firsthand the amazing amount of progress being made to benefit our community!

The meal is by donation only with all proceeds going toward the building fund and children's summer programs.

CARRIAGE HOUSE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Carriage House is now accepting applications for all positions. Contact Steve at 620-546-4576 or Judy at 620-770-2774 to inquire about the positions or to pick up an application.

TREES FROM UDALL – PHASE II
Udall has teamed up with Westar Energy, the Kansas Forest Service and K-State Research and Extension for the 2nd phase of trees for Greensburg homeowners.

The trees will be provided in phases as residents are ready to move back into their homes. The second phase will be 75 to 100 trees for homeowners ready to move into or living in their homes. The trees will arrive on April 12th to be planted. You will be allowed to choose your preference of a large shade tree or a small to medium ornamental. Please contact Carmen Stauth at 620-723-2156 to register your name and selected a tree category.

LIONS CLUB PA SYSTEM
The Greensburg Lyons Club has purchased a portable PA system to be used for Ground Breaking ceremonies and other public events. To reserve the system, please contact Steve Kirk at Centera Bank, 620-723-3356, or Steve Dawson at 620-546-4576.

TRACTOR SAFETY TRAINING
Youth ages 13 to 15 can sign up now for one of two tractor safety training that will be held in April. The Dodge City training is a one-day training that will be held on April 19th. The Pratt training is a 2-day all inclusive training that will be held on April 26-27th. Contact the Extension Office at 620-723-2156 to sign up for either training.

KIOWA COUNTY GOVERNMENT
· County Offices are located on the square. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· Court Services and County Attorney are located in the beige trailers located to the north of the courthouse. Hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
· County Commission meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Mondays and the last working day of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer located directly west of the courthouse square
· South Landfill hours are Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The landfill is now charging $3.50 per cubic yard for debris.

GREENSBURG CITY GOVERNMENT
· City Hall Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday - Friday.
· City Hall Phone Number is 620-723-2751. Please call if you have questions. City website is www.greensburgks.org check out the website for city services, photos, news and the latest information.
· City Council meetings are held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month. Council work sessions will be held on the Wednesday prior to Council meetings. The meetings and work sessions will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will be held in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Planning Commission meetings are held Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the Kiowa County Meeting trailer, located directly west of the courthouse square.
· Greensburg Trash Routes are running. North/South streets are picked up on Mondays and East/West streets are picked up on Fridays.
· Moving out of Keller Estates? Notify city hall so utilities can be shut off. Without notification, the City will continue to bill for water.
· Big Well Gift Shop hours are Tuesday-Friday 11-4, Saturday 10-4, Sunday 1-4. The phone number for the gift shop is 620-723-4102.

DISASTER ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
· USDA Rural Development – Greensburg office is located in the FEMA trailer E, located just southwest of the courthouse square. Office hours are 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday – Friday, night appointments upon request. Please call 785-628-3081 ext. 4 or 1-800-338-5546 for more information.
· Salvation Army is located in the Barclay College Library. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Contact U.S. Representative Jerry Moran for assistance with the federal government at 620-665-6138.
· Kansas Housing Resources Corporation is offering several housing reconstruction assistance programs. Call 785-296-5865 or log on to www.kshousingcorp.org.
· Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) is a grant funded outreach project serving the counties of Kiowa, Edwards, Comanche, Pratt and Stafford. Call the Greensburg Office at 620-723-1088, Project cell phone at 785-313-6123 or toll free at 866.327.6578 or e-mail kare1@att.net with questions. They will be in five communities until June 2, 2008. Kansas Assisting Recovery Efforts (KARE) KARE 1 Program offers a range of crisis support services: support groups, educational presentations, and individual counseling.
· South Central Kansas Tornado Recovery Organization is providing repair and rebuilding assistance, volunteer labor, donated goods and spiritual and psychological referrals for individuals and families. For more information, call 620-862-5882 or stop by at 201 N. Main St., Haviland.
· United Methodist Recovery Center is located at 322 N. Main in Haviland. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Come sign-up for volunteer assistance with clean-up and repair or reconstruction. For more information, call 620-862-5422.
· Hudson Oil Company, H.B. Hudson, founder will provide every family rebuilding or remodeling within the city limits of Greensburg $700. See Tom Corns at the Greensburg State Bank to pick up the application.
· Wichita Area Builders Association is working through the Salvation Army to locate Greensburg Families rebuilding within the city limits who have a contract with a building contractor to build their home, which will come to no more than $120,000 and who would not qualify for a loan without the $5000 available through WABA. If you or someone you know falls within these guidelines please contact Deb Folkerts at 620-388-4684.
· Habitat for Humanity has a Greensburg office located in FEMA trailer B, located SW of the courthouse square. Appointments are available on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Marci Hawks at 316-269-0755 or 316-619-2227.

SAFETY:
· Curfew Hours remain in effect. For youth under 16 years of age, 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. For youth 16 – 18 years of age, 12 a.m. to 5 a.m.
· Treat ALL power lines as if they are live. Call 911 if you observe an arcing power line.
· Respiratory protection is recommended for all workers. Dust masks and safety glasses are available at the Health Department on the square.
· Burning is prohibited in the Greensburg city limits. In rural areas, follow county ordinances. Burning is strongly discouraged in high winds.
· Protect yourself with gloves, hard-soled shoes or boots. If you have a cut or scratch that does not heal normally, seek necessary medical attention.

CHURCH SERVICES
· Lighthouse Worship Center is meeting in their temporary facility located at 804 W. Wisconsin. Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship and Children’s Church starts at 10:45 a.m.
· First United Methodist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 600 W. Lincoln. Worship at 9:30 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m. Contact Pastor Mayhew at 620-723-3338 with questions or concerns
· Catholic Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at 215 W. Morton at 10:45 a.m.
· First Baptist Church is meeting in their temporary facility located at Kyle’s farm ½ mile east, ½ mile north and ¼ mile east of Greensburg. Church begins at 10:50 a.m.
· Peace Lutheran Church is meeting in their temporary trailer at 321 S. Walnut at 11 a.m. For more information, call Pastor Merlyn Lohkre, 620-298-2762.
· First Christian Church is meeting at the SCKTRO Village at 10:30 a.m.
· Faith Tabernacle is meeting at the Greensburg Family Practice temporary facility each Sunday at 10 a.m.
· Greensburg Mennonite Church is meeting at the Mullinville High School Auditorium at 10 a.m.
· Bible Baptist Church is meeting at 605 S. Elm Dr. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and Church begins at 11 a.m. For more information, Wesley Carlton at 620-723-2834.

CSP SIGN-UP
Landowners and operators in the Coon-Pickerel Watershed that covers parts of 10 counties (Barton, Edwards, Ford, Gray, Hodgeman, Kiowa, Pawnee, Rice, Rush, and Stafford) in south-central Kansas can take part in the 2008 Conservation Security Program (CSP) sign-up April 18 through May 16 at local Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) offices. The NRCS is an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The sign-up was announced March 19 by USDA Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer.
"Public meetings will be held in the in the Coon-Pickerel
Watershed before the sign-up period begins," said Jamie Holopirek, District Conservationist, at Greensburg. "Producers at their convenience are free to attend any informational meeting within the watershed."
· April 14, Monday - 7 p.m. J A Haas Exhibit Building, 400 E 18th, Larned, KS
· April 15, Tuesday - 7 p.m. Kinsley City Hall, 721 Marsh, Kinsley, KS
· April 16, Wednesday - 7 p.m. Blue Hereford Restaurant, 807 Main Street, Ford, KS
· April 17, Thursday - 7 p.m. Front Door, 1615 10th Street, Great Bend, KS
"Since the 2008 Conservation Security Program: Self-Assessment Workbook needs to be completed to apply, I encourage producers to learn about the program early," said Jamie Holopirek.
Check with the Greensburg NRCS field office or conservation district staff in the Coon-Pickerel Watershed to learn more about signing up for the CSP. The office is located at 122 East Illinois Ave, Greensburg, KS or call (620)723-2146.

CONTRACTOR/RECONSTRUCTION INFO
· All contractors must register at City Hall between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. weekdays. Contract work is prohibited without registration and/or license. Contractors are responsible for hauling jobsite debris and must plug any sewer lines.
· Building permit applications are available at the Building and Codes office on the square. Hours are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – Friday. Call 620-723-4109 for information about required documentation and information.