CITY OF ENID, OKLAHOMA
Thoughts from Jerald Gilbert, City Manager As we enjoy the festivities of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday, let’s also remember the original purpose and meaning of the occasion. Visiting our local Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall located at Enid's Woodring Regional Airport is one way to remember and commemorate the lives of 58,307 men and women who lost their lives in military service in Vietnam. This 80% replica of the Washington, D.C. Memorial Wall was dedicated on Veterans Day, 2013 and declared as Oklahoma's Official Vietnam War Memorial by Governor Mary Fallin. The wall memorial is about remembering; Memorial Day is a day of remembrance. During the holiday, take time to honor those who serve and have served, especially those who gave the ultimate sacrifice of their lives.
–Jerald Gilbert
RECENT SUCCESSES Holocaust Survivor Marion Blumenthal Lazan visited area schools and Vance Air Force Base in the city of Enid and also the Enid Television Network to share her story of sorrow and triumph. Steve Kime presents proclamation on behalf of Mayor Bill Shewey declaring Monday, April 11, 2016, “Marion Blumenthal Lazan Day” in Enid.
Vietnam Helicopter Pilot Bob Ford visited the Enid Television Network to share his story about the Vietnam War. He wrote the book, “Black Cat 2-1.” Bob Ford serves as Executive Vice President, Shawnee Milling Company and Manager of Okeene Milling.
Members of the City of Enid coalition visit Congressional leaders April 11-14 in Washington D.C. Pictured from left to right: Dr. Floyd of Enid Public Schools, John Little, Representative Steve Russell, Cory Moore of SNB, Jon Blankenship and Enid City Manager Jerald Gilbert.
Meadowlake Golf Course completed its aerification process. Time to Tee it Up! Book a tee time at: http://www.meadowlakecourse.com.
THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW Park Slide and Dog Park Ribbon Cutting SAVE THE DATE: Friday, May 13, 2016
The State of the City Address Luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 11:30 a.m. at Enid Convention Hall. New KOCH Plant Manager Marc Hoss will provide update on plant expansion. Special musical guest is Bobbi Castor. SAVE THE DATE: May 22, 2016 The Beach Boys come to the Enid Event Center
SAVE THE DATE: June 4, 2016
Vince Gill comes to the Enid Event Center
Memorial Day – A Day of Remembrance!!! Memorial Day, an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May, honors men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades. (Source: History.com)
UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS May 4th May 5th May 5th May 5th May 10th May 10th May 10th May 11th May 12th May 16th May 17th May 17th
5:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.
*Mayor & Board of Commissioners (Budget Meeting) *Historic Preservation Commission Meeting *Mayor & Board of Commissioners Study Session *Mayor & Board of Commissioners Meeting (Budget Meeting) *Tree Board Regular Meeting *Park Board Regular Meeting *Board of Adjustment Meeting *Mayor & Board of Commissioners (Budget Meeting) *Mayor & Board of Commissioners (Budget Meeting) *Metropolitan Area Planning Commission Meeting *Mayor & Board of Commissioners Study Session *Mayor & Board of Commissioners Meeting (Budget Approval)
*Meetings held at the City Administration Building, 401 West Owen K. Garriott Rd. Go to Enid.org to view all events.
ENID TELEVISION NETWORK On Channel 11 & 111 HD Senior Life Network ETN Community Spotlight - RSVP Reality Cooking Local Area Church Services ETN Community Spotlight – Our Daily Bread On Channel 12 & 112 HD City Connections – Governor Mary Fallin City Commission Meetings and Study Sessions Good Morning Enid LIVE – Thursdays 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Metropolitan Area Planning Commission (MAPC) Meetings City Connections – Governor George Nigh
EnidTV.org
NUMBERS TO NOTE Animal Control City Clerk City Transit Code Complaints -Inspections -Permits Court Clerks
249-4910 234-0400 ext. 1815 233-7433 616-7221 616-7213 616-7213 234-0400 ext. 1805
Fire Department Parks Department Police Department Solid Waste Street Department Water Department Water Leak
234-0541 234-0400 ext. 1900 242-7000 616-7300 616-7326 234-0400 ext. 1801 616-7353
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