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Showing posts with label community. Show all posts
Apr 19, 2011
Warm Weather Code Violations
Use the Mayor Action Line (MAC) http://www.cityoftulsa.org/reporting/reporting-problems.aspx or call 596-2100 to report these warm weather code violations: · tall grass (over 12 inches), overgrown bushes, branches in the yard/curb · trash, junk or debris in the yard/curb (toys, household furniture, appliances, garbage) · stagnant swimming pool · broken windows or open doors when the remainder of the structure (house, building) is in good order · structure in need of repair - walls/roof caving in, tarp on roof · swimming pool not secured - free access · broken windows or open doors with other structural problems present
Sep 15, 2010
Are You A Good Neighbor?
Excerpts from an article from: http://www.changeofaddress.org/
We all have neighbors that we could really do without, right?
You know the people that I am talking about…
It might however surprise you that to someone else YOU are one of those people that they just can’t stand to have as a neighbor.
So, you might be wondering how you know if you are one such person. Funny you should ask as I find myself in the same predicament. So, after a bit of soul searching and digging in my memory I came up with the following 50 signs that you are a bad neighbor:
Kids – Who doesn’t love the sound of kids playing and having a good time in the neighborhood? Well you might be surprised… In general it’s not a problem but watch out if you allow one of the following:
You let your kids TP or “egg” other houses in the neighborhood (yes, even if it is one of their “friends”).
You let your kids run wild outside with no apparent adult supervision.
You buy your kids three wheelers, go carts, mini bikes, and other loud and annoying toys and then let them go wherever they please as long as they stay close to home.
You let your kids buy fireworks and allow every Saturday night to be the 4th of July.
You let your kids have lots of parties (even if it’s not on a school night).
If you buy your child all the best toys and then they run around the neighborhood bragging to other kids (usually resulting in those kids pestering their parents for the same type of gifts).
If you let your kids play basketball in the driveway late at night or early in the morning (especially on the weekends).
If your kids leave toys in the neighbors yard all the time….
Yard – Everyone understands that working in the yard is not a lot of fun, but it is important to the overall look of the neighborhood. You could find yourself in trouble with the neighbors if you do one of the following:
You are always late mowing your yard so the grass is always long and always results in you needing to rake.
You always mow your lawn late at night or early in the morning (… that also goes for trimming).
In the Fall if you never rake your leaves because they will naturally decompose.
If you don’t take care of dead grass or yellowing grass in your yard.
If you let your bushes and trees die and never remove or replace them.
If you park 10 cars in your backyard and run a private car dealership or junkyard (whichever you prefer to call it).
If you let your yard get over-run by weeds (yes dandelions included they aren’t pretty yellow flowers).
If you always water your yard (even after weeks of rain).
House – Just like with your yard there are basic expectations that need to be met with your home as well to keep you in good standing with the neighbors.
You could have issues if you…
NEVER, ever wash your windows and it’s clear that they are covered in dirt and other grime.
If you don’t keep your house paint looking decent (if it is chipping, repaint).
If you never wash your house or if you don’t know what power washing your house is… you might have a problem.
If you leave your Christmas lights on your house all year long, people will NOT admire your holiday spirit.
If you like to talk to neighbors about how much bigger/better your house is than their house (give us a break, we know you are awesome).
If your home alarm system goes off ALL THE TIME, you will eventually annoy your neighbors and they won’t come check on you.
Random – There are some other things that can make you a less-than-desirable neighbor that you may or may not appreciate knowing like:
If you park an RV, boat, and five cars in a driveway that is meant for a max of 3 cars.
If you ALWAYS park in the street right behind your neighbor’s driveway.
If you have tons of parties at your house and all your friends park in the street blocking the neighborhood.
If you have LOUD, I mean LOUD parties (even if they are rare).
If you argue a lot with your spouse or yell at your children a lot it tends to make you less popular with the neighbors.
If you like to pull pranks or practical jokes a lot on neighbors it could get old (flaming dog poo, etc.).
If you burn leaves and or other things in your yard (who does that still, seriously…)
If you have a yard sale or garage sale every week (that’s considered a retail shop at that point)
HONORABLE MENTION – PEEPING IN NEIGHBOR’S WINDOWS IS NOT A PART OF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH DUTIES!
We all have neighbors that we could really do without, right?
You know the people that I am talking about…
It might however surprise you that to someone else YOU are one of those people that they just can’t stand to have as a neighbor.
So, you might be wondering how you know if you are one such person. Funny you should ask as I find myself in the same predicament. So, after a bit of soul searching and digging in my memory I came up with the following 50 signs that you are a bad neighbor:
Pets – Nobody has an issue with you having a cat or dog, usually if something comes up it is more how you are taking care of the pet or not that becomes an issue like:
You let your dog out of the house late at night or early in the morning and they bark a lot (and loudly).
You let your dog out and don’t quickly let them back in so they scratch and scratch at your door (while barking loudly).
You let your dog go to the bathroom in your yard and don’t clean up (so your yard is a mine field).
You walk your pet but don’t keep them on a leash.
You let your dog or cat roam the neighborhood (because “everyone loves them”).
Your dog has a problem with biting yet you tie them up outside your home for extended time periods.
You let your dog dig holes in your yard making it less than attractive which reflects on the neighborhood.
Your dog is outside so much the grass is worn down from their chain dragging back and forth as they run and bark at people passing by.
You don’t clean up after your dog when they go to the bathroom in your neighbor’s yard.
You let your cat or dog fight with other pets in the neighborhood.
Kids – Who doesn’t love the sound of kids playing and having a good time in the neighborhood? Well you might be surprised… In general it’s not a problem but watch out if you allow one of the following:
You let your kids TP or “egg” other houses in the neighborhood (yes, even if it is one of their “friends”).
You let your kids run wild outside with no apparent adult supervision.
You buy your kids three wheelers, go carts, mini bikes, and other loud and annoying toys and then let them go wherever they please as long as they stay close to home.
You let your kids buy fireworks and allow every Saturday night to be the 4th of July.
You let your kids have lots of parties (even if it’s not on a school night).
If you buy your child all the best toys and then they run around the neighborhood bragging to other kids (usually resulting in those kids pestering their parents for the same type of gifts).
If you let your kids play basketball in the driveway late at night or early in the morning (especially on the weekends).
If your kids leave toys in the neighbors yard all the time….
Yard – Everyone understands that working in the yard is not a lot of fun, but it is important to the overall look of the neighborhood. You could find yourself in trouble with the neighbors if you do one of the following:
You are always late mowing your yard so the grass is always long and always results in you needing to rake.
You always mow your lawn late at night or early in the morning (… that also goes for trimming).
In the Fall if you never rake your leaves because they will naturally decompose.
If you don’t take care of dead grass or yellowing grass in your yard.
If you let your bushes and trees die and never remove or replace them.
If you park 10 cars in your backyard and run a private car dealership or junkyard (whichever you prefer to call it).
If you let your yard get over-run by weeds (yes dandelions included they aren’t pretty yellow flowers).
If you always water your yard (even after weeks of rain).
House – Just like with your yard there are basic expectations that need to be met with your home as well to keep you in good standing with the neighbors.
You could have issues if you…
NEVER, ever wash your windows and it’s clear that they are covered in dirt and other grime.
If you don’t keep your house paint looking decent (if it is chipping, repaint).
If you never wash your house or if you don’t know what power washing your house is… you might have a problem.
If you leave your Christmas lights on your house all year long, people will NOT admire your holiday spirit.
If you like to talk to neighbors about how much bigger/better your house is than their house (give us a break, we know you are awesome).
If your home alarm system goes off ALL THE TIME, you will eventually annoy your neighbors and they won’t come check on you.
Random – There are some other things that can make you a less-than-desirable neighbor that you may or may not appreciate knowing like:
If you park an RV, boat, and five cars in a driveway that is meant for a max of 3 cars.
If you ALWAYS park in the street right behind your neighbor’s driveway.
If you have tons of parties at your house and all your friends park in the street blocking the neighborhood.
If you have LOUD, I mean LOUD parties (even if they are rare).
If you argue a lot with your spouse or yell at your children a lot it tends to make you less popular with the neighbors.
If you like to pull pranks or practical jokes a lot on neighbors it could get old (flaming dog poo, etc.).
If you burn leaves and or other things in your yard (who does that still, seriously…)
If you have a yard sale or garage sale every week (that’s considered a retail shop at that point)
HONORABLE MENTION – PEEPING IN NEIGHBOR’S WINDOWS IS NOT A PART OF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH DUTIES!
Jun 9, 2010
Gardening for Hope
Community Garden Meeting
Date:Thursday, June 10, 2010
Time:6:00pm - 10:00pm
Location:Community of Hope Church
Street:2545 South Yale
Description
Lortondale has been working with the Hoover Neighborhood and Community of Hope church to put together a Community Garden located behind Community of Hope's main building.
The garden will be a 100% organic run operation, no pesticides, chemicals etc.
The garden will be part of the Community Food Project.
Please plan on attending an open meeting for all those interested next Thursday, June 10th at 6:00 at the Community of Hope Church, 2545 South Yale.
This community garden is not limited to Hoover, Lortondale and members of the Community of Hope church only!
All are welcome!
Apr 20, 2010
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
In a news conference last week, First Lady Victoria Bartlett, joined by Jim Bender, Parent Child Center Board President and Desiree Doherty, Executive Director of The Parent Child Center of Tulsa, declared April as National Child Abuse Prevention Month in Tulsa.
"April is devoted to celebrating everything we can do to transform our community into a place that cares about and actively supports families and children. I appreciate and acknowledge the dedicated efforts of The Parent Child Center of Tulsa at preventing child abuse through education, treatment and advocacy. A safe and economically strong community starts with childhood and grows from there," said Victoria Bartlett.
According to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, an estimated 108,289 children were alleged to be victims of child abuse in 2009, with 8,605 children confirmed. Dr. Robert Block, chairman of the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine department of Pediatrics estimates the annual cost of child abuse and neglect to Oklahoma is more than $270 million. Each year, nearly 1,000 Tulsa County children are treated on an outpatient basis for child abuse and neglect. An additional 200 children are hospitalized.
Desiree Doherty, Executive Director of The Parent Child Center of Tulsa said, "Every day I see the results of failing to stop child abuse. Children suffer physically and emotionally, families are torn apart, and society as a whole is degraded. That is why our agency's mission is to help educate the community on the value of preventing child abuse. Here in Tulsa our children make up 25 percent of our population but they are 100 percent part of our future. Let us commit ourselves to protecting and nurturing the children we love, and caring about our community's children who are at risk."
Bank of Oklahoma sponsored last week's news conference. At the conclusion of the event attendees tied blue ribbons on a tree set up in the Bank of Oklahoma Tower lobby as a community pledge to honor and cherish the children in their lives during National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
"April is devoted to celebrating everything we can do to transform our community into a place that cares about and actively supports families and children. I appreciate and acknowledge the dedicated efforts of The Parent Child Center of Tulsa at preventing child abuse through education, treatment and advocacy. A safe and economically strong community starts with childhood and grows from there," said Victoria Bartlett.
According to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services, an estimated 108,289 children were alleged to be victims of child abuse in 2009, with 8,605 children confirmed. Dr. Robert Block, chairman of the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine department of Pediatrics estimates the annual cost of child abuse and neglect to Oklahoma is more than $270 million. Each year, nearly 1,000 Tulsa County children are treated on an outpatient basis for child abuse and neglect. An additional 200 children are hospitalized.
Desiree Doherty, Executive Director of The Parent Child Center of Tulsa said, "Every day I see the results of failing to stop child abuse. Children suffer physically and emotionally, families are torn apart, and society as a whole is degraded. That is why our agency's mission is to help educate the community on the value of preventing child abuse. Here in Tulsa our children make up 25 percent of our population but they are 100 percent part of our future. Let us commit ourselves to protecting and nurturing the children we love, and caring about our community's children who are at risk."
Bank of Oklahoma sponsored last week's news conference. At the conclusion of the event attendees tied blue ribbons on a tree set up in the Bank of Oklahoma Tower lobby as a community pledge to honor and cherish the children in their lives during National Child Abuse Prevention Month.
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