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Stepping up to the plate

For cancellations and closings See Page 6.

ISOLATION IDEAS

How providence and compassion turned restaurant convention floor into relief HQ

What are you doing during your coronavirus vacation?

By Cyndy Hoenig Special to OKC FRIDAY

Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series about how 25 years later, hospitality volunteers’ service in aftermath of bombing still shines bright.

By Gordon Walker Oklahoma Restaurateur On the surface it sounds almost a little callous to state that Oklahoma’s brightest moments came in April of 1995. For it was April 19 of that year that hatched Oklahoma’s darkest day.

But for those who were up close and personal in lending support to the courageous first responders at the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building Bombing, there is no denying how magnificent was the response of Oklahomans to the tragedy that killed 168 people (including 19 children), injured more than 500 others, and left traumatic scars on the lifetimes of an entire state.

On April 18, 1995, the opening day of the

— Photo By Marshall Hawkins, Oklahoma Restaurateur

Pictured at the Oklahoma City National Memorial, Ned Shadid reflects on the lives lost in the 1995 Alred P. Murrah Federal Building Bombing.

57th annual Oklahoma Restaurant Association Midsouthwest Foodservice Convention & Exposition went off without a hitch. The event, held at the Myriad Convention Center in Oklahoma City, was See ORA, Page 5

I’m writing this from coronavirus self-quarantine, working from home after an infectious disease that is increasingly dominating the headlines has forced the entire nation to do so. So far, the experience has been both immeasurably stressful and exceedingly boring, with a hint of confusion and scared to death about the road ahead.

Sports teams are not playing, flights aren’t flying, no March Madness, cruise ships are not sailing, churches aren’t gathering, and, while consumers

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are ordering food from restaurants, they aren’t eating in them, preferring instead to have them delivered, with as little human contact as possible.

One might wonder, in a country that seems to be losing Mickey Mouse (Disney World and Disneyland have both gone into quarantine), March Madness and the discounted all-you-can-eat buffets in our casinos all in the same week, See VIRUS, Page 5

The Village postpones election

NHills adopts COVID ordinance

By Ashley Haley Staff Writer

By Ashley Haley Staff Writer

The City of The Village Ward 5 election originally scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, has now been postponed in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.

The Oklahoma State Election Board recently declared an election emergency for local elections being held in 74 counties, which includes The Village Ward 5 election between councilman Sonny Wilkinson and Dustin Struthers.

In a special meeting last week, The Village Mayor Cathy Cummings approved an agenda item calling for the election to be rescheduled for Tuesday, June 30, the next available election date and the date of the State Primary Election, according to the Oklahoma State Election Board.

“We are in uncharted waters here, so I am hopeful we have found a sensible solution that is consistent with the spirit of the See VILLAGE, Page 2

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The Nichols Hills City Council adopted an ordinance at a special meeting amending the city code and enacting regulations to control the spread of the coronavirus.

The ordinance adds a new division to the Nichols Hills City Code titled “COVID-19

Virus Control Regulations,” which details specific regulations city officials, businesses and residents must follow to limit the spread of disease.

COVID-19 Virus Control Regulations state that bars and similar venues without on-premises food service shall be closed to the public, although the presence of person-

nel required for the maintenance of the facility is not prohibited.

Bars and similar venues with onpremises food can only provide take-out or delivery services, as well as sell pre-packaged alcohol.

“Such locations are otherwise closed to the See NHILLS, Page 2

Oklahoma City okays historic $5.5 million relief program

By Rose Lane Editor The city of Oklahoma City has approved an historic $5.5 million relief package for small businesses.

The Alliance for Economic Development of Oklahoma City and the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber built the framework of the proposal, called the Small Business Continuity Program.

It’s based on research of what other communities are doing

nationally and globally to save their local small businesses as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, spokesman Kristy Yager said.

It’s the first emergency aid package directly from the City government to local businesses in modern Oklahoma City history.

“Even as we work 24/7 to limit the spread of COVID-19, we should also work to address See OKC, Page 2

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OKC From Page 1 the secondary effects of those actions,” said Mayor David Holt. “We’ll all likely experience economic loss from this, but some will experience far more than others.”

“Some will bear more of the load simply because their chosen profession became – overnight, through no fault of theirs – a threat to public health. Their economic sacrifice is literally saving our lives and they deserve more than our thanks.”

The program is to be funded by $5.5 million from general obligation bonds included in the Economic and Community Development component of the Better Streets, Safer City program, Yager said.

Qualifying businesses need to demonstrate a loss of at least half their business (year-over-year since March 16), and that they receive most of their revenue from in-store sales. Priority is given to businesses operating in Oklahoma City for at least a

year. The goal is for at least 25% of the funding to go to businesses in low- to moderate-income census tracts.

Following are key components of the program: • Incentive Program ($1.5 million). Cash incentives, on a reimbursement basis, up to $10,000 for retained employee payroll. Qualifying businesses must have fewer than 15 full-time equivalent employees.

• Loan Program ($3 million). No interest forgivable loans — 10-year, 0 percent interest loans up to $50,000. Qualifying businesses must have fewer than 50 full-time equivalent employees. Long-term employee retention and other requirements could lead to loan forgiveness over time.

• Low Interest Loans. 10-year, 2 percent interest loans from $50,000 to $100,000. Qualifying businesses must have fewer than 50 full-time equivalent employees.

• Technical Assistance Program ($500,000). Prequalified local subject-matter experts will provide technical assistance in these areas and more — applying, processing and compliance for federal Small Business Administration (SBA) loans and other federal, state and local assistance programs, online business platform and e-commerce channel development, best practices for remote working (maintaining employee productivity, etc.) and legal best practices (extended worker leave, etc.).

A committee would review and approve applications.

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VILLAGE From Page 1 law and avoids bureaucratic overreach by state election officials,” said Paul Ziriax, Oklahoma State Election Board secretary. “As Oklahoma’s chief election official, I strongly urge school districts, municipalities, technology districts and counties with April 7 elections to take immediate action to reschedule and help efforts to flatten the COVID-19 curve.”

For the June 30 election, the last day to register to vote is Friday, June 5, according to the election board. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is

NHILLS From Page 1 public and persons, other than employees, are restricted from such places for any other purpose,” the ordinance read.

Athletic gyms, exercise facilities, similar recreational facilities, movie theaters, tattoo parlors and piercing facilities are also closed to the public under the ordinance. Non-medical personal care facilities where services cannot be provided while maintaining six feet distance including hair and nail salons, barber shops, cosmetology facilities, spas and massage facilities are to be closed as well.

Under the ordinance, events and organized gatherings of 10 or more people on public or private property are prohibited. The provision excludes people in government office buildings, food banks, medical facilities, childcare facilities, media press conferences, funerals, blood drives and other disaster response activities.

These regulations are deemed effective until terminated by law or by future action of the Nichols Hills City Council.

Wednesday, June 24 at 5 p.m.

Early voting will also be available June 25 and 26 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and June 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Village residents will vote for a councilman to represent Ward 5 for a two-year term.

In addition to postponing the election, The Village has also ordered that businesses in the city without on-premises food close through Sunday, April 12.

All businesses with on-premises food may only serve take-out, delivery food or pre-packaged alcohol through April 12 as well. Those businesses must also only remain open to employees.

Park and playground equipment have been closed off, but

parks remain open in the city.

“Be careful to keep your distance from others,” Cummings said. “We will get through this.”

Mayor Cummings issued a shelter-in-place proclamation effective March 30 through April 30 for all except essential businesses defined by Gov. Kevin Stitt’s March 24 Executive Order.

“Persons may leave their residences for essential activities as defined herein or to operate essential businesses,” the proclamation read.

According to The Village City Code, any business owner keeping a non-essential business open in violation of the proclamation could be subject to a $200 fine.

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Putnam City North senior Deja West completed a week of service as a page for the State Senate, Sen. Stephanie Bice, R-Oklahoma City, announced. West is involved in the Black Student Association, drama team, step team and debate team. After high school, she will attend Texas Southern University to pursue a degree in political science. West is the daughter of Pentrina West.

Students

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Our students named Merit Scholar Finalists

Heritage Hall announced its six National Merit Finalists – Saif Salim, Abi Siatkowski, David Turner, Sukanya Bhattacharya, Nate Branscum and Hayden Schraad. These six scholars will now be among those considered for National Merit Scholarships to be offered in 2020.

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All three Casady School seniors who were named National Merit semifinalists in September have advanced to become National Merit finalists. Those students are Preston Piercey, Malavika Rajaram, and Lukas Schneider. The National Merit Scholarship Program "honors individual students who show exceptional academic ability and potential for success in rigorous college studies." As finalists they will be considered for National Merit Scholarships.

Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School seniors Dane Farris and Alexandra Haworth were selected as National Merit Scholarship Finalists.

The National Merit Scholarship Program began in 1955 as an academic competition for recognition and scholar-

ships. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit

Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/ NMSQT — a test which serves as an initial screen of approximately 1.6 million juniors in 22,000 schools — and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements. This year, nationally, 15,000 students achieved finalist status based on results from the 2019 test.

The finalists have an opportunity to continue even further in the competition, which awards 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth about $32 million that will be offered later this spring. All winners of Merit Scholarship awards, who will be known as Merit Scholars, are chosen based on their abilities, skills and accomplishments — without regard to gender, race, ethnic origin or religious preference.

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VIRUS From Page 1 what’s next? At this point, it might be reasonable to determine that fun is on hold in America – and that we as a people have resigned ourselves to depression or boredom.

Americans are brave people. Strong people. People who have the will to think outside of the box when they can’t go out. And so, across my neighborhood, friends, family and social media connections, I asked a simple question: “What are you doing on your coronavirus vacation?”

And we got plenty of answers and insights – the first of which is that we are not going to be bored at the end of this, but we may all be fat. While we’ve seen some actual data to support this in the form of increased food sales, the anecdotal information confirms that when things get tough, people eat their feelings.

And no one’s feelings seem to taste like vegetables.

Among the better answers we received was buying and eating Girl Scout cookies, as a surprising number of people we heard from were willing to brave human contact at the grocery store to stop and see the intrepid Brownies selling amid the outbreak. As for cookie preference, Tagalongs and Samoas topped the list.

And those who won’t be snacking through this workfrom-home period do seem to be making purchases to support hobbies. Popular responses included coloring books, exercise equipment, gardening supplies and artsand-crafts goods. And, of course, many report bingewatching reality television or movies about outbreaks and plagues.

One of the symptoms of self-isolation is extreme boredom. For most of us, selfisolation is like the whiplash you experience after an unexpected, abrupt halt after cruising at 70 miles per hour. It's jarring! But the new norm — working from home, spending more time inside — is also forcing us all to slow down. It's not all bad, being home, once you start realizing all the fulfilling and productive things to be done there. And we're in it together! So I put together this list of as many fruitful and fun activities to do at home to spread the positivity

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around.

••• Channel your inner bartender Instead of sticking to the same old drink recipes, challenge yourself with some trickier (and more exciting) cocktail recipes. Everyone will thank you — even if "everyone" actually just means you and your dog.

••• Take up needlepointing or knitting Studies show that knitting is actually a huge stress reliever. So not only will knitting a new blanket give you something to cuddle up with, but it'll also be a soothing process.

••• Work your way through a cookbook If you're someone who collects cookbooks but only ever really makes one of the recipes or you've never actually even made a recipe from them and simply use them as coffee table decor, this is the perfect opportunity to dive in. It'll make cooking (and eating) so much more enjoyable. Plan out themed dinners to spice it up even more!

••• Browse auction sites If you don't want to overspend right now but miss finding inspiration while window shopping, just do it virtually. Watch live auctions on eBay for extra excitement.

Bead jewelry Doing something detailoriented and creating something beautiful is both soothing and long-lasting!

••• Meditate Whether it's already a staple in your routine or you've been a long-time hater (me!), now is the good time to invest in finding your inner zen. Tara Martello, M.S., says, "when we're worried about our resources, we have to look within. We have our breath. This disease is affecting our lungs and our breathing. If we still have our breath right now, let's find it."

••• Organize a talent show If you're currently cooped up in a household of 2 or more, organize a little talent show. Whether it's playing the piano, spoons, or doing a little jig, a little light-hearted fun will be much appreciated. The more comedians in the house the better! Laughing. Is. Good.

••• Master new makeup looks Just because you're not

going out lately doesn't mean you can't have fun trying out some new makeup looks. Look on the bright side: You'll have plenty of time to master them before their public debut.

••• Teach your community For example, host a Zoom session in your area of expertise (like taxes if you're an accountant or yoga if you're an instructor) and spread the word on social media.

••• Learn how to cut hair If you have a willing and able roommate who you're already quarantined with!

Or practice on your cat or dog. After learning to cut someone else's hair, now focus on learning to cut your own.

••• Do yoga or pilates There are so many great at-home apps to try. You could opt for a guided class or just look up moves to replicate at your own pace.

My favorite is Glo. ••• Learn a new language If you were pro in a foreign language in high school but have since lost your magic or you're a first-timer, now is a good time to download a language app like Memrise or Duolingo and start practicing. Or, if you're not interested in learning a new language, sign up for another kind of online class.

••• And, here’s what your neighbors and friends are doing: Pam Holton “FaceTime cocktail hour with our kids in Texas, lots of walks and knitting.”

Thomas Fugitt “I’m burning the wreckage of my past – just moved my office to the lake – Love getting these files off my desk – what a new freedom!”

Stephanie Meder “I’m using the app Marco Polo to stay connected with my work team. Sending videos to my students through an app called SeeSaw to let them know I miss and love them. Using the app Zoom for conference calls with my colleagues.”

Margaret Ringwald “Enjoying the quiet of morning, keeping up with family and my bible study sisters, exercise, jigsaw puzzles and rummikub.”

••• More on what your neighbors are doing in the April 10 edition of OKC FRIDAY.

ORA From Page 1 expecting a record attendance of more than 10,000 over the course of the scheduled three-day convention. Another sign of the vibrancy of the event: all 430 exhibit spaces were sold out for the fifth consecutive year. On opening night, more than 500 ORA members and other show participants attended the “It’s A Small World Party” at Leadership Square.

Any exhibitor will tell you: it is no small task to set up for a food show. But, moving in to day two of the 1995 show, the real work of Oklahoma’s hospitality community had yet to begin. At 9:02 a.m. on Wednesday, April 19, 1995, the bomb that forever changed Oklahoma was detonated at the Murrah Building, just four blocks from the convention site.

A sunny spring morning was soon replaced with chaos. While first responders and local media rushed to the scene, ORA board officials came to a quick conclusion. The 1995 Convention was over.

The work was just getting started.

With much of downtown evacuated due to a string of subsequent bomb threats, the Myriad was designated as a safe place for stunned downtown workers displaced from their offices, vehicles, and even wallets and purses. With exhibitors already set up to serve, the Myriad was a natural place to transition from convention to refuge. It’s just that the intended targets for those bites of food had changed.

Led by 1995 ORA Convention Chairman Ned Shadid, Oklahoma’s hospitality community was soon shining its brightest. Working side by side to cook and serve, more than 25,000 box meals were served at the Myriad or delivered to other relief sites in the first 48 hours. The tireless volunteers also created a buffet line at the Myriad to offer hot meals for fire and police rescue teams as well as those temporarily stranded downtown in the aftermath of the tragedy.

Over the course of 10 days of rescue and recovery work at the bombing site, it is estimated the ORA member volunteers helped prep and serve more than 100,000 meals. To pull off such a feat, you would have to have in place someone to lead the way who is accustomed to mass production of hot food. In Shadid, the Oklahoma City relief effort had just that. Through his experience and leadership of Ned’s Catering, who better to lead in this cause than Shadid, who traded his hat as 1995 Convention Chairman for one that called on him to spearhead the phenomenal response from Oklahoma’s hospitality community. Shadid helped men and women -- who up to that point, operated as fierce competitors -- work side by side for the greater good of his wounded city.

“We were all better than we ever have been,” Shadid said from his northwest Oklahoma City office in January of this year, of the industry volunteers and their collaborative response. “They were all total studs.”

Debra Bailey, who today serves as ORA’s deputy director and chief financial officer, was on staff as director of operations in 1995. Bailey told Oklahoma Restaurateur in January 2020 that, like many who helped in the relief efforts of 25 years ago, she still has difficulty talking about many aspects of the bombing, as it is too painful to revisit. But she is not shy in saluting the work of first responders as well as the valiant efforts of Oklahoma’s hospitality family.

“There is nobody like the restaurant and hospitality industry that knows how to take care of people,” Bailey said. “We are so blessed to represent people who know what to do.”

“When things got tough, they just stepped up to work. Everybody was there, and everybody had the skill set to meet the need, and without a blink. It was natural; their instincts kicked in.”

Next week: The needs of the moment come together, in spite of the obvious absence of any time for planning or gathering materials.

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Governor Stitt issues additional updates to Executive Order Governor Kevin Stitt has issued a sixth amendment to Executive Order (EO) 2020-07, requiring travelers from six states to self-quarantine for 14 days, requiring delivery personnel to submit to screenings upon request at hospitals, clinics, long term care facilities and daycares and protecting health care workers and their families from discrimination in housing or childcare.

“Our health care workers are the true heroes in this fight against COVID-19,” said Gov. Stitt. “These protections will continue to keep them and their families safe as they work to take care of their fellow Oklahomans.”

In accordance with the latest CDC guidelines, Sixth Amended EO 2020-07 requires travelers entering Oklahoma from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut to self-quarantine at home for 14 days. This requirement also extends to anyone who has traveled from California, Louisiana or Washington.

Self-quarantine protocols include staying at home, not having visitors and practicing social distancing. Individuals who are self-quarantined and need access to groceries or medication should seek to have them delivered to their doorstep or call 211 for assistance.

Sixth Amended EO 2020-07 also requires delivery personnel to submit to screening upon request before entering any hospital, long term care facility or childcare facility. This screening would likely include a temperature check and short questionnaire about possible exposure to COVID-19.

Additionally, Sixth Amended EO 2020-07 protects health care workers and their families from discrimination related to housing or child care.

“We know how critical it is that our health care workers have access to child care so they can continue their vital life-saving work,” said Gov. Stitt. “It goes against the Oklahoma Standard to exclude families of health care workers from the services they need while they are working so hard to protect us.”

Live Streaming :

• Zoo fans can also enjoy a real-time look at the OKC Zoo’s new red panda cam online at okczoo.org/redpandacam. The Zoo’s red panda cam will stream live daily through Friday, May 1, with optimal viewing from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., weather permitting.

• Arts Council Oklahoma City’s Facebook page for Art Moves live streaming performances each weekday at noon.

• 3rd Act Theatre Company is livestreaming shows. More information CLOSINGS - CANCELLATIONS is available at 3rdacttheatreco.com and Full Circle Bookstore will ship free or on its Facebook page.

Chesapeake Events/Shows:

Michael Buble- postponed,TBA Pearl Jam – postponed,TBA Baby Shark Live! – postponed,TBA JoJo Siwa – postponed, TBA Jeff Dunham – June 12 Tool – June 17 Journey – June 19 Cody Johnson –June 26 Elton John – July 5 Impractical Jokers – July 31 Maroon 5 – Aug. 4 Backstreet Boys – Aug. 22 Cher – Sept. 18 MercyMe – Oct. 3 Jimmy Buffett – Oct. 15 Foo Fighters – Dec. 1

deliver books, call 842-2900.

Cleo Paker Robinson event Cancelled Brightmusic concert - Cancelled OKC Ballet Ball - Cancelled Tatas & Tinis OKC - Sept. 24 YWCA Casino Night - postponed Paseo First Friday Gallery Walk Chesapeake Energy Arena Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark USA Softball Hall of Fame Complex Civic Center Music Hall OKC Parks facilities South Lakes Soccer Complex North OKC Soccer Complex MAPS3 Senior Health/Wellness Centers Riversport Adventures Cox Convention Center Oklahoma City Zoo & Amphitheatre Scissortail Park Myriad Botanical Gardens Metropolitan Library System locations OKC National Memorial/Museum Oklahoma Contemporary Science Museum Oklahoma National Cowboy & Western Museum **Redbud Classic postponed until fall **Memorial Marathon is now Oct. 4 **Paseo Arts Festival is now Sept. 5-7 **(e)motion(s): A Triple Bill - Sept. 25-27 **As You Like It – moved to Sept.

More Movies and a Film Contest

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ello and welcome to another week of quarantine. I am truly grateful for all of the first responders, grocery store workers, and medical professionals battling this pandemic on the front lines.

For those who enjoyed the foray into short films last week, there is a wonderful website called Focus Forward Films that has a collection of 30 short films, all 3 minutes long, that look at fascinating people and stories from around the world. Be sure to watch Phil Cox’s Hilary’s Straws which screened at deadCenter in 2012.

AFI, the American Film Institute, just launched the AFI Movie Club for anyone wanting to revisit some of the greatest films of all time. Each day, AFI will announce a movie on their website along with fun facts and a celebrity introduction. You will need to rent or stream the film at home, then log onto www.AFI.com/moviec lub to join group chats and more. Legendary director Steven Spielberg kicked things off this week by introducing The Wizard of Oz. If you are tired of staring at the television and would rather make your own movies, the Cherokee Nation is hosting a

short film contest for films made by you on your phone at your own home. The films need to be family friendly and 5 minutes or less and uploaded

by Wednesday, April 8.

Follow Cherokee Film on social for more details.

Finally, here are two documentaries each from Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. All of these great films screened at deadCenter except for the first one about Clive Davis, which I watched and fell in love with last week.

Clive Davis: The Soundtrack of Our Lives - Fascinating look at record industry titan Clive Davis, who’s Midas touch of matching awesome musicians with great songs create several legendary performers, including Whitney Houston. NETFLIX Maya Angelou: And Still I Rise - The story of iconic writer, poet, actress and activist Maya Angelou whose life intersected some of the most significant moments in the recent history of the United States of America.

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The Hornet’s Nest University of Oklahoma visiting Professor and 6 time Emmy Award winning war journalist Mike Boettcher is the subject of this riveting Afghanistan war documentary that screened at deadCenter in 2014.

AMAZON PRIME For Sama - 2020 Oscar nominated documentary about a female Syrian filmmaker who fell in love, got married, and had a daughter all whilst filming the violence raging around her husband’s hospital in rebel-held Aleppo through five years of the Syrian uprising.

AMAZON PRIME Being Evel - Produced by Oklahoma BMX legend Mat Hoffman, this wild documentary offers an exciting look into the controversial life of America’s most famous dare devil, Evel Knievel, from his major triumphs on ABC’s “Wide World of Sports” to his violent clashes with family and friends. HULU Life, Animated - The inspirational story of Owen Suskind, an autistic young man who was unable to speak as a child until he and his family discovered a unique way to communicate by immersing themselves in the world of classic Disney animated films.

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Online concerts featuring Oklahoma musicians When Scissortail Park opened in September 2019, Oklahoma City was introduced to the area’s newest outdoor music venue with the promise of fun-filled, diverse musical performances from intimate local gatherings to large-scale concerts. Since opening, Scissortail Park has enjoyed shows from Kings of Leon, Markus James & the Wassonrai, Billy Jones, Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Jonathan Tyler, Jabee, Kyler Reid, Steelwind, and more. In recent months, along with venues around the world, Scissortail Park has stopped creating opportunities for crowds to assemble but is still committed to bringing the commu-

nity together through music.

As our region and entire country are pulling together to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Scissortail Park is taking measures to respond and to help with this effort.

As public gatherings are prohibited at this time, beginning on Friday, March 27 at 7 p.m., Scissortail Park broadcasted a series of privately recorded musical performances featuring different Oklahoma artists.

These free, weekly concerts will be streamed on the Scissortail Park Facebook page, facebook.com/Scissortailpark/, and on the Scissortail Park OKC YouTube channel.

“When public gatherings are

again allowed, Scissortail Park will be the site of a wonderful outdoor concert series featuring a wide range of music,” said Maureen Heffernan, CEO and president of Scissortail Park Foundation. “Until then, we are offering Scissortail Streams, online concerts that feature Oklahoma musicians to support local talent and to introduce more of the public to our city’s exciting new park.”

The first Scissortail Streams concert to be featured was a performance by Oklahoma singer/songwriter/producer, Jason Scott who in 2017 co-produced his own 5-song debut EP Living Rooms with fellow

Americana Okie Travis Linville. The debut video was released at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 27.

“We decided it was important to support our community of local artists and offer them an opportunity to perform,” Heffernan continued. “We have chosen to record these artists in locations around the Park instead of streaming them live to ensure the social distancing guidelines are being maintained.

We hope you enjoy our Scissortail Streams concerts. Scissortail Park’s pathways and grounds are open daily for walks and a respite during these uncertain times. Our park is here for you.”

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The building is closed, but not the church In face of coronavirus, discipleship zooms at Chapel Hill

By Chapel Hill United Methodist Staff Our lives seem to be changing, dramatically, minute by minute. It has never been more clear that the church is not a building. The building has been closed. But the church has been operating at full speed all week. So many people are helping, here are a few updates from the disciples who have charged up.

Susan Waite, the chairman of the Discipleship Team, said her group has been working in close contact with Care Connection to offer support and help keep people connected.

"It's neat the way we all are kicking in and doing online meetings and services to support the connections between the congregations," Waite said.

"The guidelines are shifting all the time, so we are taking Pastor Mark's suggestion to just reach out to 5 people every day."

Volunteers are calling to help let people know the church is here and we miss you. Callers are checking in to see if people need any help, and also to see if they need technology assistance to be able to fully participate in new online opportunities that are springing up within our congregation. Waite said that right now people are mostly fine. "But this way they'll know that if they do need help ... we're here."

The technology component is a challenge for some. However the Discipleship team held their first "zoom" online meeting this week and it went well. Pastor Jonathon's Discipleship Bible Study also zoomed their first online class this week.

"It's gone really well," Clinesmith said. "Ninety percent were able to connect through their systems. We hope to get more discipleship study opportunities online in the near future."

"Tech is an education that builds every week," Waite said.

"Last week I was able to find the livestream service and figured out how to see the songs.

Then I tackled zoom. This week I'll see about chat."

Mobile Meals has adapted.

Coordinator Marilyn Henderson said that everything went fine on Thursday, March 26.

The kitchens could not be used at Chapel Hill so the clients received "take-out."

Everyone was real receptive and appreciative," said Henderson. "We normally work in teams of 2 and yesterday one person drove in one car so they could call the client and let them know the delivery was being made. Then the second person, in a separate car, dropped the meal at the door."

Henderson said that many of the normal drivers are older and Chapel Hill's Mobile Meals is looking for volunteers to register in case they are

needed. Couples or roomies living in the same space are ideal as they would be able to drive in the same vehicle. People who are out of work or financially challenged during this time will be provided gas money to drive the routes.

Mobile Meals practices physical distancing as they train to deliver meals in a new way.

Family ministries is providing near daily opportunities for students, children and parents to participate in online study and discussion and overview of resources including parent cues and videos.

Thanks to the help of Loyce Gandy, Sandy Clapp, Karen Dowler, Julie Raney, Mason and Ministries has made Family Night Kits that are being distributed through our network of children that participate in church, Whiz Kid and A.C.T.S. 4 Kids activities.

The bags include a code for a free redbox movie, popcorn, candy, card games, mad libs and various other STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activity supplies.

Amanda Walz, minister of children, said, "We hope that the new ways we are connecting with families reminds them that they are loved and cared for, even from a distance! We are also hopeful that these new ways reinforce our goal of equipping parents to help their children learn, explore and develop their faith."

April 3 Bill Enox Barbara Eskridge Lindsey Homsey John Kanoski April 4 Christa Chain Whitney Cross Tim Denny Blair Elder Debi Galegor Anne M. Kyle Jan Olinghouse E.Todd Sanger David Wheeler April 5 Ada Gentry Lisa Gress Rafael Iaquinta Rhonda Justus Doug Kamermayer Linda Karran Patrick J. Mancinelli Willamette Norman Joseph Smelser Ryan Stallings Donald Welker April 6 Anissa Dornan Randy Ice Taylor Roberts Leon Sale Owen Sevier Anissa Stuckey Matilda Williamson Liz Young

April 7 C.A. Brewer Layne Cates Jim Fox Evelyn Johanning Chandler Hardy Neil Hill Billie Holmes Duff Jack Ted Kersh David Kopera Melville Mercer, Jr. Jose Munoz Sharyl Pickens Rusty Sturm April 8 Hellen Blackwelder Jason Hemsey Suzanne Carol Imes Opal Klinger Susan Phillips Judy Savage April Thomas Michael Vernon April 9 Natalie Brown Jacob Chancellor Leanne Ferguson Wendy Hart Larry Hayes Olivia H. Johnson Maggie Kelley Lorre Miller Kelly Miller Zuzanne Pipkin Judy Rutledge Jerry Wilson

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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, Friday, March 27, 2020; Friday, April 3, 2020)

February 12, 2020 Unless otherwise noted in the proposal, all bids must be submitted over the Internet via Bid Express. When written bids are allowed, sealed proposals sent by registered mail will be received through the ODOT Office Engineer Division until 30 minutes prior to the scheduled bid opening.

From 30 minutes prior to the bid opening until the time of the bid opening, bid proposals must be turned in directly to the ODOT Commission Room located on the east side of the lobby. The scheduled bid opening is 10:30 A.M., April 16, 2020 for the work listed below.

No Proposal for construction or maintenance work of the department will be issued to any contractor after 10:30 A.M. on the working day preceding opening of bids for any contract.

Each bid shall be accompanied by a Certified or Cashier’s Check or Bid Bond equal to 5% of the bid made payable to the State of Oklahoma, Department of Transportation, as a proposal guaranty. Proposal checks will be held or returned by the Department as per Section 103.04 of the State Standard Specifications.

The minimum wage to be paid laborers and mechanics employed on this project shall be included in the proposal.

Bids must be prepared as directed by the State Standard Specifications.

Plans, proposals, and specifications may be examined in the plan room or in the Office Engineer Division at the Oklahoma Department of Transportation central office in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

This work will be done under the Oklahoma Department of Transportation applicable specifications for highway construction as depicted on the lower left corner of the plan’s title sheet.

Plans and proposal forms may be ordered from the Office Engineer Division, Oklahoma Department of Transportation Building, 200 N.E. 21st Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73105. Cost of Bidding Documents is $50.00 + tax for each Bidding Proposal. State Standard Specifications may be purchased for $55.00 + tax. (Oklahoma tax is 8.375%).

Plans (Reduced Size Complete with X-Sec if applicable) $83.64 + postage/handling. Make checks payable to Oklahoma Department of Transportation. No refunds will be made for bidding documents or Specification books purchased.

Unless otherwise noted in the proposal, upon award of the contract to the successful bidder, the contract will be completely and correctly executed by the contractor and returned to the Department within ten (10) working days from the date of award. The Department will have fourteen (14) working days from the date of award to complete it’s execution of the contract.

The Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) ensures that no person or groups of persons shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability/handicap, or in income status, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any and all programs, services, or activities administered

by ODOT, it’s recipients, sub-recipients, and contractors.

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For more information call: (405) 713-1705

RULES FOR EMAILED FILINGS: 1. Only simple filings that do not require payment.

2. ONE pleading per email, maximum 50 pages. Either mail or call to arrange drop-off pleadings greater than 50 pages.

3. No copies (certified or otherwise) will be returned by email. Copies can be downloaded from oscn.net or request I through our website below.

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OKC Animal Welfare adoptions by appointment only during COVID-19 pandemic OKC Animal Welfare is offering adoptions only by appointment to protect public health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Adoption fees will remain cut in half to $30 to help ensure homeless pets are still adopted as the shelter enters its busy season.

“This is a tough decision for us because we know it will limit the number of people who can adopt a homeless pet,

but it’s the only option we have to protect visitors and our staff as best we can,” said OKC Animal Welfare Superintendent Jon Gary. “We encourage everyone who is thinking about adopting a pet to still keep us in mind, because this is an important time for the homeless pets in our care.”

To make an appointment, visit okcawadoptions.youcanbook.me. Then you

simply pick a time, and confirm your appointment with your name, email address and phone number. If you don’t have Internet access, call (405) 297-3100 to schedule an appointment. Appointments will be every 15 minutes from noon to 5 p.m..

Other changes to operations through at least April 16: • Only 10 visitors at a time will be allowed

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• Drop-off of stray animals is moved to a drive-through area to reduce the number of people who need to enter the shelter.

• Volunteer work inside the shelter is suspended.

• Observation visiting is suspended.

• Adoption and volunteer events are canceled • Adoption fees are $30.

Updates about all City services and other local guidance and resources are being posted daily at covid19.okc.gov.

The OKC Animal Welfare shelter, 2811 SE 29th Street, is open for adoptions noon to 5 p.m. every day but holidays. All adoptable animals at OKC Animal Welfare are up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, treated for worms and spayed

or neutered. For more information, visit okc.gov/animalwelfare or call (405) 297-3100.

Ways to stay informed: Follow the City of Oklahoma City on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and more.

Follow Animal Welfare on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Sign up for City of OKC news emails. Download the OKC Connect smartphone app for Apple or Android.

N ICHOLS H ILLS

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, April 3, 2020)

ORDINANCE NO. 1180

(i)

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 32 OF THE NICHOLS HILLS CITY CODE CONCERNING DETERMINATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY AND ENACTING REGULATIONS TO CONTROL THE SPREAD OF THE COVID-19 VIRUS; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

(ii) (iii) (iv) (v)

(3) The regulations of Section 32-224 (g) shall be effective at 12:01 AM on March 28, 2020 and shall continue in effect until terminated by law, or by future action of the Council.

EMERGENCY ORDINANCE WHEREAS, beginning in December 2019, a novel (new) coronavirus known as SARS-CoV-2 (the “Virus” or “COVID-19”) has caused global spread of the coronavirus disease COVID-19 (the “Disease”); WHEREAS, on March 11, 2020 the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Disease to be a pandemic; WHEREAS, on March 13, 2020 the President of the United States declared a National Emergency due to the Virus pandemic; WHEREAS, on March 15, 2020, the Governor of the State of Oklahoma declared an emergency for all seventy-seven (77) Oklahoma Counties caused by the impending threat of the Disease; WHEREAS, several persons in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area have tested positive for the Disease and persons have died statewide, posing a risk of injury to persons or injury and damage to public or personal property or immediate financial loss; WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 22-120 of Title 11 of the Oklahoma Statutes, municipalities are authorized to make regulations to prevent the introduction of contagious diseases into the municipality and may enforce quarantine laws; WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 18-23 of the Nichols Hills City Code, “in the event of an enemycaused emergency or emergencies resulting from natural causes, the director of emergency management, after due authorization as provided in section 18-26 of this article, shall have the power and authority to enforce all rules and regulations relating to civil emergencies and, if necessary, take control of transportation, communications, stocks of fuel, food, clothing, medicine and public utilities for the purpose of protecting the civilian population;” and WHEREAS, Title 21, Section 1321.9 of the Oklahoma Statutes allows cities and towns to enact ordinances establishing a State of Emergency.

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma pursuant to the authority vested in the Council pursuant to the Ordinances of the City and the Laws of the State of Oklahoma, has determined

by Resolution 1373 approved on March 24, 2020 that the COVID-19 pandemic, and specifically the local community transmission of such disease, is and continues to be a public disaster which affects life, health, property and public peace within the limits of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, and has declared a state of emergency within the City, and the Council hereby renews the provisions of Resolution 1373, and further determines that said state of emergency continues, and therefore the Council enacts the following ordinance: BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA: SECTION 1. Chapter 32, Article VI, entitled Offenses Involving Public Safety, of the Nichols Hills City Code is hereby amended by adding a new Division 3 entitled COVID-19 Virus Control Regulations, which shall supersede and replace the provisions of Ordinance No. 1179 enacted on March 24, 2010, providing as follows, to wit: ARTICLE VI. OFFENSES INVOLVING PUBLIC SAFETY DIVISION 3. COVID-19 VIRUS CONTROL REGULATIONS.

Athletic gyms, exercise facilities, indoor sports facilities, indoor climbing facilities, bowling alleys, skating rinks, trampoline parks, public playground equipment and similar recreational facilities; Movie and live theaters; Commercial amusement facilities; Tattoo parlors; Piercing facilities.

Secs. 32-225 - 32-354. Reserved SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall be codified as set forth above.

SECTION 3. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith, to the extent of such conflict, are hereby repealed.

SECTION 4. The provisions of this ordinance are severable and if any part or provision hereof shall be adjudged invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such adjudication shall not affect or impair any of the remaining parts or provisions hereof.

SECTION 5. EMERGENCY SECTION. WHEREAS, in the judgment of the Council it is necessary for the preservation of the peace, health, welfare and safety of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, and of the inhabitants thereof that the provisions of this ordinance be put into full force and effect immediately, and therefore an emergency is hereby declared to exist by reason whereof this ordinance shall take effect and be in full force from and after its passage as provided by law.

PASSED by the Council of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 27th day of March, 2020.

APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 27th day of March, 2020. aTTEsT:

steven J. goetzinger mayor

amanda Copeland City Clerk reviewed as to Form and Legality: John Michael Williams City attorney

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CDC Business Guidance - www.okcommerce.gov/covid19/ Follow CDC guidance to maintain a safe work environment and plan your response.

Sec. 32-224. Specific COVID-19 Virus control regulations. (a) All bars without on-premises food service, night clubs, hookah bars, cigar bars, and vaping lounges shall be closed to the public. This does not prohibit the presence of personnel required for the maintenance of the facility or grounds. All other persons are restricted from such places. (b) All bars with on-premises food service, breweries, wineries, taverns, and restaurants are restricted to providing only take-out or delivery of food and sale of pre-packaged alcohol authorized for sale under state law. Such locations are otherwise closed to the public and persons, other than employees, are restricted from such places for any other purpose. This provision does not include institutional or in-house cafeterias serving residents, employees, childcare facilities, hospitals or congregate care facilities, including but not limited to nursing homes and assisted living facilities. (c) The following places are closed to the public and all persons, except personnel necessary for maintenance of the facility and grounds, are restricted from such places: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

Athletic gyms, exercise facilities, indoor sports facilities, indoor climbing facilities, bowling alleys, skating rinks, trampoline parks, and similar recreational facilities; Movie and live theaters; Commercial amusement facilities; Tattoo parlors; Piercing facilities.

(d) Non-medical personal care service facilities where services cannot be provided while maintaining six (6) feet distance between persons are closed to the public and all persons, except personnel necessary for the maintenance of the facility or grounds are restricted from such places. This includes but is not limited to: (1) Salons (hair and nail); (2) Barber Shops; (3) Cosmetology Facilities; (4) Esthetician Facilities; (5) Laser Hair Removal Facilities; (6) Spas; (7) Massage Facilities. (e) Except provided herein, events and organized gatherings of 10 or more people on public or private property are prohibited. An “organized gathering” is defined as people coming together at a central point for a meeting, event, sporting activity, or game. “Organized gathering” does not include people in a location independently performing work as part of employment; however, employers shall not have meetings of 10 of more. This provision does not include and specifically excludes people in the following locations: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10)

Government Office Buildings; Food Banks; Congregate care, including but not limited to nursing homes and assisted living facilities; Medical Facilities; Childcare Facilities; Day Camps; Media Press Conferences; Funerals; however, these shall be limited to immediate family only; Blood Drives; Other Disaster Response Activities, including medical research.

(f) The regulations of Section 32-224 (a) (b) (c) (d) and (e) shall be effective at 12:01 AM on March 25, 2020 and shall continue in effect until terminated by law or by future action of the Council. (g) In addition to regulations of Section 32-224 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) and (f), the following regulations are enacted: (1) Gov. J. Kevin Stitt issued Executive Order 2020-07 on March 24, 2020 (as such may from time to time be supplemented and/or amended, the “Executive Order”), which is incorporated as part of this Ordinance in its entirety by reference as if set out fully herein, which Executive Order is on file in the Office of City Clerk. The provisions of the Executive Order shall have full force and effect within the City, law enforcement officers, including but not limited to members of the Nichols Hills Police Department, are authorized to enforce the Executive Order, and violations of the Executive Order shall be municipal offenses enforceable and punishable as other violations of the Nichols Hills City Code.

(2) The following places are closed to the public and all persons, except personnel necessary for maintenance of the facility and grounds, are restricted from such places:

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Small Business Administration COVID-19 Disaster Loan oklahoma small businesses are now eligible for the sBa’s Economic injury Disaster Loan program. The program provides small businesses with working capital loans of up to $2 million to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.

Local Loan Application Help The oklahoma Department of Commerce has staff available to assist small businesses with filling out disaster loan application forms. Companies needing assistance with the application forms and economic development organizations aiding businesses in their communities should contact ray Little at ray.little@okcommerce.gov or 405-815-5227.

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Communities Foundation of Oklahoma The disaster relief fund will deploy resources to community-based organizations on the front lines of the CoViD-19 outbreak and related community needs. Funds will be granted to the following groups that work with people and communities affected by the disaster.

• nonprofit regional health organizations • government entities • nonprofit organizations • Churches • schools Contact rachel Hunter at 405-488-1450 or visit www.cfok.org

Oklahoma City Community Foundation organizations providing services and assistance to individuals impacted by CoViD-19 are eligible to apply to receive a grant from the fund, beginning april 1, including: • nonprofits • Churches • government agencies • schools Call 405-235-5603 or visit www.occf.org

United Way of Central Oklahoma united Way of Central oklahoma has established the CoViD-19 response Fund dedicated to increasing resilience among our most vulnerable individuals and families. This fund will support Partner agencies of united Way of Central oklahoma, united Way of Logan County and united Way of Canadian County. it will be used to address the needs of those individuals who are experiencing CoViD-19 related hardship primarily due to temporary unemployment, lost income or unexpected expenses related and due to CoViD19. Call 405-236-8441 or email info@unitedwayokc.org

New Sick Leave & Family and Medical Leave Act Benefits Paid sick leave and FmLa related to CoViD-19 are now required for some businesses with under 500 employees. refundable tax credits will help employers pay for the new, required benefit.

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Editorial Page

OPINION OUR STAND “And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.”

John 8:32 (quoting Jesus).

The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing.”

– Edmund Burke paraphrase, 1767.

If you want it in the paper, it’s advertising. If you don’t want it in the paper, it’s news.”

– Ancient Chinese Proverb.

“Without, or with, offense to friends or foes, We sketch your world exactly as it goes.”

– Byron, 1818.

“Every violation of truth is a stab at the health of human society.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson, 1878.

“We must always stand – alone if necessary – as the conscience of this community.”

– J. Leland Gourley, 1959.

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ON THIS OKC FRIDAY EDITORIAL OPINION PAGE: We urge courtesy in disagreement. We view with favor wise public choices and view with alarm flawed public choices. We give good advice to public officials at federal, state and local levels, and society in general, on what to do right. So, if they don’t take our advice, it’s not our fault.

EMAIL YOUR OPINION to: vicki@okcfriday.com

Oklahoma Standard is shining again A

couple weeks ago, I wrote an article about the impacts COVID-19 could have here in Oklahoma. Since then, many of the precautions taken in China and Europe are in full force here in Oklahoma.

Social distancing is in full effect, as those who are still blessed with a job are working from home with kids now that schools

are closed. For Toni and I, doing school at home is the norm, so we hope to record some videos to help those homeschooling for the first time.

As the closing of businesses multiply our challenges, the response of Oklahomans everywhere should give hope to each other and the world. The “Oklahoma Standard” is shining in these hard times.

Oklahoma County has been very proactive in adjusting to “social distancing” while still providing service to you, the taxpayers.

We Commissioners mobilized our excellent IT Department to enable the large majority of our workforce to

telecommute, to do our part to “flatten the curve” of the virus.

County Clerk David Hooten is enabling videoconference public meetings. Court Clerk Rick Warren is serving those applying for emergency Victim Protective Orders with

a special desk right at the entrance to the County Building.

County Treasurer Butch Freeman is complying with Governor Stitt’s request to waive penalties and interest for second-half property tax payments paid late but

by April 30.

I want to encourage everyone to ask for help if they need it, and to support our local restaurants that remain open for takeout/delivery.

Let’s frequently

check-in on our friends, family, and neighbors, especially seniors, to counter the feelings of isolation.

In this 25th anniversary of the Murrah tragedy, we are reminded more than ever we have overcome tragedy before. Charity and selflessness will be the means by which we rise above this disaster, just as those that came before it. We will get through this, and be stronger afterward as a result.

Send your letters to the Editor to: Editor, OKC FRIDAY, PO BOX 20340, Oklahoma City, OK 73156 or email: vicki@okcfriday.com

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JASON JEWELL, Production Mgr., Web & Sports Editor JENNIFER CLARK, Legals Mgr./Circulation/Classifieds JOY RICHARDSON, Social and Travel Contributor ASHLEY HALEY, Staff Writer -------------------------KELLY CLARK, CIO/CISO --------------------------JAY L. GOURLEY, Vice Chairman Emeritus JANNA L. GOURLEY ROUSEY, Secretary Emerita J. LELAND GOURLEY, FOUNDER

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American Camp Association offers tips for choosing a camp When beginning the camp selection process, consider your child's interests.

It's important to know a child's personality and identify what camp programs will benefit him or her most.

With a variety of programs and activities, summer camp offers fun and meaningful adventures to match a child's interests and maturity level.

Be certain to include your child in the decision-making process. Together with your child, explore the camp options and examine the materials the camps provide. In addition, many camps have web sites that include photos, maps or virtual tours of the camp facility, sample daily schedules and menus, and information about the directors and key staff.

Think about what you want in a camp before you enroll your child: Questions to Consider in Selecting a Resident Camp • What locale do I want to consider? (consider, mountains, oceanfront, distance from home) • Do I want a traditional camp that gives my child a wide variety of experiences or do I want to select a specialty camp that focuses on a particular activity or set of skills?

• What size enrollment will make my child feel comfortable?

• How rustic do I want the camp to be?

• How structured do I want the program to be? Does my child like to have lots of choice in the activity schedule?

• Is my child ready to sleep away from home for an extended stay? This will help you to select either a resident or day camp setting.

• What session length will appeal to my child and to our family plans for the summer? (One week? Eight weeks?)

• How can I stay in touch with my child during camp? Does the camp allow mail, phone calls or e-mail? Does the camp have parent visitation days?

• How will the camp meet my child's special dietary or physical

needs?

• What is my budget for camp tuition? Remember, many camps offer financial aid.

Questions to Consider in Selecting a Day Camp Day camps offer experiences that are unique from resident camps.

Because of this, there are specific points to consider when choosing a day camp, including transportation, overnights, swimming lessons, food service, horseback riding, group pictures, T-shirts, extended care and field trips.

• Does the American Camp Association accredit the camp? ACA has specific standards applicable only for day camps.

• What training does the staff receive on safety, supervision, counseling, problem solving and other issues unique to working with young children?

• Is the price all-inclusive or are there extra charges for: • If transportation is offered, where is the closest pick-up location?

• Does the camp have an "express bus" which transports children quickly?

• If before- and after-camp extended care is offered, who is with the children and what activities take place?

• Is lunch served or do campers bring their own sack lunch? Are snacks and drinks provided?

• If the camp offers swimming, are there swimming lessons or is it simply recreational swimming?

• Are campers in a group with a counselor all day? Or, are campers free to go from one activity to another with appropriate supervision? In this case, whom would you talk to if you had a question or concern about your child?

• Is an open house offered before camp starts where you can meet your child's counselor and van/bus driver?

• Are parents allowed to drop by for visits or is there a special parent visitation day?

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