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MASKED DEFENDERS Face coverings said to be best way to stop COVID-19 OKC’s mandate expires Sept. 7 By Rose Lane Editor Forty-two people spoke out both for and against a proposed face mask ordinance for Oklahoma City as a way of slowing the spread of COVID-19. The 5-plus-hour-long City Council meeting culminated in a 6-3 vote in favor of the proposal with more than 1,600 people tuned into the live feed at one time. The ordinance was effective immediately by a 7-2 vote of the council. Ward 4 Councilman Todd Stone voted nay for the ordinance, but yea for the emergency clause. People are now required to wear face masks in indoor public spaces with some exceptions. Those with medical exemptions can show documentation from a doctor. Fines are $9 for the first and second offenses and $100 for a third. Enforcement personnel will be supplied with masks to distribute to those who don’t have one. The ordinance is set to expire on Sept. 7.

For more information, see Wearing the mask in OKC, Page 2. The ordinance was introduced by Ward 8 Councilman Mark Stonecipher. He said the intent of the proposal was to help hospitals, lower unemployment and keep the economy going. Several of the current council members said they didn’t believe it was the council’s place to mandate masks. “I feel that a mandatory solution to this with the government in control is not the correct way to go,” Ward 3 Councilman Larry McAtee said. “Volunteering is the way to go. I do not think it is enforceable.” Ward 1’s James Greiner echoed his thoughts. “People don’t need the City Council to tell them to wear masks,” he said. “This is a medical decision people should make on their own.” Stonecipher cited a 1905 Supreme Court 7-2 decision which was made during the small pox pandemic and in the case of Jacobsen vs. the Commonwealth of See MASKS, Page 2

Village follows in big city’s footsteps By Rose Lane Editor

- Photo by Jason Jewell

Casady student Kate Johnson, above, works out on Tuesday morning at the Bennett Athletic Center in preparation for the upcoming fall sports season. Everyone on the Casady campus is required to wear a mask or face covering and observe social distancing guidelines.

By unanimous vote and with the blessing of three residents, The Village City Council approved an ordinance requiring the wearing of masks. The Village is following the lead of OKC, but is not imposing fines. A proclamation from Mayor David Bennett was expected to be released just days after the Monday meeting. Bennett said that The Village has been following OKC’s lead throughout the pandemic which has brought continuity to the community. Only three residents asked to speak during the City Council meeting. See VILLAGE, Page 3

BancFirst named one of the world’s best banks by Forbes BancFirst announced that Forbes has named BancFirst as one of the best banks in the world in its World's Best Banks 2020 report. Forbes partnered with market research company Statista to conduct a study of approximately 40,000 banking consumers in nearly two dozen countries based on their opinions on current and former banking relationships.

Participants were asked to name all banks where they have or previously had a checking or savings account. The participants then rated each bank based on various evaluation criteria including overall banking recommendation, general satisfaction, trust, terms and conditions, customer service, digital services, and financial advice. The results of the Forbes Statista survey for 2020 placed

BancFirst as the tenth best bank in the United States, making it the top ranked Oklahoma-based bank on the list. The full list and the accompanying article can be found on the Forbes website: forbes.com/worlds-best-banks/ #640c44551295. “This recognition by Forbes is a direct reflection of the loyalty of the men and women working at each of our 120 locations and their

dedication to the core values of our company,” said David Harlow, CEO, BancFirst Corporation. “Rankings based upon financial performance are of course important, but being ranked in this way by our own customers, recognizing the superior customer service provided by our bankers, is in many ways more rewarding.”

Inside today:

Suzie Nelson had a birthday and her friends drove by to celebrate.

Mary Blankenship Pointer, right, has won the Sister Cities International 2020 Award for Volunteer of the Year. She is president of Sister Cities OKC and on the International Board of Directors.

• Community Calendar of Events, Page 6 • Religion, Page 7 • Classifieds, Legals, Pages 4, 5 & 9 • Opinion, Page 10 • Class of 2020 All Stars describe their best teachers and Shop Local, Page 11

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Pointer Volunteer of the Year Mary Blankenship Pointer has won the Sister Cities International 2020 Award for Volunteer of the Year. The awards competition, which is open to sister city programs worldwide, recognizes the accomplishments of outstanding individuals and community sister city programs that are promoting peace through mutual

respect, understanding and cooperation. Pointer is the president of Sister Cities International Oklahoma City (OKC). Pointer was recruited in 2015 by the then president of Sister Cities International OKC to serve on the board of directors. Two years later, she See POINTER, Page 11

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MASKS From Page 1 Massachusetts. Mr. Jacobsen was mandated to take the small pox vaccination to help stop the spread of the disease. “Safety trumped liberty,” Stonecipher said. Unemployment rates and the economy were concerns of other councilmen. Councilman David Greenwall, of Ward 5, said that when the city’s unemployment rate falls below 5 percent, “We have overcome.” “Our economy is fragile,” he said. “People don’t have the confidence to return to work. This ordinance will give that the confidence.” Medical professionals, as well as the Center for Disease Control, recommend the wearing of face coverings to slow the spread of COVID-19, Stonecipher said. The majority of those who offered public comment during the City Council meeting were in favor of the ordinance. Many were health care professionals. Dr. Dale Bratzler, OU Medicine Enterprise chief quality officer, was one of the medical experts Stonechiper talked to in drafting the ordinance. Bratzler said that the vast majority of Oklahomans remain susceptible to the virus and 40-45 percent show no symptoms. “You have to assume anyone you encounter could be infected.”

COVID-19 is passed by inhaling the droplets of someone who is a carrier of the disease. “Masks keep the droplets from coming out of your mouth,” Bratzler said. Dr. Larry Bookman, past president of the Oklahoma State Medical Association, called the pandemic “the worst public health crisis in the past 50 years.” “It time to protect our citizens and health care providers,” he said. Teena Belcik, president and CEO of the Boys and Girls Club of Oklahoma County, said she has seen other effects of the pandemic. She said that while her organization works with “hundreds of kids,” there have been no cases at the club. But, she said, there is a crisis in learning and mental health when children don’t go to school. Learning loss because of the school closure this year will go back to Aug. 19, 2019. She said she has been privy to stories of children left alone for weeks because their parents went back to work, one child came to the Boys and Girls Club embarrassed because of her hygiene and another was taken to the hospital because of sexual abuse. “Our kids need to be in school,” Belcik said. “We’re asking our city (to enact this ordinance) for no other reason than the safety of our kids.” But right now, some

teachers are afraid to return to the classroom. Emily Masters is 28. She said she wrote her will in anticipation of going back to school. “(Teachers) are terrified of going back to school,” she said. “Teachers are putting their bodies between bullets and tornadoes.” The city, Masters said, can therefore put a small piece of cloth between teachers and the virus. If not, she said she would help the council with substitute teacher applications. David Redkin said that people just “don’t like to be told what to do.” Likening a mask mandate to “a modern day Jim Crowe Law,” Tim Harper said it would “exercise authority over people of lower economic status.” Some people can’t afford to secure a doctor’s note. “I think this is setting the city up for lawsuits,” Harper said. Vernon Mack lives in Tuttle, but owns a business in OKC. He is a veteran of the Gulf War. “I dang near died giving you your freedom,” he said. “People have died giving you those freedoms you are considering taking away.” In preparing to take a vote on the ordinance, Mayor David Holt called the virus the “invader.” “This mask is our war bond, how we can help the community,” he said.

Wearing the mask in OKC: Face covering requirements: Everyone in Oklahoma City age 11 and up is required to wear a face covering, like a mask or face shield, in indoor public spaces. There are some exceptions. Public health officials also recommend face coverings for children age 3 and up, although it’s not a requirement in the emergency ordinance. Face coverings are required only in indoor spaces open to the public, including private property. The face covering must cover both the nose and mouth. A face shield is an alternative to a cloth face covering or mask. Here are general CDC recommendations about cloth face coverings and masks. Exceptions to face covering requirements are: • Children age 10 and under, unless required by a school or daycare. • People working in an office who don’t have face-to-face interactions with the public. • Patrons of restaurants, bars and similar establishments while eating or drinking. • People in settings where it isn’t practical or feasible to wear a face covering, like receiving dental services, swimming or playing at a sprayground. • People engaged in sports (including for recreation). • People engaged in cardio exercises. But people should make reasonable efforts to observe social distancing between groups of people from different households. • People inside any federal, state or county building or facility. • People inside a public or private school building or facility, unless required by the school. • People at a religious service or

ceremony where social distancing is observed between groups of people from different households. • People with a developmental disability. • People who are deaf or hard-ofhearing. The requirements expire Sept. 8, unless the Council takes further action. Enforcement The ordinance allows for enforcement by the Police Department, or code inspectors from the OKCCounty Health Department (OCCHD) and the City’s Development Services Department. The Council prefers enforcement by code inspectors when possible. When responding to calls for enforcement, inspectors or officers will first offer a mask or an opportunity for the person to leave the public, indoor space. People who refuse to wear the mask or leave would be subject to a fine of $9 on a conviction for a first or second offense. The fine would rise to a maximum of $100 for third and subsequent offenses. People with a medical condition preventing them from safely wearing a mask can produce a document from their physician confirming that information and will not be subject to a conviction and fine. Here are some general CDC recommendations about cloth face coverings and masks: • It should cover your nose and mouth. • It should be secured under your chin, and fit snugly against the side of your face. • Make sure you can breathe easily. For more information, visit okc.gov.

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Peck named to President’s List at Mississippi Emma Peck of Oklahoma City was named to the Spring 2020 President's List at Mississippi College. The Mississippi College Office

VILLAGE From Page 1 “(Masks) are the only protection we have,” Zach Nash said. “The role of government can be to protect people.” John Cunningham works for a non-profit which wants to get kids back to school. “I think (masks are) essential to protecting the lives of our most vulnerable citizens,” he said. Jonathan White said The Village City

of Academic Affairs released the president's list after the close of fall and spring semesters. To be eligible for the President's List, a student must maintain a 4.0

Council has been responsive during the pandemic. The city has tried other things and masks are a basic way to stop the spread of the COVID-19 virus. “We must keep everyone safe,” he said. Ward 2 Councilman Bubba Symes said he works in construction all around OKC. “It’s amazing to see the difference between last week and this week,” Symes said. “Now, I see masks on everyone. “I think people are

BANK From Page 1 In 2018, BancFirst was recognized on Forbes inaugural list as a Best-In-State Bank and in 2019 Forbes named BancFirst as a Best-InState Employer. BancFirst was the only bank to be named to the list. Additionally, BancFirst ranked in the Top 10 on Forbes Top Performing Banks for four consecutive years. About BancFirst: With assets of more than $8.7 billion, BancFirst is Oklahoma’s largest state-chartered bank with 107 locations in 60 communities across the state. BancFirst has been ranked in the top 25 safest and strongest banks in the nation for 13 consecutive years by Bank Director Magazine. BancFirst Corporation is a publicly held company and is listed on the NASDAQ National Market System under the symbol BANF. More information can be found at www.bancfirst.bank.

grade point average, based on a 4.0 system. The student must take a full course load of at least 12 semester hours of undergraduate credit.

ready for participating in a good cause. I think the masking is a way to keep this thing under some sort of control. What can it hurt?” Symes said The Village is a “tight-knit group” that will want to get onboard. “You are taking part in an experiment that can save lives,” he said. Ward 4 Councilwoman Cathy Cummings said she

received 30 calls about the mask issue — and 29 were in favor of the measure. “I think this virus is out of control and our job is to bring it back under control,” she said. “If you want to be a true patriot, you need to wear a mask.” Like OKC, The Village’s mask ordinance will expire on Sept. 7. The Nichols Hills City Council was to discuss mandating masks on Thursday.

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(b) All other public improvements. The fee shall be a percentage of estimated costs as provided herein:

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ORDINANCE NO. 1184 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 50-133 OF THE NICHOLS HILLS CITY CODE REGARDING LANDSCAPING REQUIREMENTS; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. EMERGENCY ORDINANCE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA: Section 1. Subsection (c) of Section 50-133 of the Nichols Hills City Code is hereby amended, with new language underlined and deleted language stricken through, to wit:

Engineering services when plans and specifications are prepared by registered professional engineer. Inspection and supervision fees shall be a percentage of estimated costs as follows:

Sec. 50-133. Landscaping. ***** General landscape provisions for all zoning districts.

(c)

***** Privacy landscaping. When the Building Commission requires evergreen landscaping to address privacy concerns as a condition to its issuance of a Certificate of Approval for construction of a main or secondary building or an addition to a main or secondary building, that evergreen landscaping must be at least twelve feet in height at the time of planting and sufficiently spaced to provide effective privacy. Artificial turf and synthetic plants. Artificial turf and all forms of synthetic fibers meant to look like natural grass and all synthetic plants are prohibited in the front yards of dwellings in the residential districts. Artificial grass and all forms of synthetic plants are prohibited in all landscapes in the Church District, the Office District, and the Retail Business District. This restriction does not apply to manholes which may be covered with artificial turf or other synthetic fibers meant to look like natural grass. Irrigation systems. Irrigation systems are required for all construction of main and secondary buildings and additions to main and secondary buildings (except minor additions as defined by Section 50-341).

(11)

(12)

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(d)

General landscape requirements for multiple-family, commercial, church, special and general zoning districts. *****

(2)

Landscape plan and materials requirement. For all development other than one- and two-family residential uses, an application for a Certificate of Approval from the Building Commission and for a building permit shall be accompanied by a detailed landscaping plan, prepared by a landscape architect or qualified landscape professional as defined herein. a.

Said plan shall contain the following at a minimum: The location and types of all plants. Provision for a live tree, having a minimum planted height of seven feet, for every 500 square feet of area required to be landscaped. 3. Artificial grass or any form of synthetic plant is prohibited. 43. Hardscape, such as rock gardens or sculptures may be approved, but the use of gravel or chat as ground cover shall not meet the requirements of this section. 54. Identification of sight triangles at intersections and all other elements related to traffic control. 65. Irrigation system plan and specifications. 1. 2.

The landscape plan shall be reviewed as a part of the Certificate of Approval and the Building Permit review process. No Certificate of Approval shall be issued until the landscape plan has been reviewed and approved and a Certificate of Approval issued by the Building Commission. No Building Permit shall be issued until the landscape plan has been reviewed, approved, and made a part of the building permit file. The landscape plan must meet The City of Oklahoma City’s planting requirements (including frontage tree requirements) and the required number of points (including site points and parking lot points) as adopted by the Building Commission.

(e)

***** Landscaping requirements for all one- and two-family residences regardless of zoning district. (1)

Landscape plans required. For construction of new and replacement dwellings and additions to existing dwellings (except minor additions as defined by Section 50-341), an application for a Certificate of Approval from the Building Commission and for a Building Permit shall be accompanied by a detailed landscape plan containing the elements and meeting the number of points specified in the Nichols Hills Building Commission Building Demolition, Design and Construction Guidelines adopted by the City in Section 50-398.

(12)

Planting plans required. A planting plan shall be required as a part of the following permit applications:

Certificate of Approval applications for construction of a main or secondary building or construction of an addition to a main or secondary building. Building Permit application for new construction of individual single-family or two-family homes, including rebuild after a tear down; Building Permit application for addition to a structure that expands the footprint; Addition to or modification of driveways or hardscape on that part of a lot abutting a street right-of-way; Rear yard addition as described in subsection (e)(67) of this Section.

b. c. da. eb. (23)

Residential planned unit development or development containing two or more single-family homes or duplexes. A landscape plan, prepared by a landscape architect in accordance with subsection (d) of this Section, shall be required for:

a. b.

All residential planned unit developments; Any development, subdivision plat, or lot split creating building sites for two or more single-family or two-family structures. Said landscape plan may be divided into a master plan for the total area plus submittal of specific landscape plans for individual properties with the application for a Building Permit.

(34)

Tree planting requirements. In addition to the requirements contained in this Section, one- and two-family residences shall have a minimum of one tree with a minimum caliper of three inches for every 2000 square feet of front and side yard. two-inch caliper tree per lot, and not less than one tree for every 75 feet of street frontage, including the exterior side yard on corner lots. Said trees shall be located in the yard areas immediately abutting the street or streets; or, in the case of the side yard, not screened by a sight-proof fence.

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Front yard landscape area requirements. The area between the curb and the lot line shall be treated as landscape area. No hardscape shall be permitted other than a maximum of two entrance drives and a city-provided sidewalk. A circular drive shall not encroach on the rightof-way except at the two street access points.

(56)

Landscape area requirements for a side yard abutting a street. The area between the curb and the lot line shall be treated as landscape area.

(67)

Landscaping for rear yard structure additions. The property owner of a one- or two-family residence, or his representative, applying for a Certificate of Approval or a Building Permit to construct an accessory building or house extension in the rear yard that is within public view, shall submit a landscape buffer plan for the area between the structure and the abutting property lines showing landscape treatment of the structure that will mitigate its visual impact on the abutting properties.

Section 2. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are, to the extent of such conflict, hereby repealed. Section 3. 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 4. 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 14th day of July, 2020. APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Nichols Hills, Oklahoma, on the 14th day of July, 2020. ATTEST:

Sody Clements Mayor

Amanda Copeland City Clerk Reviewed as to Form and Legality: John Michael Williams City Attorney

LPXLP ORDINANCE NO. 1185

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 3 OF THE NICHOLS HILLS CITY CODE REGARDING THE CITY FEE SCHEDULE; REPEALING ALL CONFLICTING ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. EMERGENCY ORDINANCE BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NICHOLS HILLS, OKLAHOMA: Section 1. Chapter 3 of the Nichols Hills City Code, Section 3-3 (City Fee Schedule) is hereby amended, with new language underlined and deleted language dashed through, to wit: Sec. 3-3. Fee schedule. The following City Fee Schedule is hereby adopted. CITY FEE SCHEDULE Chapter 2. Administration Permit and inspection fees. (a) Connection to a storm sewer ..... $62.00 (b) Connection to a sanitary sewer, inside City ..... $117.00 (c) Connection to a sanitary sewer, outside City ..... $344.00 (d) Curb inlet ..... $99.00 (d e) Note: For other permit and inspection fees see Chapter 38: right-of-way use; paving and curb cuts; Portland cement, driveways and driveway approaches Engineering services performed by the City. (a) Paving plans. Where the City Engineer or his designated representative prepares paving plans, fees shall be the maximum permitted by state assessment paving laws.

911 VoIP service fee, per month ..... $0.50 Copies of existing public records Paper photocopy of an existing public record, including a paper copy of an existing electronic public record, per page not exceeding 8½” × 14” in size ..... $0.25 Certified copy of an existing public record, including a paper copy of an existing electronic public record, per page ..... $1.00 Copy of an existing oversized public record (with “oversized” meaning existing public records available in the specific sizes indicated below): *Image/aerial photo, 11” × 17”, color ..... $5.41 *Image/aerial photo, 11” × 17”, black and white ..... $2.79 *”Image/aerial photo” includes but is not limited to zoning maps, subdivision maps, and aerial photos. **Line drawing, 11” × 17”, color ..... $1.62 **Line drawing, 11” × 17”, black and white ..... $0.56 **”Line drawing” includes but is not limited to engineering plans, atlas sheets, and contour maps. Additional fee to reduce the size of any public record to 11” × 17” in size not to exceed the actual cost to the City for engaging the services of a business to reduce the record, which is required for any public record exceeding 11” × 17” in size before the City can fulfill any request to reproduce the record. Electronic copy of existing computer data or documents onto City-issued disc, electronic copy of existing computer-generated reports onto City-issued disc, copy of an existing CD onto City-issued CD, and/or copy of an existing DVD onto City-issued DVD, per disc ..... $4.00 Plus the following additional charge, as applicable in specific cases: the actual cost of any hardware and software that are not in the possession of the public body, that would not otherwise generally be required or used by the public body, and that are specifically required to fulfill the request and reproduce the record in computer-readable format with deletion of confidential data. Copy of an existing photograph: One 5” × 7” photograph provided as a picture on photo paper, each ..... $3.00 One or more photographs provided as an electronically recorded file on City-issued media (CD, DVD), per disc ..... $25.00 Additional fee to recover the direct cost of total time spent searching and copying existing public records, to be charged only when the request (i) is solely for commercial purposes; or (ii) would clearly cause an excessive disruption of essential City functions, as determined by the City manager or his designee, calculated for each one minute of time spent to search and copy, per minute ..... $0.30 Provided, in no case shall this additional fee be charged when the release of records is in the public interest, such as the release of records to the news media, scholars, authors, or taxpayers seeking to determine whether City officers or employees are honestly, faithfully, and competently performing their duties as public servants. Payment in advance of the above fees for copies of existing public records may be required by the department director or his/her designee. Collection fee on unpaid amounts owing to City ..... 25% of amount owing Charge for insufficient funds checks ..... $25.00 Chapter 3. City Fee Schedule Convenience Fees for Online Transactions Online payments, per transaction ..... $3.00 Chapter 4. Alcoholic Beverages On or after October 1, 2018: The words, terms, and phrases used herein shall be given any meanings defined for them in 37A O.S. § 1101 et seq. Certificates of zoning code compliance and fire, health and safety code compliance $125.00 Occupation tax - Payable annually from the date of initial payment of the fee as reflected on the City Clerk’s records. The listed occupations are classified as to the type of license issued by the Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission. Brewer License ..... $1,250.00 Small Brewer License ...$125.00 Distiller License ..... $3,125.00 Winemaker License ..... $625.00 Small Farm Winery License ..... $75.00 Rectifier License ..... $3,125.00 Wine and Spirits Wholesaler License ..... $3,000.00 Beer Distributor License ..... $750.00 Retail Spirits License ....$605.00 Retail Wine License ..... $1,000.00 Retail Beer License ..... $500.00 Mixed Beverage License Initial ..... $1,005.00 Renewal ..... $905.00 Mixed Beverage/Caterer Combination License ..... $1,250.00 On Premises Beer and Wine License ..... $500.00 Caterer License Initial ..... $1,005.00 Renewal ..... $905.00 Annual Special Event License ..... $55.00 Quarterly Special Event License ....$55.00 Hotel Beverage License Initial ..... $1,005.00 Renewal ..... $905.00 Charitable Auction License ..... $1.00 Charitable Alcoholic Beverage License ..... $55.00 Annual Public Event License ..... $1,005.00 One-Time Public Event License .....$255.00 Brewpub License ..... $1,005.00 Chapter 6. Animals Animal impoundment fee .....$25.00 Plus boarding and administration costs, per day ..... $15.00 Dog and cat annual administrative regulation, inspection and license fee ..... $5.00 Chapter 8. Buildings and Building Regulations Oklahoma Uniform Building Code commission fee for issuance or renewal of building permits ..... $0.50 Reroofing permits and inspections Reroofing permit fee ..... $85.00 Inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 Registration of electrical contractors and journeyman electricians Electrical contractor Initial registration ..... $150.00 Renewal registration .....$75.00 Journeyman electrician Initial registration (for each journeyman electrician) ..... $50.00 Renewal registration (for each journeyman electrician) .... $25.00 Fences Building permit fee ..... $50.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 Appeals fee ..... $750.00 Swimming pools and related structures building permit fee .....$50.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 Registration of plumbing contractors and mechanical contractors Plumbing contractor or mechanical contractor Initial registration ..... $150.00 Renewal registration .....$75.00 Journeyman plumber or mechanical journeyman Initial registration (for each journeyman) ..... $50.00 Renewal registration (for each journeyman) ....$25.00 Building movers and demolition contractors Permit fee to engage in the business of moving or demolishing buildings ..... $150.00 Permit fee to move or demolish a building ..... $1,250.00 Registration of general contractors Initial registration ..... $150.00 Renewal registration ..... $75.00 Permits and revocable permits for signs (per sign) ..... $300 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 System Development Charges for new or modified water and/or sewer service – see Chapter 46 of this fee schedule. Chapter 10. Businesses Solicitation and peddler permit investigation fee ..... $75.00 Solicitation exemption certificate investigation fee ..... $5.00 Business Sponsored Event/Sidewalk Sale Permit fee ...$50.00 Residential sales permit fee ..$20.00 Bail bondsman fees Permit fee ..... $50.00 Activity fee ..... $5.00 Pesticide applicator permit fee ..... $50.00 Tree serviceman and tree sprayer Permit fee ..... $50.00 Examination fee .....$10.00 Coin-operated device or machine annual permit fee ..... $29.00 Chapter 12. Cable Television Application for grant, renewal, modification or transfer of franchise New or initial franchise ..... $750.00 Renewal of franchise ..... $750.00 Transfer of franchise ..... $500.00 Modification of franchise agreement ..... $250.00 Any other relief ..... $250.00 Application for grant, renewal, modification or transfer of revocable permit

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From page 4 New or initial revocable permit ..$750.00 Renewal of revocable permit ..... $750.00 Transfer of revocable permit ..... $500.00 Modification of revocable permit ..... $250.00 Any other relief ..... $250.00 Chapter 14. Courts, Fees and Costs Municipal judge compensation (monthly administrative fee) ..... $1,000.00 1250.00 Associate judge compensation (per court session conducted) ..... $500.00 750.00 Court cost ..... $25.00 Late fee ..... $10.00 Court costs for warrants ..... $5.00 Witness fees in court, per day of attendance ..... $2.00 Plus, per mile traveled ..... $0.05 Chapter 18. Emergency Management and Services Penalty charge for invalid alarm To police department ..... $50.00 To fire department ..... $50.00 Alarm system permit reinstatement fee ..... $20.00 Medical service program participation fees, per month Single-family residential utility customers ....$2.95 Multifamily residential utility customers ..... $2.95 Chapter 20. Environment Floodplain variance filing fee ..... $25.00 Chapter 24. Health and Human Services Food service operator certificate fees Certificate issuance or renewal .. $5.00 Replacement of lost, damaged or stolen certificate ..... $5.00 Temporary mobile food vendor permit fees One-day permit ..... $20.00 Thirty-day permit .... $30.00 One hundred eighty-day permit ...$125.00 Chapter 30. Nuisances Weed abatement administrative charges. .$30.00 Chapter 32. Offenses Hovering aircraft permit fee ..... $10.00 Chapter 34. Parks and Recreation Revocable Permit for private social activities requiring permit ..... $20.00 Chapter 36. Solid Waste Business permit for collecting and hauling recyclable materials from residences or businesses, annual fee ..... $150.00 Collection and disposal charges Single-family residences Lots and building sites having frontage of 100 feet or less, per month ..... $42.62 43.47 Lots and building sites having frontage of more than 100 feet, per month ..... $46.73 47.66 Duplexes Lots and building sites having frontage of 100 feet or less, per month per dwelling unit ..... $42.62 43.47 Lots and building sites having frontage of more than 100 feet, per month per dwelling unit ..... $46.73 47.66 Apartments and condominiums, per month per dwelling unit ..... $42.62 43.47 Commercial establishments Commercial rates*

4 ..... $25,830.00 6 and larger ..... $57,404.00 Meter monthly service charge, by meter size Meter size (inches) 5/8 × ¾ ..... $7.50 1 ..... $8.50 1½ .....$12.00 2 ..... $14.50 3 ..... $20.50 4 ..... $26.00 6 ..... $32.00 8 ..... $38.00 Fire prevention systems Connection fee ..... $500.00 Security deposit for hydrant flush meters ..... $1,000.00 Monthly service charge or standby fee, based on service line diameter Service line size (inches) 2 ..... $5.00 3 ..... $10.00 4 ..... $15.00 6 ..... $20.00 8 ..... $25.00 10 ....$30.00 Water well permit fee ..... $100.00 Wells with heat exchange systems special permit fee ..... $100.00 Fee for disconnection of water service due to delinquency and non-payment ..... $25.00 Sewer service rates and charges Base monthly charges Single-family residential units Nichols Hills base rate ..... $8.38 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) ..... $0.82 Two-family residential units with one water meter Nichols Hills base rate ..... $16.76 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) ..... $0.82 Two-family residential units with separate water meters for each user Nichols Hills base rate ..... $8.38 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) ..... $0.82 Apartment houses/other multifamily dwellings Nichols Hills base rate, per unit ..... $8.38 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) ..... $0.82 Commercial property Nichols Hills base rate, per unit ..... $8.38 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) consumed ..... $0.82 All other units, properties or users Nichols Hills base rate ..... $8.38 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) consumed ..... $0.82 Premises from which water from private well is discharged into City sanitary system ..... $20.00 Or amount determined by application of above rates, whichever is higher Premises located outside corporate limits of City Not less than ..... $20.00 Not more than ..... $50.00 Plus, Oklahoma City wastewater treatment rates as follows: Effective for utility bills issued from January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019: Base rate ..... $7.08 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) consumed ..... $3.87 Effective for utility bills issued from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020: Base rate ..... $7.29 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) consumed ..... $4.12 Effective for utility bills issued from January 1, 2021 and thereafter: Base rate ..... $7.51 Plus, per 1,000 gallons of water (or fraction thereof) consumed ...... $4.38 Wastewater System Development Charge (capacity fee) for new and upgraded sewer taps, by property water meter size (not charged for replacement sewer taps) Meter size (inches) 5/8 × ¾ ..... $1,658.00 1 ..... $2,763.00 1½ ..... $5,527.00 2 ..... $8,843.00 3 ..... $19,343.00 4 ..... $34,818.00 6 and larger ..... $77,379.00 Drainage Fee ..... $3.00 per month

*Plus a 10% administrative fee added to the monthly bill of each commercial establishment. 25 yd Recycling Roll-Off Container Per haul ..... $147.47 152.19 Industrial rates 35 yd compactors Per haul ..... $316.76 326.89 Per wash out ..... $153.76 158.68 Disposal rate, per cubic yard ..... $6.11 6.31 Waste fee/charge, per month ..... $0.25 Chapter 38. Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places Revocable permit for parade, public meeting, public celebration or demonstration ..... $15.00 Revocable right-of-way user permit application fee New or initial permit ..... $750.00 Renewal of permit ..... $750.00 Transfer or modification of permit ..... $250.00 Right-of-way use fee, per linear foot of facilities located in public right-of-way (for all facilities other than franchisees) ..... $2.00 Use fee for each streetlight pole used to hang a banner ..... $15.00 Banner installation and removal—Per pole if installed by the City ..... $36.00 Banner installation and removal—Deposit per pole if not installed by the City ..... $115.00 Street boring permit fees For boring no greater in diameter than 14 inches ..... $250.00 Plus, per lineal foot ..... $2.00 For boring greater in diameter than 14 inches ..... $100.00 Plus, per lineal foot ..... $2.50 Paving or curb cut permit fee ..... $115.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 If curb is core drilled ..... $75.00 Plus, per opening ..... $10.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection . $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 Portland cement construction, repair or replacement of driveways, driveway approaches, or portion thereof, located on street, parking or other public easement or property ..... $115.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 All other Portland cement work ..... $115.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 Application to close public way or easement ..... $1750.00 Chapter 40. Subdivisions Plat and planned unit development application fees Preliminary plat ..... $3,500.00 Final plat ..... $3,500.00 Planned unit development ..... $3,500.00 Deed approval application fees Lot line adjustment deed approval application fee ..... Metes and bounds tract deed approval application fee ... Lot split deed approval application fee ..... Combined lot deed approval application fee ..... Chapter 42. Taxation Telecommunications services Inspection fee, annual ..... See City Clerk Service charge ..... See City Clerk Chapter 44. Traffic and Motor Vehicles Impound fee ..... $100.00 Chapter 46. Utilities Utility service deposit ..... $250.00 Water service restoration fee ..... $25.00 Water rates Charge for gallons used, per 1,000 gallons First 10,000 ..... $6.38 10,001 to 25,000 ..... $6.44 25,001 to 40,000 ..... $6.49 40,001 to 50,000 ..... $6.54 50,001 to 100,000 ..... $6.59 100,001 to 200,000 ..... $6.64 200,001 to 400,000 ..... $6.70 In excess of 400,000 ..... $6.75 Water meter installation and service charges Installation of water meter on service line, by meter size Meter size (inches) 5/8 × ¾ ..... $750.00 1 ..... $1,150.00 1½ ..... $1,250.00 2 ..... $1,650.00 3 ..... $2,200.00 4 ..... $2,700.00 6 ..... $4,200.00 8 ..... $5,150.00 Plus MXU Installation Fee ..... $165.00

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Water System Development Charge (capacity fee) for new and upgraded water meters, by meter size (not charged for replacements of defective meters of the same size, nor for existing single family residential water customers installing a second meter of no more than 5/8 inches in size to be used exclusively for lawn and landscaping irrigation) Meter size (inches) 5/8 × ¾ ..... $1,230.00 1 ..... $2,050.00 1½ ..... $4,100.00 2 ..... $6,560.00 LPXLP 3 ..... $14,350.00

Chapter 50. Zoning Redistricting, rezoning of land, special permit, use permitted on review, variance or exception fees ..... $750.00 Certificate of occupancy ..... $10.00 Off-street parking permit fee, annually ..... $5.00 Temporary parking permit for recreational vehicle or pickup truck, per day ..... $5.00 Technical code fees Building permits and inspections Base fee ..... $77.00 New construction, per square foot of floor space ..... $0.35 Plus plan examination fees ..... See below Remodeling and additions, per $1,000.00 of estimated remodeling cost ..... $4.50 Plus plan examination fees ..... See below Plan examination fees Residential Less than 1,000 square feet ..... $20.00 1,000 to 2,000 square feet ..... $25.00 Greater than 2,000 square feet ..... $35.00 Commercial Less than 1,000 square feet ..... $25.00 1,000 to 7,000 square feet ..... $60.00 Greater than 7,000 but not greater than 15,000 square feet ..... $80.00 Equal to or greater than 15,000 square feet ..... $105.00 Life and Safety (Commercial Only) Fire Sprinkler and Fire Suppression Plan Review ..... $0.02 per square foot Fire Alarm Plan Review ..... $0.02 per square foot On-Site Fire Sprinkler, Fire Suppression, and Fire Alarm Walkthrough $175.00 per visit – 50 Percent Walkthrough $175.00 per visit – 100 Percent Walkthrough Additional on-site inspection(s) due to non-compliance with applicable codes and/or deviations from approved plans will be billed at $50.00 per hour. Commercial buildings, office buildings, office space, per square foot ..... $0.10 Inspections New construction (fee includes up to 6 inspections) ..... $150.00 Each subsequent inspection after the sixth inspection ..... $30.00 Remodel or addition to structure (fee includes up to 4 inspections) ..... $100.00 Each subsequent inspection after the fourth inspection ..... $25.00 Electrical permits and inspections Basic permit fee, plus additional charges, as applicable, as listed below ..... $15.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..$35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection .....$55.00 Plus state fee (Uniform Building Code) ..... $4.00 Plus City fee (related to Uniform Building Code) $0.50 Temporary pole—1 year ..... $85.00 Temporary pole—6 months or less ..... $55.00 Less than 200 amp electrical service ..... $100.00 200—399 amp electrical service ..... $200.00 400 amp and larger electrical service ..... $400.00 Sub-panels ..... $10.00 Outlets (110 or 220 v.) Less than 100 ..... $100.00 100 to 199 ..... $200.00 200 or more ..... $300.00 General electrical ..... $35.00 Inspections (rough and final, etc.) First inspection ... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 Mechanical Basic permit fee, plus additional charges, as applicable, as listed below ..... $15.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection . $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection .....$55.00 Plus state fee (Uniform Building Code) ..... $4.00 Plus City fee (related to Uniform Building Code) ..... $0.50 Additional fee for installation of the following fixtures Heat and air—4 ton or less (per unit) ..... $45.00 Heat and air—5 ton and above (per unit) ..$60.00 Plumbing Basic permit fee, plus additional charges, as applicable, as listed below ..... $15.00 Plus inspection fees First inspection ..... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection .....$55.00 Plus state fee (Uniform Building Code) ..... $4.00 Plus City fee (related to Uniform Building Code) .. $0.50 Additional fee for installation of the following: Bathroom ..... $30.00 Kitchen ..... $65.00 Laundry room ..... $21.00 Wet bar ..... $10.00 Sewer tap—New ..$500.00 Sewer tap—Replacement ..... $100.00 General plumbing (Hot water tanks, sewer repair, etc.) ..... $35.00 Sprinkler ..... $40.00 Fire sprinkler Less than 20 ...$45.00 20 or more ..... $65.00 Gas outlets ..... $15.00 Gas service ..... $25.00 Water service ..... $25.00 Storm sewer tap ...$75.00 Inspection fees (rough and final, etc.) First inspection .... $30.00 Second inspection ..... $35.00 Third and each subsequent inspection ..... $55.00 Signs Sign permit (other than on public rights of way) ..... $75.00 Continued on page

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CALENDAR NEWS EXHIBITS Through Aug. 31 • Art Exhibit Carpe Artem Gallery is pleased to showcase the stunning new beaded portrait "Iron Shell" by Mvskoke Creek and Seminole Artist Joe Hopkins. This likeness of Sicangu Lakota Chief Iron Shell is brought to modernity with a kaleidoscope of color, a hallmark of Hopkins contemporary pop art approach to Indigenous subjects. The image measures 48" x 72" and is composed of 39,951 beads, each painstakingly placed over a period of 80 hours. Hopkins is a CarpeCreator who has found a home at Carpe Artem Gallery. His work can be seen during regular hours, Tues. – Sat. from 12-5 pm. Iron Shell will be on display through Aug. 31. Sealed bids will be accepted until that time. Carpe Artem is an eclectimodern experience that showcases unique craftsmanship and contemporary artistry from 20 artists. Located on the verge of the Historic Paseo Arts District at 1104 NW 30th St in OKC, the gallery provides an imaginative adventure you won't find anywhere else.

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Aug. 29 • Virtual Walk The American Parkinson’s Disease Association (APDA) Oklahoma Chapter is hosting the APDA Oklahoma Virtual Optimism Walk on Saturday, Aug. 29. One of four virtual Optimism Walks happening on the same day, the Oklahoma Walk is part of a nationwide series of Optimism Walks that mobilize and inspire people to step up and help put an end to Parkinson’s disease (PD). There are approximately one million people living with PD in the United States and with more being diagnosed every day it is more important than ever to raise essential funds and awareness. Each and every virtual participant will help make a difference for those living with the disease today and to push for answers that will ultimately make PD a thing of the past. To learn more and register for the APDA Oklahoma Virtual Optimism Walk, visit apdaprkinson.org/OK or call (918) 7473747. For a full list of events and dates, visit the Optimism Walk section of the APDA website.

Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma recently donated 18,000 boxes of cookies to United Way of Central Oklahoma to support food

pantries and other nonprofit programs throughout the community. The cookies will be distributed to partner agencies of United Way of Central Okla., as well as Canadian and Logan counties to be used in various community programs including feeding programs for individuals experiencing homelessness, child care programs and resource centers for children and families in need. United Way of Central Okla. is coordinating the distribution of the cookies with the help of corporate partners Chesapeake Energy and 180 Medical. “With cookie season being cut short this year due to the pandemic, this was an opportunity to spread some joy and give back to those in our community who need it most,” said Shannon Evers, CEO of Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma.

Myriad Botanical Gardens has made the decision to cancel its annual Sonic Summer Movies series due to COVID-19 concerns. The movies had moved to Scissortail Park for more room however due to a spike in numbers it has been determined this is the best course of action to take for the safety of visitors, vendors and staff. We look forward to returning in 2021.

In response to COVID19, the Paseo Arts Association has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Paseo Arts Festival, which had already been rescheduled to Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 5-7.

RESCHEDULED Spring 2021 • OK Arts Conference The Oklahoma Arts Council has rescheduled the 2020 Oklahoma Arts Confer-

ence, moving the statewide convening of artists, nonprofit administrators, community developers, educators, and others to spring 2021. The conference is now scheduled to take place in Muskogee, May 5-7. Oklahoma Arts Conference presenters, sessions and other content will be announced in the coming months. The Oklahoma Arts Council will continue organizing virtual and online opportunities to meet needs and equip the arts sector to successfully confront the challenges of the COVID19 pandemic.

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According to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services (OKDHS), nearly 7,800 children are in DHS in custody. OKDHS estimates it will need approxi‐ mately 900 foster homes in 2020 to support children who are in need of safe, loving environments where they can grow and thrive. Sunbeam Family Services is ask‐ ing Oklahomans to open their hearts and homes by becoming foster parents. Sunbeam is a tra‐ ditional foster care agency provid‐ ing temporary care and support‐ ive services in a home environ‐ ment for children in OKDHS cus‐ tody in Canadian, Cleveland, Grady, Kingfisher, Lincoln, Logan, McClain, and Oklahoma counties. As one of the 14 private foster care agencies in Oklahoma, Sun‐ beam works to improve the safe‐ ty, well‐being and permanency of children from birth to 18 years of age by inclusively recruiting and

training new foster parents. The organization provides chil‐ dren in new placements with items from its basic need pantry such as clothing and hygiene items. Throughout the placement, Sunbeam staff monitors in‐home stability, attends court hearings and ensures the overall success of the child in foster care. While OKDHS works with bio‐ logical parents on a pathway to reunification, Sunbeam provides ongoing support to families through 24/7 case management, training and connection to resources, even during COVID‐19. Sunbeam Foster Parents must be at least 21 years old and can be single or married. To learn more about becoming a foster parent, or to support Sunbeam, visit sunbeamfamilyservices.org/ fostercare or contact Simyra Cooper at (405) 609‐8931, or scooper@sunbeamfamilyser‐ vices.org.

Oklahoma History Center to host seventh annual Back to School Bash as virtual event Each August the Oklahoma His‐ tory Center (OHC) hosts the Back to School Bash. This annual event brings together museums and other educational organizations to give educators the opportunity to learn about their resources and to plan for the upcoming school year. This year, the event has moved online, with registered organizations featured on the Oklahoma Museums Association’s Back to School Bash webpage at okmuseums.org. Participating organizations will highlight the programs, activities and materials they have developed for students. Educators will have the opportu‐ nity to easily explore resources available for their students throughout the state. As an added bonus, the OHC is sponsoring a Facebook Live door

prize giveaway on Thursday, Aug. 6, at 4 pm at facebook.com/okhis‐ torycenter. Each organization will donate a door prize, which will be given away to registered Face‐ book Live participants. To register to win a door prize, please visit okhistory.org/backtoschool. Museums and educational organizations can register to par‐ ticipate in the Back to School Bash until July 24. If your muse‐ um or organization would like to participate, go to okhistory.org/ backtoschool and click on the “Register Your Organization Today” button. The Oklahoma History Center is located at 800 Nazih Zuhdi Drive in Oklahoma City. For addi‐ tional information, please call Carrie Fox at (405)522‐0791 or visit okhistory.org.

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Emergency relief grants for cultural nonprofits Cultural nonprofits in Oklahoma City with financial hardship relat‐ ed to the COVID‐19 pandemic are eligible to apply for emergency relief grants through Allied Arts. Grants of up to $24,000 are available through the program, which is funded by a federal Com‐ munity Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation approved by the Oklahoma City Council. The grants are for local, cultur‐ al nonprofits that responded to the pandemic by expanding serv‐ ices or performing new services. Organizations are also eligible if they had a significant, pandemic‐

related revenue decline. “We greatly appreciate Mayor Holt and our City Council's confi‐ dence in designating Allied Arts as a sub‐recipient of these funds. Due to the devastating effects of COVID‐19, the arts community is in desperate financial need,” said Allied Arts President and CEO Deborah McAuliffe Senner. “These funds can, in turn, provide critical programming in low‐income areas and support local artists with careers that have been put on pause. The arts are playing a significant role in bringing hope to our communities as we miti‐

gate the effects of COVID‐19 cur‐ rently and in the long‐term recov‐ ery.” Eligible nonprofits must have a 501(c)3 designation, be designat‐ ed as an arts and cultural entity in its 990, have a certificate in good standing with the Oklahoma Sec‐ retary of State and provide servic‐ es within City of Oklahoma City limits. The nonprofit must also serve people in disadvantaged populations Grant funds may be spent on supplies, equipment or payroll. Funds may also be spent on things needed to expand services,

provide alternative services or mitigate the spread of the virus. Applicants must also describe the need for the funding request based on at least one of three rea‐ sons: an urgent need, benefit to a low‐ or moderate‐income area, and/or benefit to low‐ or moder‐ ate‐income Oklahoma City resi‐ dents. Grant recipients must provide interim and final reporting to Allied Arts that includes tracking of client/beneficiary data, pay‐ ments to artists and/or employ‐ ees, and number of people served. Applications are due August 10.

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Crossings to host Leadership Summit For the 19th consecutive year, Crossings Community Church is a host site for The Global Leadership Summit (GLS), the largest leadership event known today, on Thursday, Aug. 6, and Friday, Aug. 7. With a unique blend of world-class faculty recognized all over the world, GLS offers the opportunity to get refreshed, encouraged and equipped to face the new realities in leadership in the coming months. Individuals and teams can benefit from this kind of transferable training that’s as appropriate for businesses and nonprofits as it is for those in church leadership. If attending the event inperson at the Crossings Community Church OKC campus, 14600 N. Portland Ave. is not an option, attend using the GLS Online experience — tickets grant access to either option. This high-quality simulcast live from Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago fea-

tures fresh, actionable insight from a diverse 15member faculty which includes: • Craig Groeschel, senior pastor of Life.Church. • Amy Edmondson, professor of Leadership and Management, Harvard Business School. • Marcus Buckingham, best-selling author. • T.D. Jakes, senior pastor of The Potter’s House. • Paula Faris, senior national correspondent, ABC News. • Kaka, Brazilian retired soccer phenomenon. • Michael Todd, pastor, author, and social media influencer. The Summit is one of the most accessible and affordable opportunities

for leadership development. Explore various rates and register today at crossings.church/summit. Onsite lunch reservations are also available. Crossings Community Church is a Christ-centered church committed to live by faith, be a voice of hope, and be known by love. Crossings hosts services at its OKC campus, 14600 N. Portland Ave., at 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m., and 10:45 a.m. each Sunday. Crossings Edmond, 1500 W. Covell Rd., hosts services at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. each Sunday. Services are also available online at live.crossings.church Sundays at 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m., Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. and streamed each Sunday to Crossings Prison Campuses. If you would like more information about the Crossings Community Church and The Global Leadership Summit, crossings.church/summit or contact Christie Tyler by calling 755-2227.

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Sue Davis Kim Harrell Micah Kersh Dan Markus Connie Root Laura Shelley Shelle Sims Sunny Vo Kathryn L. Wertz July 28 Carrie Abrams Christy Arnold Tracy Cooks Suzanne Ellis Polly Griffin Evelena Hoback Steven Huffman Kevin Lafalier Elizabeth Price July 29 Cindy Batt Shane Chucoski Amy Hartwig Larson Keso Tucker McHugh Mitzi Shultes Terry Stradal Mireille Taft Robert Thompson III July 30 Lori Baker Brandon Bethea Chelsea Clark Conner Coles Jonathan Cromwell Daren Mack Shea Mosley Morgan Sandefer

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NOTICE OF FILING PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME To Whom It May Concern: Take notice that (a) Yajaira Melissa Calidonio, as next of friend of Alondra Calidonio has filed in the above court a Petition to have the minor childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name changed as follows, to-wit: From (a) Alondra R. Calidonio to (b) Alondra R. Winslett; and that the same will be heard by the Honorable Judge Andrews of Oklahoma County, in the County Courthouse, located at 321 Park Avenue, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102, on the 13 day of August, 2020 at 2:45 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock p.m.; and that any person

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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 24, 2020; Friday, July 31, 2020; Friday, August 7, 2020) NOTICE BY PUBLICATION No. FD-2020-750 In the District Court within and for said County and State. State of Oklahoma,

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In accordance with Title 62, Oklahoma Statutes 2011, Sections 353 and 354, as amended, notice is hereby given that the City of The Village, Oklahoma, will receive bids by sealed bid, facsimile bid, electronic (ParityÂŽ) bid or similar secure electronic bid on the 17th day of August, 2020, at 11:00 A.M., Central Time, in the Council Chambers at City Hall located at 2304 Manchester Drive, The Village, Oklahoma, 73120, for the sale of $3,270,000 Combined Purpose General Obligation Bonds, Series 2020 of said City, which Bonds will mature as follows: $170,000 on September 1, 2022, and $170,000 annually each year thereafter until paid, except the final maturity due September 1, 2040, shall be in the amount of $210,000. The City Council will convene at 7:30 oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;clock, p.m. at said location and date to consider the bids and take action to award the Bonds; provided, however, the City Council reserves the right to convene said meeting as a video and/or teleconference, as permitted under the Oklahoma Open Meetings Act. Said Bonds shall be sold to the bidder bidding the lowest true interest cost the Bonds shall bear, and agreeing to pay par and accrued interest for the Bonds. The lowest true interest cost will be calculated by doubling the semi-annual interest rate necessary to discount the debt service on the Bonds to the price bid for the Bonds. The date from which the annual true interest rate will be calculated is September 1, 2020. Each bidder shall submit with his bid a sum in cash, cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s or certified check, electronic (wire) transfer or financial surety bond payable to the Treasurer of the City, equal to two (2%) percent of the par value of the Bonds, or $65,400. If a Financial Surety Bond is used, it must be from an insurance company licensed to issue such bond in the State of Oklahoma, and such bond must be submitted to the City or the Financial Advisor prior to the opening of the bids. The Financial Surety Bond must identify each bidder whose Deposit is guaranteed by such Financial Surety Bond. The City reserves the right to reject all bids.

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Oklahoma City FRIDAY, Friday, July 24, 2020, Page 9

Dolores Wanzer celebrated 90 years with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The party was hosted by her children Gary and Jana Baccus and Mike and Pam Wanzer. At left: Grandson, Drew Baccus with wife Whitney, Spencer, Jax and Banks.

Also attending the party were, Link Wanzer, Brooke and Stephen Troy and Jax and Spencer Baccus. Gary and Jana with the birthday girl!

Above: Dolores with granddaughter Ashley Baccus.

All Metropolitan Library System locations roll back to Phase I services Phase I services include curbside pickup of books and other material. Customers will also be able to drop off books to the drive‐up and walkup outdoor book drops. Materials are held for 72 hours quarantine after return before being available for another checkout. Customers can still explore online programming and digital materials. Holds of books, CDs, DVDs and other material can be placed in the catalog at www.metrolibrary.org, or they may call (405) 231‐8650 if they don’t have access to the online catalog or want to request tailored book suggestions. Customers will be notified when their

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holds are ready at their chosen loca‐ tion. To pick up holds, customers should call that library’s phone num‐ ber when they have parked outside and a staff member will deliver the pre‐bagged holds to their trunk, truck bed or SUV cargo hold. “While during Phase 1 there won’t be customers in the physical build‐ ings, we hope that continuing to pro‐ vide online programming, holds and curbside pickup can help serve our customers,” Chris Kennedy, Metropol‐ itan Library System Deputy Director of Public Service said. Phase 1 will continue until further notice from libary officials.

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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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Integris addresses mask science and confusion OKC FRIDAY first called for everyone to wear a mask in May. This week President Trump appeared in a mask and said it was “Patriotic.” INTEGRIS sent the following explanation of the science and confusion. As the number of coronavirus cases continues to grow at an alarming rate across the state, using a mask, along with other preventive measures such as social distancing and frequent handwashing, has been scientifically proven to slow community spread. That’s why INTEGRIS has strongly urged all caregivers to make it their personal responsibility to wear a mask when out in public as well as in the hospital, and why the health system is encouraging all fellow citizens across the state to join in and wear a mask for their own sakes and the sake of others. Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization now recommend that everyone over the age of two wear a mask while in public settings. Earlier in the pandemic both organizations

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recommended the opposite, which has caused confusion among the public about the effectiveness of masks. But why did these recommendations evolve? Evolution is a basic tenet of scientific inquiry. Scientists let their opinions develop and transform as better information becomes available. In the beginning, there was legitimate concern in the health care community that the limited supply of surgical masks and N95 respirators needed to be saved for health care workers. Also earlier in the pandemic, scientists understood little about the scope of the coronavirus spread, so the original CDC guidance was partly based on what was thought to be low disease occurrence. But the CDC changed its guidance in favor of

masks as more people became infected and scientists gained a clearer understanding that both pre-symptomatic and asymptomatic transmissions were common. Viral load peaks in the days before symptoms begin and speaking is enough to expel virus-carrying droplets. The Science of Masks As more has been learned about the spread of COVID-19, there has been a growing body of evidence showing just how effective masks can be. Health experts also say the science is clear that the more people wearing masks, the better. The latest forecast from the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation suggests that 33,000 deaths could be avoided by October 1 if 95 percent of people wore masks in public. To summarize in a nutshell, here are three quick reasons to wear a mask: To protect your loved ones: When you wear a mask you protect others by preventing the spread of your own germs. To protect the community: More people wearing masks results in better protection for everyone.

Wear your mask. Stop infecting other people and shutting down businesses. 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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Students

Our Class of 2020 All Stars describe best teachers Compiled by Rose Lane Editor We asked the members of OKC FRIDAY’s All Star Scholarship and Leadership Teams to describe an educator who has had a profound impact on them. The following are their responses. CROSSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dr. Randy Baker, AP English Literature “Dr. Baker has had a sincere impact on my education, as well as my life. He ignited my passion for learning and challenged me to read for pleasure and get out of my comfort zone. He also deeply cares about me as a person and prepares me for success.” — Delaney Barghols Helen Denman, AP Chemistery “Mrs. Denman’s challenging class prepared me for my future studies and solidified my love for science and chemistry. She instilled in me the value of hard work by constantly pushing me to reach my fullest potential. This is something I will carry with me in every area of life.” — Olivia Rouse Tammy Jensen, Student Council Advisor “Mrs. Jensen has invested

in me and sought out my potential. She has always pushed be to be my best self and taught me how to lead with love and intentionally.” — Kennedy Faith Campbell Mr. Lau, AP Biology “Mr. Lau rewakened my love for science with his enthusiasm for his subject and his willingness to help us understand the material. He showed me the joys of learning about God’s creation and taught me that science doesn’t have to be stressful — it’s actually very interesting and enjoyable.” — Olivia Savill Kristin Willingham, Willingham Academy Homeschool, English, Science, Math, Language “Even though I finished my high school career with a great year at Crossings Christian School, I owe a majority of my education to my mom, who taught me at every level through my junior year.” — Nicholas Willingham Janetta Jonte, AP Language and Composition “Ms. Jonte always encouraged me to go beyond what I considered my best because she know I can do great things. Not only have I learned from her academically, but also spiritually and emotionally. It is because of

POINTER From Page 1 was elected as president and is currently serving her third term. Under her leadership, membership has increased from 23 members to approximately 200. Revenue has also increased. Sister Cities International Oklahoma City has eight sister city partnerships with Ulyanovsk, Russia; Haikou, China; Kigali City, Rwanda; Puebla, Mexico; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Tainan, Taiwan; Taipei, Taiwan; and Piura, Peru. “We are very excited to honor Mary Blankenship Pointer as SCI’s Volunteer of the Year,” said Leroy Allala, president & CEO of Sister Cities International. “Mary’s passion for sister cities shines in the work she does not only with Oklahoma Sister Cities, but also as a member of the SCI Board of Directors.

her that I am now unafraid to reach into the unknown.” — Madeline Horning Helen Denman, Pre-AP Chemistry, AP Chemistry, AP Physics “Mrs. Denma has been an influential teacher for me during high school. She has always pushed me to work harder to learn and understand intricate material. She demonstrates what it means to be passionate about one’s job and I hope to demonstrate this same level of passion in my future.” — Jacob Clinkenbeard DEER CREEK HIGH SCHOOL Eric Lyons, Photography 1&2 “Mr. Lyons has always pushed my peers and me to be better. He has shown me my passion for photography.” — Brice Fuller

Student Council Sponsor “Miss Donaghue demonstrates an exceptional level of care and interest in her student’s lives in and out of the classroom. While I don’t get to be her student anymore, I know that she will continue to be there for me in every way, no matter how far life takes me.” — Grace Trigler Shane Martin, Francis Tuttle Technology Center Computer Science Academy, Chemistry, Physics “Mr. Martin has definitely had a great impact on my life. I have had him as a teacher for three years and he is one of the few teachers that I have met that dedicates time for his students even while being swamped with other work.” — Vinayak Gopakumar

Laura Crawford, English “Mrs. Crawford showed me how important it is to have people in your life who truly care to see you become the best you can be. She showed me the art in literature and always made sure we on a path that would make our lives more beautiful.” — Caitlyn Kiehn

Stephanie Harris, Francis Tuttle Technology Center, Microbiology “Ms. Harris is a mentor and encourager. Her support throughout my junior year research project helped me discover a passion for research. Her hard work and persistence inspired me to continue my research in spite of obstacles. Thank you Ms. Harris for showing me a path I didn’t know existed.” — Chandler Dean

Katie Donaghue, AP United States History and

Karen Evans, Francis Tuttle Technology Center,

“She continues to be a great example of what Sister Cities International strives to do, grow and promote citizen diplomacy to a global level.” In 2019, Sister Cities Oklahoma hosted the Chinese New Year, the Global Achievement Luncheon, a Kigali Reception, a Taiwan Reception and an Asian Culture Celebration. Due to the increased visibility, Sister Cities International OKC was invited to attend the following in 2019: Naturalization Ceremony, the Shanghai Opera Symphony Orchestra, Oklahoma International Trade Representative Reception, Sovereignty Symposium and the Asian Night Market Festival. She has also helped organize events including Cinco de Mayo, Consular Corps Summit and Bridges to Peace which hosted the Institute for Economic Empowerment of Women. Sister Cities International OKC was invited to attend a recep-

tion with the Moscow Ballet as well. In January, the Mayor and the Oklahoma City Council approved their eighth sister cities relationship with Piura, Peru. Pointer organized a delegation to travel to Piura to meet with the governor, the mayor, the Chamber of Commerce and several universities. The delegation was scheduled to depart on May 19, but unfortunately, the trip will be rescheduled for a different time due to the pandemic. When Pointer heard about the lack of medical infrastructure, she made a recommendation to Sister Cities OKC to send $5,000 to Piura to purchase hospital supplies. To honor its three Latin Sister Cities, Pira, Peru; Puebla, Mexico; and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Sister Cities International OKC to donate money to the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to purchase food from local Latino restaurants that have been affected by COVID-19 to donate

Pre-AP Chemistry and AP Chemistry “Ms. Evans has profoundly impacted my understanding and love for chemistry. Her passion for her students at the Francis Tuttle Biosciences and Medicine Academy is shown through the countless hours she dedicates to her job, and she is the reason I plan to study biochemistry in the future.” — Kevin Kiedari Darby Cassady, Marching Band, Wind Symphony, Jazz Band “Mr. Cassady has had a profound impact on me because of his leadership, positivity and persistence. He has instilled a great discipline in me and has taught me to always strive for excellence in whatever I choose to pursue. His passion for music and life will always be an inspiration to me.” — Lily Rhodes Paula Reed, English, Key Club “One educator who has profoundly impacted me is my Key Club sponsor Mrs. Paula Reed. She epitomizes Key Club values: service, empathy, initiative and especially strength. Even through sickness and grief, Mrs. Reed continues to serve as Key Club sponsor. I am forever grateful for and inspired by her strength.” — Lauran Zheng

to Latino families that have suffered economically. Pointer works tirelessly to build bridges in their diverse community through cultural, education and economic impacts. Among all of her other achievements as the president of the Sister Cities International OKC chapter, she is a visionary — always looking for new ways to expand programs. As a resident of Oklahoma, she has contact with groups and organizations and jumps at every opportunity to pursue the Sister Cities International mission. She has additionally successfully chaired countless events for the community and loves to use her talents to help. The community has been educated on the importance of Sister Cities and believes the importance of Sister Cities is more important now than any other time in history. She believes the only way to solve their issues is to work together.

Excursions

Oklahoma City FRIDAY, Friday, July 24, 2020, Page 12

Keatings’ new puppy isn’t following the rules yet O

n one end of a leash at PetSmart was a saucy big white dog who was clearly in charge. The other end, tugging and being pulled, was attached to a grimacing but patient former Governor Frank Keating. The Governor had retrieved the big fluffy dog from grooming. We chuckled at his control over Annie because clearly Annie had her own agenda. Frank, always smiling and gracious, laughed with embarrassment and explained that she was a rescue that he and wife Cathy had adopted two months ago, and Annie hadn’t agreed to the rules yet. Annie is a beauty, but she hasn’t been able to get Gov. Keating into obedience school yet. We left the store in giggles as our former Governor was lurching into the pet tag machine and then into the shopping carts at Annie’s whim. • Husband Jerry and I are known for our deep soul-searching dialogues with one another, as in, “Do you think we need more mulch?” or “Why did you leave the peanut butter jar on the counter?” So, in that vein, he turned to me and

came up with something astounding, “Governor Keating was such an impressive and compassionate figure during the Oklahoma City bombing, I wish I’d asked him if he thought this world-shutting epidemic virus or the bombing would prove to be more impactful when history in Oklahoma reviews it.” What do you think? • Thank goodness I figured this out. It’s not the mid-afternoon Fritos and Kit Kat bar snack habit that is fattening me up — it is the vitamins! Shame on them — this is just so wrong. Your Vitamin C — requiring 2 = 15 calories, the D3s, same, and add in the nasty culprits of Calcium + D3 at 30 and you’re up 60 calories before you even drink coffee. Yes, they are “gummies,” but what’s the fun in vitamins if they don’t give you the pleasure of Gummy Bears? The gel texture is playful in my mouth as I like cute food. I figure I’m covering several food

Penny Replogle chose her Indian Maiden chapeau from her hat collection as she organized a drive-by birthday celebration for Susie Nelson.

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groups also with strawberry, peach, mango, tangerine, purple carrot juice and blueberry flavors. I note that an iron deficiency can cause a craving for nonfood items like paint chips (seriously, look it up). My artistic nature and love for colors would salivate over Renoir’s “Luncheon of the Boating Party” or, wow, a big chomp of the Mona Lisa. Yum. But before I add another chin I’m considering cutting back on vitamins. Do not even – THINK of suggesting it might be prudent to cut down on the other stuff. I can hurt you.

Above: Gennie Johnson and Kay Oliver dressed up for Susie’s birthday. At left: Not letting the virus rain on Susie Nelson’s birthday were Kitty Champlin and Suzie Hupfeld.