The CHEH Chronicle Newsletter by Oklahoma Gazette

The Newsletter of the Crown Heights-Edgemere Heights Neighborhood

ome celebrate! The 44th Annual CH-EH Fourth of July celebration is Monday, July 4. Events are scheduled beginning at 7 a.m., including:

5k and 10k Contact John Mackechnie for more information at 557-1093

11:15 a.m. – Pet costume contest Noon – Picnic

7 a.m. – Foot race

10 a.m. – Parade and float contest Line up at 9:30 on 38th by the park

Run begins at Crown Heights Park

INSIDE 4th of July......................................... 1 President’s Report ...........................5 Denton’s Framing ............................ 7

vegetable or dessert). Guests are welcome and are $5 per person.

Begins after the parade The CH-EH Neighborhood Association provides hotdogs and drinks. Each family is asked to bring two side dishes (salad,

Historic Preservation....................8,9 Lia’s Flowers .................................. 10 Memorial Marathon ....................... 12 Harry Potter Birthday.................... 13 Thank you’s..................................... 16

Join your neighbors for a day of family fun. Inflatables, games, egg toss, tug of war, 3-legged race and more!!!

Party Pics................................... 18,19 Recipes............................................ 21 Neighborhood Security..............22-24 Neighborhood Alliance..............25,26

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OFFICERS Patricia Ayling, President Shannon Purnell, Vice President Cathy Campbell, Secretary Judy Krueger, Treasurer DIRECTORS Lola Baker Kris Barnett Jane Clark Christine Eddington Cole Gallaway Katherine Johnson John Joyce Dann Mann

Dawn Rahme Tori Raines Sharon Reeves Julie Richardson Laura Steen Bob White Bronda Williams

For questions or assistance, please contact the appropriate committee chairperson: BLOCK CAPTAIN COORDINATOR Dawn Rahme. . . . dmrahme@phillipsmurrah.com CHRONICLE Amanda Bleakley. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 919-7169 amandab3@cox.net HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMITTEE Tori Raines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 940-782-8377 tori.l.raines@gmail.com SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Lola Baker. . . c. 405-592-9770/h. 405-525-7645 lola.baker2011@yahoo.com SOCIAL MEDIA Chris Eddington . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 517-3303 christine.eddington@gmail.com HOSPITALITY / NEW NEIGHBORS Kris Barnett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 590-9335 krisbarnett@yahoo.com LANDSCAPING & PARK Sharon Reeves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528-2967 reevsb48@cox.net MEMBERSHIP Laura Steen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 473-8861 llcsteen@gmail.com STREET LIGHTS & MARKERS Judy Krueger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 528-3917 vonkruegers@hotmail.com PET REGISTRY Marti Jourden & Keith Ball. . . . . . . . . . .528-5642 jourden1950@yahoo.com OKLAHOMA CITY ACTION CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297-2535

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT By Patricia Ayling

oes your block have a float yet for the 4th of July parade? It’s not too late! Many a float has been designed late in the night on July 3. Entries are accepted right up to parade time at 10 a.m. If you’re not going to be in the parade, we look forward to seeing you in your yards and on the Shartel median for the best neighborhood parade ever. After the parade, it’s time to move to the park for the Pet Costume Contest followed by the annual picnic and the “crowning” of the CH-EH Neighbor(s) of the year. Who will it be this year? You have to show up to find out! Don’t forget to bring a side dish or dessert. The neighborhood association provides the hotdogs, soda, water and beer. If you missed this year’s Heights Benefit Party, named this year Heights Derby Day Party, you missed a fantastic event. Bids were flying and money was raised all while the women wore beautiful hats and the men looked dapper. I wonder what next year’s theme will be? For sure it will be another “do not miss” event. A huge thank you to Bronda Williams, party chairperson, for an amazing job. Have you heard about the possible new boutique hotel at the NE corner of NW 38th and Classen? The historic building, originally built as luxury apartments, is under contract with one of our own neighbors, Jason Little. He and his wife have wonderful plans to repurpose the building into a gem. When you see them, be sure to ask about their plans. I think you’ll be very intrigued! Did you know there’s an Urban Farm just south of CH-EH? Commonwealth Urban Farm is located at about 33rd and Olie. The farm was formed out of a small group of people who began meeting in the fall of 2010 with the common goal of turning vacant lots in NW OKC into productive green spaces that would benefit the local community. Since then, many more people have joined in to initiate and develop the urban farm, composting site and educational programming. Many of our neighbors help with this effort and attend workshops provided by the group. For more information, visit commonwealthurbanfarms.com. What are your plans for the summer? Will you be going to the lake, taking a more expansive vacation possibly overseas or maybe just relaxing as much as possible? Summer means different things to different neighbors. Whatever your plans are I hope you have a happy and safe summer and that you find a bit of time to spend with your neighbors.

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At Denton’s, Framing is All in the Family By Lincoln R. Ferguson

genuine smile and quick “how can I help you?” greet each customer as they walk into Denton’s Picture Framing & Supplies. That friendly service has been handed down from one generation to the next, in hopes to provide customers a one-ofa-kind experience. Denton’s opened on Classen Avenue nearly 75 years ago when Jack and Maxcine Denton founded the company in 1942. Over a couple decades, several members of the Moad family worked for Denton’s. In 1984, John and Mike Moad, with their father SL Moad purchased the company from the Dentons. The Dentons stayed closely connected to the business, assisting in the transition. Today, the business continues to operate much as it did threequarters of a century ago. “We’re all family here,” Megan Towery said proudly. Towery, John Moad’s daughter, manages the current operation. Whether it’s Megan’s brother helping you size your frame just right, or maybe it’s her sister-inlaw running the cash register — chances are you can link most of Denton’s staff, back to the Moad family. Denton’s offers a wide array of services, including framing, matting and even custom artwork. “People are surprised sometimes by the things we are able to do,” Towery said. “We specialize in conservation and quality framing.” Towery explained the shop uses only wood and metal, no poly or plastic, ensuring the best quality work. Designing the perfect frame can be a daunting task. From

choosing the right matte or liner to deciding between various glass types, Denton’s will walk you through each aspect. “We each have a lot of experience to help you with designing your frame. Our hope is you don’t feel like you’re on your own. We’re here to guide you,” Towery said. Besides framing, many members of the Moad family are also skilled artists. That passion for artistry has led to offering a place for local artists to display their work. “For years and years, we have distributed prints and now we have original, local art. Any local artist is welcome to bring by their masterpiece to be displayed in the shop,” Towery said. But framing has been and will always be the focal point of the store. They’ve had some pretty big-name customers. While she didn’t want to put their names in print, she said they are thankful and lucky to have had the opportunity to build relationships with them over the years. Towery added the fact that each day is different. The current project of the day was framing an animal skin with a painting on it. They are also shadowboxing Eskimo spears from the 1800s. The Moad family gets a front-row seat to history, seeing so many unique and historical items come through their doors. While the Moad family continues the legacy started by the Dentons all those years ago, Towery assured none of it would be possible without their customers.

“We like to hear that people are pleased, and when they come back, we know they are!” Towery said. So whether you are needing a new art piece framed, or maybe a memento placed in a shadow box, or even a diploma preserved for a recent graduate, stop by Denton’s and join the family. photos by Lincoln R. Ferguson

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NEIGHBORHOOD STORY

Hiya from your Crown Heights Historic Preservation Committee! By Tori Raines

s many of you know, our neighborhood is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. What you might not know is that several years ago, we as a neighborhood petitioned to have certain zoning and design guidelines placed on our properties (those dreaded HP Guidelines and the reason you have to apply for a Certificate of Appropriateness). Before you grumble about “the man” taking away your property rights, it’s important to remember that (possibly before you became a neighbor) WE chose this! And the reason we chose this? Look to your left, right, across the street and behind you: Do you see any McMansions being constructed

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atop the rubble of a wonderful original home, threatening to kiss your property line with its massive and totally out of place size and scale? NO! Do you instead see steadily rising property values and a cohesive neighborhood that is considered a true gem within Oklahoma City? Do you see around you what feels like a vision of “Leave it to Beaver,” with families, kids and pets out walking the streets and socializing in the park together? Do you see a neighborhood association that has been going strong for over 40 years, striving to make our little ‘hood as homey as it can be? YES! Please bear these images and thoughts in mind when you approach historic

preservation guidelines. They don’t have to be frightening, and we are (I am) here to help you navigate the process! We want you to maintain, repair and improve your home not only so that it suits you and your family, but also so that it continues to live on for future generations to love. For those reasons, we’re here (along with the City of OKC) to make it as painless as possible to do these things. We will be posting notices in upcoming newsletters about which of your neighbors (by address only, no names will be mentioned) are currently applying for CA’s, and what project they’re applying to do. This is not to tattle on anyone but instead to highlight them for

going through the appropriate process (yay you!) and to encourage anyone else who is thinking about applying for a CA to see that it’s not so scary and you’ve got lots of neighbors who are already making it happen! As always, please feel free to email me if you’ve got questions/ concerns/fears or just want to say hi. Let’s make HP mean “Happy People!” One of the best ways to do that is to help get you familiar with the rules! So climb aboard, here are some quick facts about submitting an application for a CA (Certificate of Appropriateness):

Common work that may NOT require a CA: When in doubt • minor repairs (exactly matching existing) of wood elements like siding, trim, porch flooring • Spot re-pointing of brick to match historic mortar in color, texture and composition (re-pointing of more than 50% of a wall requires a CA) • Painting previously painted materials (you MAY NOT paint concrete that was not previously painted) • Planting or removing of trees Upcoming Activities from HP By Katie McLaughlin Friddle, Historic Preservation Officer, City of Oklahoma City The Oklahoma City Planning Department has a number of ways for residents to get involved over the next few months.

In April, the Oklahoma City Planning Department launched PreserveOKC, the development of the City’s first citywide historic preservation plan. This is an effort to comprehensively and proactively identify historic resources throughout Oklahoma City and to identify a range of approaches to encouraging the preservation and revitalization of Oklahoma City’s many historic neighborhoods, commercial districts, buildings and sites. A public meeting was held April 5, with future meetings to come as a draft plan is developed. To find out more, visit www.okc.gov/ planning. You can also contribute your thoughts via an online survey atsurveymonkey.com/r/ preserveokc. The HP Commission will once again be offering hands-on workshops for wood window repair in Fall 2016. These workshops train participants in

the methods of repairing and maintaining all components of historic wood windows, keeping them weather-tight, retaining the character of the structure and preventing costly replacements. Anticipated dates are Sept. 16 and Oct. 22-23, 2016. Visit okc.gov/ planning for more information — additional information and registration to come. Finally, the Planning Department has recently developed a possible new zoning tool titled the “Traditional Neighborhood Overlay.” This is intended as a tool for neighborhoods or areas with a unique or traditional character or development patterns, anywhere in Oklahoma City. It would provide some guidance and design review for major projects, while allowing flexibility for more minor activities. Contact kathryn.friddle@okc.gov for additional information.

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NEIGHBORHOOD STORY

Lia’s Flowers By Rene Jenkins

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beautiful bouquet or a long-lasting flowering plant is a traditional gift for a woman, but I have recommended that both men and women keep fresh flowers in the home for their beauty, fragrance, and the lift they give our spirits.” Andrew Weil I couldn’t agree more. A beautiful bouquet of flowers makes a room awake with the splendor of the outdoors. And nothing is prettier than a bouquet from your own backyard. However, most of us don’t always have the best flowers for indoor bouquets. But as I have talked about before, just down the street from our neighborhood is a local farm, and along with lots of vegetables and herbs, they also grow beautiful cut flowers. CommonWealth Urban Farms along with Guilford Gardens grow these amazing flowers that are right here in our own backyards. You are not getting flowers that have travelled hundreds or thousands of miles—they’re just a bee’s flight from your home. I have long admired the flower arrangements of Lia Woods who is the owner of CommonWealth. I remember last year being in a local store, and I noticed some beautiful flowers by the register, and I thought “those look like flowers from Lia,” and sure enough, they were. Lia takes sun lite lilies with a dusting of Butterfly Blue along with sweet little snapdragons or an array of soft whites and greens with fluffy sprays of dill, creating a tranquil oasis or a harmonious balance of purple hues that would soften the edge of anyone’s frantic day. It’s really

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quite charming to walk into her farm shed and see all those wonderful flower bouquets sitting there looking so lovely and cheerful. I always want them all! This season, Lia will be offering a Slow Flower Coupon that gives five flower bouquets for $60, which you can spread throughout the season or get them all at once. She also offers simple farm designs for weddings or baby showers. They really are small masterpieces in a jar! One visit to that little shed under the trees will say it all! Commonwealthurbanfarms. com 3310 N. Olie Ave., OKC, OK 405-524-1864 Special thanks to Marilyn Stewart, owner of Wild Things Nursery, for donating native pollinator flowers to our Crown Heights flower gardens. Can’t wait to see the butterflies! Thank you, Marilyn. Wildthingsnursery.com

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

Harry Potter Birthday Bash

unday, July 31, A Date With Iris will host the 2nd Annual Harry Potter Birthday Bash outside the shop at 4201 N. Western. Butterbeer will be served by Katiebug’s Shaved Ice, along

with Hogwarts themed drinks. Activities include a Sorting Hat, Potions Class and Quidditch. A “Free the House Elves” sock drive will benefit the Homeless Alliance.

Costumes are encouraged and general contests will be held. New this year is the Escape OKC’s Tri-Wizard Maze.

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Thank you’s

he annual Crown HeightsEdgemere Heights Benefit Auction and Party was a great success. With over 100 items donated from local businesses, our neighbors and artists from our neighborhood, we raised over $10,000. We had over 200 people attend the event with many attendees sporting Derby hats! We even had a jockey dressed in his jockey silk attend! Well, maybe it was a neighbor dressed as a jockey, thanks Jacob Reeves! We could never have pulled such a grand event off without the support of our sponsors. A huge thanks goes to Win Sponsor: Legacy Cleaners – Eden and Monte Turrentine Place Sponsors: Wendy Chong with Re/Max Preferred Pickrel and McBride Families Show Sponsors: Patricia and Rick Ayling Lola Baker – Re/Max First Reality Betsy and Dub Brunsteter Maggie and Phil Clayton Malena and Brent Crandall Julie Johnson – Re/Max First Reality Paul Sund and Claudia San Pedro Richard Cudjo and Paula Root

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David Gipson – Gipson Design Patty and Roland Tague Bob White Thanks to Freeman’s Liquor Mart and Alan Carter/ Constellation Brands Beer Division for the donated libations. Thank you to all of the following restaurants for providing the delicious food: Sushi Neko, Deep Fork Grill, The Wedge, Sauced on Paseo, Cool Greens, 42nd Street Candy Co., Grand House and Iron Star. With the effort of neighbors working together and volunteering our neighborhood is the best in Oklahoma City. If you would like to join in and volunteer for the annual CH-EH auction and party next year or if you would like to volunteer for any other social events our neighborhood offers, please contact me. Bronda Williams Heights Derby Day Chair and CH-EH Board Member brondamwilliams@att.net By Kris Barnett and Jane Clarke The very festive and fun Crown Heights-Edgemere Heights Auction and Party requires a lot of good eats to

feed the hungry partygoers. Thankfully the neighborhood is surrounded by very generous and gracious restaurateurs whose chefs are creative and good at what they do. The next time you are trying to figure out where to take your family for dinner on your night out, consider one of the following restaurants who stepped up to make a delicious contribution to our lovely neighborhood.

— one vegetarian and one for meat eaters! Their hours are Monday-Thursday & Sunday 11 a.m.-10 p.m. and Friday & Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Coolgreens, located at 6475 Avondale in Nichols Hills, donated two very large Greek salads and one huge specialty salad. Both were delicious and enjoyed by all! Their hours are Monday through Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-7 p.m. They also have a spacious patio.

Raising Cane’s, located at 2036 NW 23rd St., donated 100 chicken fingers along with a huge sampling of all their great sauces. Now I know why my kids love Canes so much! Their hours are Sunday-Thursday 10 a.m.-11 p.m. and FridaySaturday 10 a.m.-12 a.m.

Guernsey Park, located at 2418 N. Guernsey Ave. (off NW 23rd St.), donated a large tray of a specially created rib appetizer. If you arrived at the party late, you probably missed these ribs as they went fast. Guernsey Park is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday and lunch only on Sunday. Pizzeria Gusto, located at 2415 N. Walker, donated two huge and delicious pasta salads

Pop’s, located at 6447 Avondale in Nichols Hills, donated two large trays, each with a different specialty sandwich. They looked as good as they tasted! Pops is open every day of the week from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sauced on Paseo, located at 2912 Paseo Drive, donated authentic New York style pizzas and Mediterranean hummus. Tucked in the heart of the Paseo Arts District, Sauced has a spacious outdoor patio perfect for taking in the bohemian atmosphere. They are open Monday 5 p.m.-11 p.m., Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-11 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-12 a.m., and Sunday 11 a.m.-11 a.m. In case you are unaware, Sauced delivers in

CH-EH! Call to place an order at 521-9800. Iron Star Urban Barbeque, located 3700 N. Shartel Ave., donated their famous mac and cheese (not just for kids)! They can prepare bulk orders to be picked up or delivered for your next party. They also have two private dining rooms for special events. Specializing in fine dining with smokehouse flavor, Iron Star is open MondayThursday and Sunday from 11 a.m.-10 p.m., and FridaySaturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Come check out the BBQ, salads, sandwiches and burgers at this neighborhood tradition! The Wedge Pizzeria, located at 4709 NW Western and

230 NE First St., donated a plethora of specialty pizzas. They specialize in rustic Italian wood fired pizza using fresh local ingredients. Two great locations with great food and a fun hipster atmosphere offer indoor and outdoor seating. The Wedge on Western is open Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-3 p.m. / 5 p.m.-10 p.m., Friday 7 a.m.-3 p.m. / 5 p.m.-11 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. and Sunday 10:30-10 p.m. The Wedge in Deep Duce is open MondayThursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m.-11pm, and Sunday 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Check out the Grab N Go Breakfast for only $5 at the Western location. Deep Fork Grill and Seafood located at 5418 N. Western donated chicken brochettes

that disappeared upon arrival! Next time you need food for a party, chicken brochettes are your answer. Deep Fork is a classy restaurant serving New American cuisine, local brews and fine wine. They’re open Monday-Thursday 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday 11 a.m.11 p.m., Saturday 4 p.m.-11 p.m., and Sunday 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Want to impress a client or special person? Take them to experience mouth-watering steaks, fresh seafood, pastas, salads and homemade desserts at Deep Fork!

lovers dream with chocolates from Paris, Belgium and all over the world! Not into chocolate? Check out the jelly bellies, sours, gummies, divinity and so much more. Creative gifts, jewelry and greeting cards will keep you entertained for hours. Gift baskets and candy buffets can be special ordered for all special occasions. Explore this unique store for a nostalgic step back to your childhood!

42nd Street Candy Store, located at 4200 N. Western, donated a decadent dessert tray and a candy basket for the auction. This is every chocolate

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RECIPES IN THE HEIGHTS

Summertime Recipes Gaucho Chops

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Ingredients 4 Tbsp. Chimichurri Steak Dressing & Marinade 1/2 cup warm water 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1/2 cup olive oil 1 Tbsp. cornstarch 1 Tbsp. kosher salt 4 large bone-in pork chops

Ingredients 4 Tbsp. ghee* 1/2 cup brown sugar 2 Tbsp. Ras el Hanout 1 cup pineapple juice 1 fresh pineapple, cored and sliced into 1/2 – to 3/4 – inch rounds

Notes This is a delicious use of Savory’s Chimichurri created by foodie Frank Bookhardt via Lucky 3 Farm in Louisburg, NC. Directions Steep Chimichurri in the warm water for 15 minutes. Stir in vinegar then slowly whisk in olive oil to create a marinade. Place pork chops in a bowl or zip-top bag with marinade and refrigerate for 4 hours or up to overnight. Let meat come to room temperature when ready to grill. Wipe any excess marinade from pork chops and set them on a baking sheet; reserve remaining marinade. Mix cornstarch and salt in a small bowl and dust both sides of each chop with the mixture; this helps the meat form a nice crust when grilled. Grill over mediumhigh heat to desired doneness then let chops rest for 5 minutes. While chops are grilling, place reserved marinade in a small saucepan and simmer until thickened into a sauce, about 5 to 10 minutes.

Notes *See our recipe for homemade ghee. Butter can be used in place of ghee. Directions In a medium saucepan, melt ghee with brown sugar and Ras el Hanout. Add juice, bring to boil and simmer to reduce liquid to thicken. Preheat grill to medium-high and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Brush pineapple slices with curry glaze and grill for 5 to 10 minutes per side, until tender and grill marks show. (Take care not to overcook or slices will fall apart when you pull them off grill.) Remove from grill and serve. Serving Suggestions Serve warm with ice cream or top with crème fraîche or plain Greek yogurt mixed with our Spiced Vanilla Bean Sugar. Serve as a side atop our Caribbean Coconut Rice. Yields-6 servings Thanks To Tenashia Pharms, Savory Spice Shop—South End/Charlotte, NC employee

Grilled Corn & Lima Bean Relish Ingredients 6 small or 4 large ears of corn 16 oz. bag frozen lima beans 1 small red onion, small dice 1/2 cup Chimayo Vinaigrette* 1 red bell pepper, small dice Chopped cilantro for garnish Notes *Click here for the Chimayo Style Vinaigrette recipe. Directions Preheat grill. Husk and clean corn. Place corn cobs on grill and cook until tender and charred, about 20 minutes, turning cobs every 5 minutes or so for even cooking. Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of salted water to boil. Add lima beans and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse lima beans with cold water. When corn is done, allow it to cool, then slice the corn kernels off the cobs. Place corn, lima beans, onion and red pepper in a large bowl. Toss with Chimayo Style Vinaigrette. Serving Suggestions Serve cold or at room temperature topped with chopped cilantro for garnish. Use as a side or condiment for any Latin-inspired dish. Great with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos. Yields-4 cups

Serving Suggestions Serve chops topped with marinade sauce. Great with a side of Peruvian Lime Yellow Rice. Yields-4 pork chops Thanks To Frank Bookhardt via www.lucky3farm.com

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SECURITY UPDATE

PREVENTION WORKS By Nancy Waller

efore moving to Crown Heights in 1993, I lived for 15 years near Shepherd Mall. That neighborhood had made attempts to organize a “citizen security patrol,” especially after a burglary ring (according to police) targeted our neighborhood. Our patrol was anemic at best, and only a few neighbors carried most of the load. I still remember one neighborhood meeting where we were told that in response to crime in their area, CH/EH had instituted a professional security patrol: “Their crime rate went down 90% in the first month.” As you can see by the attached diagram, over 20 years later, CH/EH continues to have significantly less crime than our adjacent neighborhoods. I believe this is a direct result of our ongoing commitment to 24-hour paid security patrol. At the time of my old neighborhood’s burglary problem, we invited police to our meetings. We were told that burglars can be in and out of a house in less than 5 minutes — often before police can respond to an alarm. They also predicted what happened to me: a burglary, then a return hit three months later, after I had replaced the stolen items. As a result, I installed barred doors, front and back, and barred a window that would have provided easy entry. I wasn’t robbed again — but my neighbor down the street wasn’t so lucky: they kicked in his front door at 5 o’clock on a Sunday afternoon! Private security systems may prevent some burglaries — though professionals often risk it because they are in and out so quickly — but they do nothing to deter

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criminals from entering our neighborhood. Our paid patrol is traveling our streets all day and all night, with an eye out for suspicious persons and unfamiliar vehicles. The patrol is empowered to stop and enquire, making sure they have legitimate business in our neighborhood. If you notice a suspicious-looking person — or vehicle — loitering on your block, would you want to approach and ask why they’re there? Would you want your spouse to ask? I see moms pushing baby strollers along our streets, or playing with little kids at the park. We enjoy freedom, security and a sense of safety that few other non-gated neighborhoods provide. Is that because some of us have burglar alarms? I think it’s because CH-EH neighbors have paid for a professional 24-hour security patrol. Remember: the patrol can be at your house faster than police. It can be called to investigate unfamiliar activity when you might hesitate to call police. The patrol also helps keep solicitors to bare minimum. In short… private security patrol = prevention. CH-EH is often described as an “Ozzie & Harriet” place to live. That’s because we feel safe here: safe to jog at 5 a.m. when it’s still dark, safe to come home at midnight and walk from the

garage to the house, safe for our kids to walk or bike to school, safe to be working in our front yard without worrying that someone is coming in our back door . . . Just yesterday, a friend whose older parents live in northwest OKC told me of an incident that happened last fall: his parents were coming home from shopping and passed a car driving slowly in the other direction. They pulled into their garage, the man opened his door to get out — RIGHT THERE, a gun at his temple, the gunman saying, “Give me your money or I’ll kill you.” The policeman who answered the call said that the attacker was probably scouting for an opportunity, saw an elderly couple, turned his vehicle around to follow them and acted fast while they were unsuspecting and vulnerable. The traumatized victims moved within 2 months to a gated community.

We can’t have gates here in CH-EH. We can’t prevent all crime. But the numbers speak for themselves. For over 20 years, our paid security patrol has prevented crime on our streets and in our homes. Currently only half of our neighbors pay the cost of the patrol, which is split evenly among all members (currently $55 per month). A recent newsletter reported that we are very close (a couple of months) to cutting back patrol hours, due to cost. If every neighbor joined, the cost would be reduced by 50%; every added member reduces the cost for all. If you join, it will mean continued 24-hour crime prevention. Having lived with both an in-home security system (then) and a 24-hour professional patrol (now), I can tell you which makes a better neighborhood. Please join the Security Association and pay your fair share keep us all safer.

NEIGHBORS DISTURBED EAST OF WALKER By Fred Krueger

ur last report covered 38th St. east of Walker. Now 39th St. east of Walker suffered from a professional burglar that neighbors saw but did not report his disturbing appearance and longtime stay in one neighbor’s backyard. This man, dressed in a work vest with green florescent strips, knocked on doors offering to trim trees. No one asked to see his City license for doorto-door sales or service. After an absence of three hours he returned, entered a house through the rear door and proceeded to bag jewelry, check books, personal clothing items and other items of no great value

as well as a large amount of family personal money records. Then picking up the keys for a vehicle in the garage, he opened the garage door, loaded the stolen items in the vehicle and drove away. Later that day, the Police on a vehicle tip arrested the man at a shopping center and later returned the vehicle and stolen items to the neighbor. The burglar is now in jail and may be connected to several other burglaries in OKC. What can CH-EH neighbors learn from this incident? Here are a few ideas to ponder and put into action.

1. Get to know your neighbors and especially those who stay at home most of the day. Tell them your work hours and when you have someone performing work in your home or on your property. 2. If you see someone spending time on your neighbors property and you do not recognize them or have not been told of any work being done, call Security if your neighbor is a member. An officer will be there within 5 minutes to check it out. If not a member of Security, call the City Police who will make a visit within the hour.

3. Do not leave the doors unlocked nor make the lock easily accessible by using an indoor no key lock by a glass window. Do not leave the key inside and in the door lock. 4. Place car keys, house keys and personal property keys in a hidden place. 5. Do not leave keys in an open car. Do not leave the garage door opener in your car when unlocked. 6. Lock dog doors when leaving your house for an extended period, especially if you have a friendly dog. continued | page 24

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7. Make windows locked with locks, which can be opened only from the inside. 8. Security members should report all doubtful incidents on Security member’s property to the Security phone line. Otherwise call the Police. Security 405-232-1036 9. Ask all persons knocking on your door if they have a City permit to sell or solicit work. Do not let them in your house. Ask to see the permit. If they cannot produce one, ask for their name and call Security (if you are a member) or call Police. Remember neighborhood girls that you know who sell Girl Scout cookies, do NOT need a permit.

Please remember that Security cannot by law enter a nonSecurity member’s property. However Security does follow “strange” persons and checks on persons sitting in parked cars. The Security officer usually suggests that person rest in some other neighborhood or city area, Since two of the persons burglarized east of Walker were not Security members, the Security officers knew nothing of the incidents until a Security Board member told them. Security cannot stop a professional burglar unless they are told something peculiar is happening on a security member’s property. So CALL and get the word out to them in a timely manner. Security 405-232-1036

The incident reported above was never reported to Security.

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By Barbie Smalley Community Organizer Neighborhood Alliance

reate Great Neighborhoods returns for 2016, courtesy of OG&E. Oklahoma City neighborhoods can compete throughout the summer to earn one of three Positive Energy® cash awards ($2,500, $1,500 or $1,000) for their neighborhoods. Create Great Neighborhoods encourages neighborhoods to adopt sustainable practices to conserve natural resources, reduce household energy costs and strengthen and beautify their communities. Your neighborhood’s job is to spread the message of energy conservation and sustainability by using the tools we provide to all who participate. Between

now and the end of September, neighbors can be creative in recruiting participants and enter via the online application form at nacok.org. Your neighborhood will be eligible to win a share of the $5,000 Positive Energy ® cash award! Award winners will be announced on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at the Good Neighbor Awards Banquet. Watch the Neighborhood Alliance website for more upcoming news on how to get your neighborhood to qualify. Call Jayme Shelton at 405.528.6322 for more information.

OKC Animal Welfare hosts New Dog Workshop first Saturday of each month. If you are thinking of getting a new dog or have just gotten a new one and need some support, OKC Animal Welfare has the workshop for you. On the first Saturday of every month, OKC Animal Welfare and A New Leash on Life are partnering to bring you the Your New Dog Workshop. Each workshop will be held at the OKC Animal Shelter at 2811 SE 29th St., and the first is set for 11 a.m. May 7, and the rest will

follow at the same time. “We are committed to helping pet owners be as responsible and knowledgeable as possible,” said Animal Welfare Superintendent, Julie Bank. “This workshop will help pets stay in homes and will strengthen the bond between people and animals.” Topics covered in the workshop will include how dogs think, learn and communicate, and how to deal with common challenges

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Neighborhood alliance By Barbie Smalley Community Organizer Neighborhood Alliance like house training, jumping, barking, chewing and living with multiple animals. The workshop will also cover how kids and dogs can live together, along with appropriate games for kids and dogs to play. All ages are invited, but please leave your dogs at home. No RSVP is required. Email awinfo@okc.gov or call (405) 297-3100 for more information. Neighborhood Traffic Safety Traffic Complaints If citizens have a traffic complaint about an occurring situation that poses an immediate threat (emergency situation), please call 911 for a police response. Traffic complaints regarding ongoing issues such as chronic speeding, running stop signs or other traffic hazards in neighborhoods can be emailed to OCPD. Your complaint will be reviewed by a police supervisor for assignment to an officer. To register a traffic complaint to the Oklahoma City Police Department, email your detailed message to ocpd. trafficcomplaints@okc.gov, including the specific location and specific examples or call the police non-Emergency line at (405) 231-2121. Work Ready Oklahoma Been searching for work for 6 months or more?

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Underemployed for 6 months or more? Work Ready Oklahoma has FREE resources (education, training, job placement connections and other career services) to help you get hired! Learn how we can help if you have some postsecondary education, work experience or interest in the following industries: › Management/ Business › IT/Computer › Financial Services › Teaching › Architecture › Engineering › Healthcare › Accounting › and more… Visit www. workreadyoklahoma.com to learn more and click on the “CHECK YOUR ELIGILITY” button to find out if you qualify. Or, call 405.418.3923. The Uptown 23rd Farmers Market is an interactive bi-monthly market to engage local communities, promote sustainability, and provide a family-friendly atmosphere. They will have 12 Markets during the 2016 Season. Coffee with a cop Panera Bread and Neighborhood Alliance would like to invite you to Coffee with a Cop. Join us at one of the following locations this year to meet your Police Community Relations Officer. Free coffee will be provided to the first 45 neighbors at each event. Coffee with a Cop will be held from 8-10am on the dates listed below. Dates/Panera Bread Location: › June 1, 2016 10600 S. Penn Ave. › July 6, 2016 4401 W. Memorial › August 3, 2016 6410 SW 3rd St. › September 7, 2016 6800 N. Western Ave. › October 5, 2016 10600 S. Pennsylvania Ave.

A word from one of our Police Community Relations Officers: Sgt. Erick Huff, Springlake Patrol Division It’s May again already and we find ourselves in the middle of tornado season. Tornadoes are one of nature’s most powerful forces. We will find our regularly scheduled programs interrupted by our favorite meteorologists just as the show is about to climax and last week’s cliffhanger is about to be revealed. Even though we dislike our favorite show being interrupted, they are sharing valuable information and giving people a chance to prepare for impending weather. Here are a few things you should know during this time of year: > A Tornado Watch means tornadoes are possible in your area and you should stay tuned to the radio television news. > A Tornado Warning means a tornado is either on the ground or has been detected by Doppler radar. Seek shelter immediately! Before a Tornado: › Have a disaster plan. › Make sure you know which county you live in. › Prepare a disaster supplies kit for your home and car. Include a first aid kit, canned food and a can opener, bottled water, battery operated radio and flashlight, important documents like I.D.s, and birth certificates. If you are at home during a tornado: › Go to a windowless interior room on the lowest level of your home or if you have one a storm cellar or basement.

› Stay away from windows. › Get under a piece of sturdy furniture such as a workbench or heavy table or desk and hold on to it. › If you are in a mobile home, get out and find shelter elsewhere. If you are at school or work during a tornado: › Go to a basement or to an inside hallway at the lowest level. › Avoid places with wide span roofs such as auditoriums, cafeterias, large hallways. › Get under a piece of sturdy furniture. › Use your arms to protect your head and neck. If you are outdoors during a tornado: › If possible, get inside a building. › If shelter is not available or there is no time to get indoors, lie in a ditch or low-lying area or crouch near a strong building. Look out for flood waters which may also fill low areas If you are in your car during a tornado: › Never try to drive faster than a tornado in a vehicle. Tornadoes can change direction quickly and lift up a car or truck and toss it through the air. › Get out of the car immediately and seek shelter in a nearby building. › If there is no time to get indoors, get out of the car and lie in a ditch or low-lying area away from the car.

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By now you should have received the latest CH-EH Neighborhood Directory! Notice your information is missing? Need to update your information? New to the neighborhood and want to be included? Look for an email later this summer asking for all of this! We will include an insert in the fall Chronicle with these updates to our directory. Make sure your correct email address is in our system by emailing it to Laura Steen, Membership Chair: llcsteen@gmail.com.

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