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Mayor's briefing: golf-cart ordinance reminders, vaccine clinics and fall community events
Summary
The mayor's briefing included a reminder about Wichita's golf-cart ordinance and upcoming enforcement education, a police 'Well Done' de-escalation example, a KU-led free vaccine clinic with a 500-dose goal, Old Cowtown Museum events, a city manager survey through Oct. 8 and a weekend Show and Shine car show.
The mayor's weekly briefing covered several community items, beginning with a reminder about a golf-cart ordinance the city council approved earlier this year and stepped-up education where complaints have arisen. Captain Aaron Moses of the Wichita Police Department said golf carts are permitted only on streets with posted speed limits of 30 mph or less, cannot be driven on sidewalks or pedestrian paths, require a valid driver's license, and have a minimum operator age of 16. He said insurance is required and described fines for lacking insurance "that ranges from $300 to $1,000." He urged residents to follow the rules and said the city will increase education in neighborhoods with documented violations.
In the same segment, Captain Moses opened the weekly "Well Done Wednesday" highlight by describing a recent police response where de-escalation training and an existing rapport with a person in crisis resulted in a safe outcome. "Thanks to de-escalation training, mental health awareness, and the steady compassion of our officers ... the situation ended safely," Moses said, adding the person accepted help and is now receiving support.
The briefing also included public-health and community announcements. Thomas Barnaby, a KU School of Pharmacy student, outlined Operation Immunization, a free vaccine clinic scheduled Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at four Wichita locations (Guadalupe main campus, Guadalupe South Hillside location, HealthCorps and GraceMed/Helen Galloway Clinic) with a stated goal of providing at least 500 vaccines for uninsured and underinsured residents.
James Quint, executive director of Old Cowtown Museum, described a homecoming celebration honoring Girl Scouts' long-standing relationship with the museum, with activities ranging from print-shop takeaways to animal interactions. The mayor also encouraged residents to complete a city manager survey available in English, Spanish and Vietnamese on wichita.gov through Oct. 8, and announced the 30th annual Show and Shine car show at the WSU parking lot Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.
No formal council votes or new regulatory changes were announced during the briefing; items were presented as reminders, event announcements and community outreach.
