Welcome to CityBeat, a free weekly e-newsletter containing the latest news and information about the City of Bartlesville and related topics. Get yours delivered each week! http://bit.ly/2eaFETx | | Dee Roadman named golf course director | | |
Dee Roadman has been tapped to lead the newly reorganized Adams Golf Course, Assistant City Manager Laura Sanders announced Monday.
On April 7, Roadman will begin serving as director of golf for the course, which is temporarily closed to accommodate a major project that includes replacing all 18 greens on the course.
Initially from Florida, Roadman completed the Professional Golf Management Program and earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from Mississippi State University. He has worked as a golf professional in Owasso, Norman, Hutchinson, Kan., and Corvallis, Ore., and served as director of golf of Stevinson Ranch Golf Club in Stevinson, Calif., from 1999 until 2006. In 2006, he began serving in his current role of director of golf at Battle Creek Golf Club in Broken Arrow.
"Dee is uniquely qualified for this position as we transition Adams Golf Course through the Greens Replacement Project and other changes that have been ongoing at the course," said Assistant City Manager Laura Sanders. "He brings a wealth of experience from his many years of service in the golfing industry, specifically in overseeing a premier public golf course in our region of Oklahoma, Battle Creek Golf Club in Broken Arrow. We are excited to bring Dee onboard and can't wait for him to bring a new and fun experience to the golf patrons of Adams."
| Winds result in delay in AGC greens sodding | |
High wind gusts experienced by the Bartlesville area in recent weeks have displaced some of the topsoil on the newly reconstructed greens at Adams Golf Course and could cause delays in sodding, Assistant City Manager Laura Sanders said Monday.
"We have lost some of the topsoil on several of the greens due to high winds, so much of this work will need to be redone, unfortunately," Sanders said. "Jonesplan, the contractor on the greens replacement project, has been working with Golf Course Superintendent Jody Shahan to mitigate these issues, and while we know sodding will need to be delayed at least a week as the topsoil is replaced, we are still hopeful the project will be on-track to conclude as planned."
The project, which got underway last fall, includes the replacement of all 18 course greens, along with the nursery, chipping and putting greens, and upgrading the course’s drainage system.
Jonesplan was expected to finish the project by May 2; however, the delay could push that date back another week, Sanders said. The greens will not be ready for play until late August or early September.
The construction of temporary greens to allow for an earlier opening may be possible, Sanders said, assuming the contractor can complete the project as well as clean up the course and remove equipment in time.
"It will come down to how soon we can make the course safe for the public and make all the other changes that are necessary to reopen early," she said.
Contract and golf course personnel are watering the greens for 10 minutes every hour, including hand-watering, in hopes that the mix stays moist enough to stay in place during recurrent high winds, Sanders said.
"The sprinklers will likely cause the surroundings to get wet to some degree, which could prevent Jonesplan from finishing grading and sodding to full production levels on all unfinished holes," Sanders said. "They have been working to clean up the greensmix in the bunkers and the Tahoma areas, with extra work on hole No. 5, adding soil and grading and drainage. They hand-watered the mix on holes 4,5,6 and 7 so that they could keep the surroundings dry enough to continue some production. They were able to sod holes 4,5,6, and 7 last week. When the winds die down to normal again, and the surroundings dry out enough, they will be full-speed ahead again and will try to get back to full production."
Sanders said most of the greensmix loss occurred on "the hill," or holes 15, 17, and 10.
"Those holes lost up to two inches, and even more in some spots," she said. "Other greens lost approximately half an inch on average."
With the exception of the driving range, the course has been closed for play since last fall to accommodate the project. A new golf pro, Dee Roadman (see this edition of City Beat), will begin working with City leadership as soon as possible to determine fees, memberships, and other items related to the reopening of the course, Sanders said.
"We will have an announcement regarding these details very soon," Sanders said.
Watch City Beat for updates to this story.
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| | Citywide survey seeks input from residents | | |
A citywide survey aimed at gaining input on government services and measuring the quality of life in Bartlesville launched today. The survey was identified as a need in the Bartlesville NEXT Strategic Plan.
The National Community Survey (The NCS) was developed by National Research Center at Polco. The survey captures opinions on the economy, mobility, community design, utilities, safety, natural environment, engagement, and other elements of Bartlesville's overall livability. The results will show community strengths, areas of improvement, and what matters most to residents. The City will also be able to see how its performance compares to other communities across the country.
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Postcards will be mailed to randomly selected households this week (March 24) and next week (March 31).
- Households that receive an invitation are asked to follow the enclosed instructions and complete the survey.
- The survey will open to everyone on April 14.
- The survey closes on April 28.
“We strongly encourage all residents to take the survey. The more people who participate, the better data we will have to inform our plan,” said City Manager Mike Bailey. “This is an opportunity for everyone in the community to share their thoughts and shape the future of Bartlesville."
| | Golf carts recently purchased by the Bartlesville Police Department will be used to patrol city parks, the Pathfinder Parkway trail system, and for special events. | | Police department ramps up patrol on Pathfinder, parks | | |
Thanks to the addition of several park-friendly vehicles, Bartlesville Police Department has ramped up patrols at City-owned parks and recreational facilities in response to multiple complaints of trash and makeshift campsites, Police Chief Kevin Ickleberry said recently.
"In the past, we were somewhat challenged in accessing some of these areas, but thanks to a donation of a mini-truck by Phillips 66 last year, we have been able to assign officers to work the Pathfinder as a district unit. That means we have someone on the Pathfinder and working the parks 16 hours every day," Ickleberry said.
He said the department is currently unaware of anyone camping along Pathfinder or in City parks, and that police are working to keep the properties clear of trash as well.
"Our officers and Crisis Intervention Response Teams have worked to relocate the homeless population, as well as clean up the trash on the Pathfinder," he said. "We have made Pathfinder a priority and are utilizing the mini-truck, in particular, to haul off trash and campsites."
Ickleberry said bicycles have permitted access to previously hard-to-reach areas, and that new golf carts recently received by the department will also be used in the parks, Pathfinder and for special events.
"We are doing everything we can to ensure that our parks and trail system are safe and enjoyable for Bartlesville residents and visitors to our city," Ickleberry said.
| | Phillips 66 donated this mini-truck to the police department last year for patrolling parks and Pathfinder Parkway. | | Bicycles allow police officers to access areas in City-owned parks that are not available to other vehicles. | | Free City yard debris collection set for May 5-9 | | |
The City’s next free yard debris collection will take place the week of May 5-9.
Bartlesville residents can put their bagged yard debris or bundled tree limbs at their normal trash collection point on their normal trash day during the week of the event and City crews will come by and pick them up.
The collection is for the following items only:
- Leaves
- Grass
- Lawn clippings
- Limbs and branches if cut in lengths no longer than four feet and bundled (may not exceed 50 pounds)
During this event only, yard debris bags will not require yard waste stickers, and clear or colored bags are allowed.
The collection is for private residences only; no commercial collections will be made.
There is no limit on the number of bags a resident can put out for the collection. Extra bags or items of household refuse outside the cart must have the red refuse sticker attached.
For more information, contact the Solid Waste Department at 918.338.4130.
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Closure notice:
City facilities to close 3 hours for employee event
The following City facilities will be closed between the hours of 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27 so employees can attend the State of the City event:
- City Hall, 401 S. Johnstone Ave.
- Bartlesville Public Library, 600 S. Johnstone Ave.
- Bartlesville History Museum, 401 S. Johnstone Ave.
- Operations Center 1721 W. Fifth Street
The event, which is open to City of Bartlesville employees only, is held annually and includes updates about the City as an organization and employee recognition for excellence.
*Police and fire services will continue with no disruptions.
| | Hawe, Mayhew named March EAC Employees of the Month | | |
City Manager Mike Bailey, center, congratulates Neighborhood Services Officer Billy Hawe, left, and Neighborhood Services Abatement/Compliance Officer Deonte Mayhew after the pair were named the March Employees of the Month by the City's Employee Advisory Committee.
Hawe and Mayhew were selected for the honor after being nominated by fellow employee and Neighborhood Services Officer Ike Amaro.
"For the selfless act of kindness and without regard to the cold or frozen conditions of the day, I would like to nominate Deonte Mayhew and Billy Hawe for employee of the month," Amaro wrote in his nomination letter. "On Jan. 10, 2025, approximately 10 a.m., while headed west on Lupa Street, Deonte witnessed a vehicle stuck and not able to proceed up the street due to the conditions of the road. Deonte and Billy both exited the safety and warmth of their vehicles to push one of our elderly citizens from her stuck situation. While pushing this vehicle up the street, Billy slipped and fell on his face. Billy, with cat-like reflexes, bounced back to his feet and continued to push and help Deonte. For their exceptional care for one of our citizens and for going beyond their scope of employment, I believe Billy and Deonte should be considered for the employee of the month."
Hawe and Mayhew received eight hours of special vacation, $25 in Chamber Bucks, and a restaurant gift card.
To nominate a City of Bartlesville employee for Employee of the Month, email information to EAC@cityofbartlesville.org.
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Help wanted
Are you looking for a career that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits and an opportunity to serve your community? We've got you covered! Click here to view open positions and submit an application. For questions or more information, contact the Human Resources Department at 918.338.4221.
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Board, Committee & Commission Openings
The City of Bartlesville has numerous boards, committees and commissions that are driven by citizen volunteers. All citizens are encouraged and welcome to apply.
Board applications are available online and in the City Manager’s Office, located on the second floor of City Hall, 401 S. Johnstone Ave. Applications are kept on file for two years.
To view open committees/board positions, for more information or to apply, see www.cityofbartlesville.org.
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Check this out
Did you check out our annual report? The City of Bartlesville has released its first annual report, offering an in-depth view of the City’s performance for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The report’s goal is to showcase City operations, as well as offer a financial overview, updates on capital projects, public safety statistics, details of community development initiatives and spotlights on each department. The full report can be found here or by clicking on the photo above. Printed copies are available at City Hall, the Bartlesville Public Library and the Bartlesville Area History Museum.
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