GALENA PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK SALE
This Saturday, August 21, 2021 8:00am to Noon. 210 W 7th Street, Galena Ks.
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You Drink. You Drive. You Lose
The Galena Police Department will be joining other local and state law enforcement agencies across Kansas starting August 20 through Labor Day, September 6, in a crackdown aimed at removing drunk and other impaired drivers from the roadways during *You Drink. You Drive. You Lose.
It is illegal everywhere to drive while impaired, yet, in 2019, over 10,000 people in the U.S. were killed in drunk driving crashes. Impaired driving fatalities every day are the direct result of decisions people make. Driving after consuming ANY potentially impairing substance is a decision YOU make.
You know that it is wrong and dangerous. You tell yourself you won’t do it again, but you do. It’s time to stop.
Start a new habit, the habit of NOT driving to situations where you will be tempted to drink or partake in other impairing substances. Ask to ride with a non-drinking friend, designate a driver, or use one of the many other options available. Start today.
The You Drink. You Drive. You Lose enforcement campaign is intended to remind drivers:
“Don’t consume impairing substances and get behind the wheel. Impaired driving is a major cause of crashes and a danger not just to you and those riding with you, but to every single person on the road.
Make it a habit to have a sober driver lined up before you drink alcohol away from home.
We also want to remind everyone to always have your seatbelts on, it’s your best defense in case of a crash.
You can always count on this department to vigorously enforce impaired driving and other traffic laws, not just during this enforcement campaign but all through the year.”
Licensed Business Directory
Did you know that we have a section on our website for all City Licensed and insured businesses? Go to https://galenaks.gov/directory/ for more information.
Get your Brick Order In Now!
Residents, schools, organizations, tourists, churches and businesses may now leave a permanent mark on the City of Galena, Kansas. Through the Route 66 Brick campaign, sidewalks on Route 66 will be decorated with engraved bricks to commemorate the special occasions, people or places of your choosing. Your engraved brick will become a permanent part of Route 66 and create a lasting memory of the people, places and events that mean the most to you.
Celebrate. Remember. Memorialize.
Choose the Galena Route 66 brick campaign to memorialize what matters most—
Celebrate…
· A birth · Graduation · Marriage · Armed Forces
Remember…
· A loved one · Road Trip/Vacation · Anniversary
· Special occasions ·
The Galena Route 66 Brick Campaign is also a wonderful way to recognize your church, business, fraternity / sorority, or school.
Personalized brick pavers will be prominently displayed in a highly-trafficked area of the City’s Route 66 sidewalks to leave a lasting impression on the City and its residents for years to come.
Leave a Lasting Impression
Leave your mark on the City of Galena’s Route 66 by purchasing a customized brick paver as part of the Galena Route 66 Brick Campaign:
(For the small brick section) 4×8 – $50.00
• 18 characters per line recommended, 3 lines
(For the large brick section) 8×8 – $100.00
• 18 characters per line recommended, 6 lines
Add a Logo – $15.00 (example: Route 66, bulldog, military branch, etc.)
Donor Certificates – $10.00
Souvenir Bricks 1×5 – $25.00
Souvenir Bricks 3×3 – $30.00
For additional information please contact the City of Galena at 620-783-5265 ext 6.
Samantha Snell #207 Recognized during Graduation of the 274th Basic Class at KLETC
Officer Samantha Snell of the Galena Police Department was recognized by KLETC Executive Director Darin Beck and awarded a KLETC Certificate of Commendation for her actions in the performance of her duties. Officer Snell, along with Officer Grant of the Galena Police Department, risked their lives on January 18th, 2021, in an attempt to save victims of a fiery two-vehicle head-on crash.
Galena Police Department to conduct Enforcement Campaign near High Schools
Beginning February 22 through March 5, The Galena Police Department will join other law enforcement agencies in Kansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma with increased enforcement near high schools to raise awareness on roadway safety. Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for teens (15-18 years old) in the United States – ahead of all other types of injury, disease or violence.
“Even one teen death is unacceptable, please slow down, put the phone away or turn it off, and always buckle up.”
Officers will issue citations to any individual who refuses to obey the traffic laws, whether it is for speeding, texting or failing to buckle up. Remind teens that driving is a privilege and encourage them to learn about the importance of driving safely.
Patrol Officer Position
The City of Galena, KS is looking for professional, self-motivated, community oriented, individuals to apply for Police Officer positions.
TYPE: Full Time & Part Time
SALARY: Depending of Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants must be 21 years of age, a United States Citizen, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and good moral character. Applicant cannot have felony or domestic violence arrests. Law Enforcement certified preferred but not mandatory.
The City of Galena is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Applicants will be required to successfully pass a background investigation, psychological, physical, and drug and alcohol testing.
OBTAINING AN APPLICATION: To obtain an Application; Print from City Web Site: www.Galenaks.gov or request and return to: City Clerk’s Office at (620)783-5265, 211 W 7th Street Galena, KS 66739.
Main Street Project Inspection
On Tuesday January 12, 2020, Anderson Engineering will be Inspecting the Sidewalk Project along Main Street from Front Street to 7th Street. They will also be inspecting 7th Street from Joplin Street to Elm Street. This is a Quality and Warranty inspection to try to identify Construction issues which may exist. If you must park along Main Street on Tuesday; Please park and leave enough space so the Inspectors can have a clear view of all Sidewalks and Curbs. There will also be a Drone flying in the area to document the findings.