- 21st Annual Sculpture Exhibition Attracts National and International Artists
- Good Neighbor Tips
- Lawrence Crews Aid Neighbor
- Frequently Asked Questions
21st Annual Sculpture Exhibition Attracts National and International Artists
Lawrence launched its 2008 Downtown Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition in June.
The annual exhibition has grown in popularity and reputation over its 21-year history. Sponsored by the Lawrence Arts Commission, the Lawrence Convention and Visitors Bureau and the City of Lawrence, the Lawrence exhibition has earned wide recognition and has even been featured in a popular travel guide.
This year’s exhibition features eight sculptures by national and internationally know artists.
2007 SCULPTURES
- The Queen of the Urban Sea – Rebecca Davis, Phoenix, AZ
- Double Wave – Mark Baker, Lafayette, IN
- Time Maker – Thomas Lingeman, Perrysburg, OH
- Castle Rock – Alan Detrich, Lawrence, KS
- The Guardian – Jan Gaumnitz, Lawrence, KS
- Retraction Device – Matt Moyer, Columbia, MO
- Conventional Apparatus – J. Karl Lipscomb, Pittsburg, KS
- The Conversation – Robert Carcia, Toledo, OH
Good Neighbor Tips
The City of Lawrence welcomes all new and returning students and we wish you a successful school year. We also want to remind you that being a good neighbor is easy:
Roommates – No more than 3 unrelated persons can reside in one housing unit in a
neighborhood zoned single family.
Noise – Music should not be heard outside of your house. It is illegal to play music from a vehicle that can be heard from 50 feet away.
Parking – Do not park on lawns or sidewalks. Vehicles parked on streets must be moved every 48 hours.
Bicycles – Obey all traffic laws and do not ride on downtown sidewalks. Don’t ride with headphones.
PUBLIC TRANSIT
KU students with a valid student ID may ride for free. Haskell Indian Nations University students with a valid student ID are eligible to pay a reduced fare of 50 cents.
Lawrence Crews Aid Neighbor
Manhattan Tornado Offers Experience
The June 11 tornado that struck Manhattan, Kansas damaged homes and businesses and left an estimated $20 million in clean up costs.
Each year, Kansas communities confront the aftermath of severe weather. And each year, communities reach out to help.
“Only a couple years ago Lawrence experienced a damaging microburst,” noted Chuck Soules, Director of Lawrence Public Works. “These situations provide ourcommunity with an opportunity to not only be a good neighbor, but they to offer our employees the hands on experience that helps keep Lawrence prepared.”
Lawrence Public Works sent three dump trucks, a backhoe and a utility truck with chainsaws and tools. Seven Lawrence Public Works staff spent a week hauling debris from homes that were completely destroyed to a temporary landfill 12 miles out of town.
“Our employees did a fine job in a professional and effective manner. By helping other communities in a time of need, it trains our crews and better prepares us on the effectiveness of having a plan,” said David Kraus, Field Supervisor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can do I report a broken water line?
Report all City of Lawrence (non-home) water and sewer related emergencies to the Department of Utilities at (785) 832-7800 during working hours. To report an emergency after business hours or on weekends and holidays, call (785) 843-2685.
How can I reduce my summer electric bill?
Unplug appliances and electronics and replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs). DVD players, coffee makers, etc. use electricity even when not being used. Unplugging can reduce electric bills by as much as 6%. CFLs use 1/3 less energy and last ten times longer. You’ll pay a few more dollars up front but will save about $30 over the life of each bulb.
5 ways to beat high summer gas prices:
- Tune up your car – be sure to change your air filter
- Take the T at least one day a week
- Share a ride – carpool to work
- Properly inflate your tires
- Ride a bike, skateboard or walk (and improve your health)