Puppy Peddlers A Problem Without Licenses
The peddler who sells his wares from a roadside stand is a part of American legend. But if they are doing it in Sand Springs, they need a City license. The same goes for individuals selling puppies or other pets in parking lots of local businesses. The City of Sand Springs has regulated peddlers and solicitors for decades – with the most recent revision to its ordinances occurring in 2005. Although peddlers and solicitors are common in the community throughout the year, they are most active during the spring and summer months. “There are many people who choose to market their goods and services by peddling either Read More »
John Selph Receives Hess Citizenship Award
What John Hess did for Sand Springs as Mayor in the 1960s, John Selph did for Tulsa County in the 1980s, 1990s and into the early years of this century.
The citizenship displayed by both men reshaped the Sand Springs community in perpetuity. Through receipt of the John M. Hess Award for Outstanding Citizenship, both men will be perpetually linked together.
Selph received the Hess Award during the May 5th City Council meeting. He is the sixth recipient since the award was established Read More »
Walker Retains Mayoral Seat for Fourth Year
Robert L. “Bob” Walker will continue his tenure as Mayor of Sand Springs for a fourth year.
He was re-elected to the position by his fellow City Councilors shortly after taking the oath of office for a second three-year term representing Ward 4. Mike Burdge was re-elected vice mayor for another year after taking his oath of office to serve a fourth three-year term from Ward 3.
Other City Councilors are Michael Phillips, Ward 1; Dean Nichols, Ward 2; Harold Neal, Ward 5; Kim Ti Read More »