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2 2010 JENKS CHAMBER DIRECTORY AND PR0FILE The game groupie one game, one game only. play your Way. 8 1 s t & RiveRside | south tulsa | (918) 299-8518 | RiveRspiRittulsa.com 2010 JENKS CHAMBER DIRECTORY AND PR0FILE 3 Table of Contents What’s Inside 6 Jenks Heritage 8 Jenks Chamber Information 10 Residential Living 12 Worship 14 Education 18 Parks & Recreation 20 Health Information 22 Government 26 Public Safety 28 Tourism 30 Business & Industry 32 Demographics 34 Jenks Business Directory 39 Advertiser Index 40 Chamber Member Directory 47 Jenks Chamber Membership Application Veterans Memorial, courtesy of Kelly Kerr, Tulsa World Tulsa Kerr, Kelly of courtesy Memorial, Veterans Published by Princess Publications, Inc. • (918) 745-1188 Melanie Van Sickle, President • Jim Van Sickle, Sales Manager Sales: Chris Henderson; Graphic Designer: Joe Krout Editorial photographs in this publication were supplied by the Jenks Chamber and Princess Publications, Inc. Copyright ©2009 • All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including a photocopy, recording, or any information retrieval system, without prior written consent from the publisher: Princess Publications, Inc., 1914 West C Street, Jenks, OK 74037 While every effort has been made to maintain the accuracy of information presented in this guide and avoid errors, the Jenks Chamber of Commerce and Princess Publications, Inc. assume no responsibility for errors, or omissions. 4 2010 JENKS CHAMBER DIRECTORY AND PR0FILE Exceptional doctors. Extraordinary care. Close to home. Arkansas E. 96th St. S. River E. Main St. UPC St. 9th S. Jenks S. Aquarium Dr. North Creek Turnpike UPC Jenks is Expanding! New Clinic Opening Spring 2010 Utica Park Clinic – Jenks physicians: L to R: Sarah Elneser, DO; Bryan Ledbetter, DO; Kathleen Koljack, MD Quality healthcare, convenient location. At Utica Park Clinic in Jenks, we know that your healthcare needs are vitally important to you and that when you see your doctor, you don’t want to travel far and can’t wait long. Having skilled physicians nearby is not only a convenience but also makes you more likely to maintain your health. Additionally, we offer same day appointments. We’re here for you. Right here. Jenks 701 East Main • Jenks, OK 74037 • 918-298-2603 • 918-298-2264 (Pediatrics) • UticaParkClinic.com Ashley Brim has lost 42 lbs . Vance Taff has lost 63 lbs. “No matter the person, no Jenks: A Journey Back inTime matter the goal, ‘e Boys’ will A LOOK BACK TO THE PAST help you acheive it” -Jim Bobbitt Located on the west banks of the Arkansas River in southern By 1906, Jenks experienced a major surge in growth when oil Tulsa County, the City of Jenks was officially platted on July 15, was discovered in the nearby fields of Glenpool. With the oil Call 918.298.0880 1905. Prior to that, the Townsite of Jenks Indian Territory was came expensive oil tank farms which increased area property a small community site established by a cooperative agreement values and produced revenue for the Jenks Public Schools to schedule your between the Midland Valley Railroad and the Midland Valley System. Free Session* today Townsite Company. Levi Morehead-Owner *Limited Availability Danny Wilson-Owner There are various stories as to the origin of the town’s name. Early settlers to Jenks included small businessmen, farmers and The one believed to be true is that the town was named after ranchers, including the Perryman family. The Perryman Ranch a Philadelphia railroad director who built the Midland Valley was established before Oklahoma statehood and is a Creek Railroad. allotment of Mose Perryman, son of Tulsa’s first family, George and Rachel Perryman who helped name Tulsa. Tulsa’s first Today, Jenks is the one of the fastest growing cities in post office which is now located in the ranch house was run by Oklahoma. With a current population of 16,500 Jenks is George Perryman’s brother who was the first postmaster. Mail welcoming new residents and businesses daily. This growth was delivered to Jenks by Pony Express. is evident in every area of our community, from school site expansions to new roads, to exciting new residential and The ranch is still a working ranch and is owned by Monetta commercial developments. Trepp, NIMI Founder and CEO. The National Indian Monument and Institute’s mission is to honor, preserve, Source – Tune of the Hickory Stick sustain and celebrate Native American culture. The 100 year old ranch house and property (which contains the original barn,well, outbuildings and post office) are available for touring. The ranch’s pavilion is available to rent for special events. Call (918) 299-2997. Jim & OJ Bobbitt have a lost a combined total of 70 lbs. Kasey Baumann has lost 61 lbs. 12141 S. Elm, Suite 109 • Jenks, OK 74037 6 2010 JENKS CHAMBER DIRECTORY AND PR0FILE www.fitnesstogetherinjenks.com Ashley Brim has lost 42 lbs . Vance Taff has lost 63 lbs. “No matter the person, no matter the goal, ‘e Boys’ will help you acheive it” -Jim Bobbitt Call 918.298.0880 to schedule your Free Session* today Levi Morehead-Owner *Limited Availability Danny Wilson-Owner Jim & OJ Bobbitt have a lost a combined total of 70 lbs. Kasey Baumann has lost 61 lbs. 12141 S. Elm, Suite 109 • Jenks, OK 74037 www.fitnesstogetherinjenks.com2010 JENKS CHAMBER DIRECTORY AND PR0FILE 7 Community Profile 2009 CHAMBER LEADERSHIP Kelly Dunkerley - Chairman Guide 2009 State Farm Insurance Dave Fling – Chairman Elect Welcome to Jenks, Oklahoma! A community with a progressive vision and sustainable development. Itex in Tulsa Leading the way in regional riverfront development, Mark Tedford – Past Chairman Jenks is a reflection of the future. Across the nation, Tedford Insurance communities are showcasing the success of riverfront Jarrod Wise - Treasurer lifestyle development. Beginning with the vision to BancFirst build the state’s first aquarium along the west bank of the Arkansas River, the Oklahoma Aquarium became Teri Bowers - Oklahoma Aquarium the catalyst that ignited other private development along the river corridor. Ken Gray - Citizen’s Security Bank Within a few years, Jenks has become home to RiverWalk Crossing, Jan Logan - Cecil’s Tire and Northeast Oklahoma’s first riverfront lifestyle center with additional Automotive Center expansion underway, and the announcement of two major mixed-use Chris Metcalf - Benefit Informatics developments, Village on Main and The River District. Dave Puckett - State Farm Insurance Bill Rogers - The Sign Maker Village on Main is the newest addition to Jenks, America. A multimillion Tom Rogers - ERA John Hausam Realtors dollar mixed-use lifestyle development, Village on Main, offers distinctive Tara Thompson - Jenks Public Schools eateries, lush streetscapes, pedestrian paths to both entertainment and office Mike Tinker - City of Jenks venues and modern housing. Adjacent to both the Arkansas River and Main Street Jenks, Village on Main is strategically located to incorporate the classic charm of the city with unique opportunities of river development. The River District is planned to have over 1,000,000 square feet of retail and 800,000 square feet of office by it completion. The River District urban village master plan is the largest mixed-use development of its kind in the region and will be an amazing regional destination for thousands of visitors a year. With all the excitement happening along the river, Jenks has been successful at maintaining our small town charm, preservation of the traditional Main CHAMBER STAFF Street, sense of community, quality neighborhoods, outstanding schools Annette Bowles - President and safe streets. These are just some of the reasons that people decide to Brittany Sawyer - Director of relocate here. Within this past decade, Jenks has experienced rapid growth Communications and Public Affairs nearly doubling in population and ranking in Relocate America’s 2009 Top Tracie O’Banion - Director of Member 100 Places to Live. Services As progress continues in Jenks, America, the Jenks Chamber of Commerce Jenks Chamber of Commerce remains committed to our mission of promoting and enhancing the 224 E. A Street / P. O. Box 902 economic vitality and quality of life in the Jenks area. For more information, visit www.jenkschamber.com. Jenks, OK 74037 (918) 299-5005 Best regards, (918) 299-5799 fax www.jenkschamber.com Annette Bowles [email protected] President Jenks Chamber of Commerce 8 2010 JENKS CHAMBER DIRECTORY AND PR0FILE Your Chamber Relevance and Representation We represent over one hundred years of creating a strong local Chamber Membership Benefits economy, promoting the community, providing networking The benefits and rewards of being a Jenks Chamber of opportunities and business contacts, and representing business Commerce member fall into five primary categories: interests to government. Business Tools – The Chamber offers members opportunities A major goal of the Chamber is to foster and promote economic to promote their business with an online membership directory, growth that will attract new residents and new businesses to weekly e-newsletter, ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings, the Jenks area. We also serve as a business advocate and strive event and publication sponsorships, educational workshops to provide leadership to the Jenks community. It is working! and seminars, networking through monthly luncheons Jenks is cited again and again as one of the best places to live and Business After Hours mixers. The Chamber also offers and work – not only in Oklahoma but across the country. Chamber Choice Insurance benefits partnering with Blue Cross/Blue Shield. Partnering with other organizations in the surrounding communities, the Chamber regularly responds to regional Representing Business Interests to Government – We are challenges, including issues under consideration by our city, ready to assist you with questions about the community, and county, state and national officials. The Jenks Chamber of to provide assistance that will help your business succeed.