City Offices Closed on Monday, Jan. 6

Kara BanksCity News

Due to the extreme winter weather, City of Edgerton offices will be closed on Monday, January 6. Our dedicated Public Works team will continue to plow roads to make them passable and safe for drivers. Johnson County has also reduced or canceled many services on Monday. You can see the latest updates on the County’s website. Please be patient if …

Snow Event in Effect for January 5

Kara BanksCity News

Edgerton Public Works declared a snow event on January 5 due on an ongoing winter storm. All vehicles must be removed from city streets within 2 hours, under City Code. If your vehicle is not removed, the Sheriff’s Office may be called and vehicles may be towed at the owner’s expense. The City declares a snow event any time more than …

Edgerton Prepares for Winter Storm

Kara BanksCity News

With snow and ice forecast, road crews are in high gear, ensuring everything is in place to handle the incoming winter weather. Preparations began early this week, with crews inspecting snowplows, salt spreaders, and other essential equipment. Crews have applied liquid brine and salt to roads, aiming to create a barrier that will prevent ice from bonding to the pavement …

Holiday Closures

Kara BanksCity News

City offices will be closed on December 23-25, 2024 in observance of Christmas and on January 1, 2025 in observance of New Years. Trash pick-up will be delayed by one day both weeks. Please set out your trash bins on December 26th and January 2nd instead. The City’s solid waste contractor, Gardner Disposal, allows an extra 10 bags of trash …

New Utility Rates Take Effect January 1

Kara BanksCity News

As the City works to remain self-sustaining with our water and sewer utilities, rate adjustments arenecessary to account for inflation and maintenance costs. Customer charges are based on whatit costs to operate and maintain the utility. The City regularly conducts rate studies to ensure thefinancial health of our utility systems. The 2024 rate study recommends small yearly increases to avoidlarge …

Holiday Assistance Programs Available

Kara BanksCity News

Families in need of assistance this holiday season have multiple resources available. Deadlines for holiday programs may be approaching soon. Please contact the organizations below to apply or get more information. Here in Edgerton, the Mayor’s Christmas Tree Fund provides support to families during the holidays. Families must be nominated by a third-party organization, like local churches, schools or the …

Ribbon Cutting Held for Renovated Glendell Acres Park

Kara BanksCity News

Edgerton City Council members and the public gathered together to cut the ribbon on the renovations at Glendell Acres Park on Saturday, November 9. The new park features an upgraded all-wheel concrete skatepark, new playground equipment, ninja warrior-style fitness equipment, a paved walking path, and improved stormwater management. The $1.16 million project started in 2021 with construction commencing earlier this …

Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project Begins Week of November 4

Kara BanksCity News

The next phase of the 2024 Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project begins the week of November 4. Work is scheduled to begin on Tuesday or Wednesday, November 5th or 6th with line inspections and cleaning. Crews plan to insert cameras into the lines to find any blockages and locate problem areas for repairs. During this process, you may notice drains and …

Ribbon Cutting for Glendell Acres Park on November 9

Kara BanksCity News

Construction on the Glendell Acres Park is wrapping up and we’re ready to celebrate! Join Edgerton Parks and Recreation for a ribbon cutting on November 9 at 11:00 a.m. at Glendell Acres Park on Edgewood Drive, between West 3rd and 4th streets. Check out the new playground equipment, try out the ninja warrior style fitness court and bring your skateboards …

Residents Invited to Enter Jack-o-Lantern Showcase

Kara BanksCity News

Edgerton Parks and Recreation calls all pumpkin enthusiasts for a new contest. Carve out an amazing jack-o-lantern and you could win a prize and bragging rights! Submit a photo of your jack-o-latern by October 28th. The community will then vote on the City’s Facebook page for their favorites. Winners will be announced on Halloween. Submissions are closed.