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.

Meat Inferno Brings BBQ Back to Edgerton

Kara BanksCity News

Meat Inferno returns to Downtown Edgerton October 4-5, 2024. This Kansas City Barbeque Society-sanctioned event draws competitive BBQ teams from across the country and even internationally to Edgerton. Friday night is Community Night with activities for the whole family. There will be a Kids ‘Q cooking competition, live music, and special street performances. There will also be a BBQ dinner …

Events on Saturday, 9/21 Postponed

Kara BanksCity News

Due to forecasted storms on Saturday, September 21st, both the Cops ‘n Bobbers Kids Fishing Derby and Spooky Movie Night have been postponed. We apologize for the inconvenience. RESCHEDULED DATES Cops ‘n Bobbers is rescheduled for Saturday, September 28. Registration begins at 9a.m. and the fishing derby starts at 10 a.m. Our public safety friends will serve a picnic lunch …

City Hall Closed for Labor Day

Kara BanksCity News

Edgerton City Hall is closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Trash pick-up will be delayed to Thursday, September 5. If you have a road, sewer, or water emergency during the long holiday weekend, please call City Hall at 913-893-6231 and follow the prompts to reach an on-call staff member.