Do you have trouble affording high-speed internet? You may qualify for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). This program helps lower-income families pay for high-speed internet. Eligible households receive a monthly discount of up to $30 per month and a one-time $100 discount toward a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet. Only about 21% of eligible Kansas households have enrolled in this …
Pet Registration Due March 31
The City of Edgerton requires all dogs and cats over six months of age to be licensed annually. Licenses tags are available at City Hall and are good from January 1 to December 31st each year. All animals must be properly registered by March 31. Proof of a rabies vaccination, dated within six months, is required for purchase of a …
Edgerton Residents Invited to Participate in Housing Advocate Training
EDGERTON, Kan. – (March 27, 2023) Edgerton has been selected to host a Community Housing Advocate Training (CHAT) by United Community Services. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone in our community that wants to learn more about how to address housing issues in Edgerton or address a housing concern. United Community Services and the Johnson County Health Equity Network …
Late Fees Suspended in March
Edgerton utility customers will not be charged a late fee for any bill paid between March 16 and March 25, 2023. The City heard numerous reports from residents that they did not receive their utility bill in the mail before the due date. The City will not penalize customers for mail-related delays. As a courtesy to our customers, the 10% …
Weather Forecast Postpones Parks & Rec Scavenger Hunt
With rain and thunderstorms forecast for Thursday, March 16, Edgerton Parks and Recreation is rescheduling the city-wide Leprechaun Hunt to Friday, March 17 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. after the “It’s Not Magic Science Show.” Please dress appropriately for the chilly temperatures forecast on Friday. Instead of the scavenger hunt on Thursday, kids and families are welcome to come …
Rezoning Approved for The Greenspace
The Edgerton City Council formally approved the rezoning for a new public building in downtown called The Greenspace. The City-owned land at the corner of E. 3rd and Nelson streets had been zoned for Single Family Residential and Downtown Commercial. Now it is all zoned for Downtown Commercial. “The new zoning designation has design guidelines that are more appropriate for …
Backyard Chickens: What You Need To Know
Thinking about adding a chicken flock to your backyard? The City of Edgerton allows residents to set up a coop at their homes with a permit. Families can have up to six hens on properties under one acre. No roosters are allowed under the urban chicken permit. A chicken coop, run, or chicken tractor is required in your backyard and …
State of the City 2023: All of Us. Together.
Mayor Roberts delivered the annual State of the City before the regular City Council meeting on Thursday, February 23. The theme of the 2023 speech was “All of Us. Together” to spotlight the accomplishments that can happen when everyone works toward bettering the community. Mayor Roberts highlighted the success of the past year, including the announcement of a new 275 home …
Sewer Rehab Project Begins Feb. 27
A new sewer rehabilitation project starts Monday, February 27. This is a continuation of the 2021 CDBG project that repaired sewer lines around the W. 7th and Nelson Street area. Crews with Tetra Tech will begin assessing manholes in streets, alleyways, and backyards in the area between Nelson and Martin Streets from E. 5th to W. 4th streets. They will …
President’s Day Closure
City offices will be closed on Monday, February 20 in observance of the President’s Day holiday. Municipal Court will be held as scheduled on Tuesday. Trash routes will run normally on Wednesday. If you have a road, sewer or water emergency, please contact City Hall at 913.893.6231 and follow the prompts to reach an on-call staff member. For all other …
