Johnson County now has four confirmed cases of COVID-19 and one death connected to the disease. Kansas Department of Health and Environment continues to work with the Johnson County Department of Health and Environment and the CDC to identify and contact people who may have come into contact with the individual while they were infectious and will monitor them for …
Prepare for Severe Weather Season
March 2-6, 2020 is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Kansas. This is the time to make sure you and your family are ready for severe storms. On Tuesday, March 3, the National Weather Service will conduct a statewide tornado drill at 10 a.m. Residents are encouraged to do their own safety drills at home and at work. This is the …
Flash Freeze Possible
Each winter event is unique and has its own challenges. The storm on February 12 is no exception. Edgerton has received 2 inches of snow in grassy areas, but so far, it is not accumulating on the roads. However, as temperatures fall this evening and the pavement drops below freezing, we are expecting a flash freeze and some accumulations. Please …
Save the Date: Low-Cost Animal Vaccination Clinic Set for March
The City of Edgerton will host the annual low-cost animal vaccine clinic at City Hall on March 21 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. You can also pick up your annual City pet license during the clinic. Dogs and cats can receive a rabies vaccine for $10. A distemper vaccine is $15. The cost to microchip your pet is $20. …
Edgerton Declares Snow Event
On January 11 at 1 p.m., the City of Edgerton officially declared a snow event. This means that 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 …
Edgerton to Survey Residents in 2020
What do you like best about Edgerton? What do you think needs to change? Now is your opportunity to tell the Mayor and Council Members about your top priorities. The 2020 Citizen Survey will be arriving in mailboxes soon. Every household in Edgerton will receive a survey. Residents are encouraged to either mail in their surveys or fill it out …
New Dedicated Deputy to Patrol Edgerton
The City of Edgerton is pleased to announce that Deputy Brad Johnson will soon be patrolling our streets as part of a new “power shift” agreement with the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy Johnson will spend 40 hours per week in residential Edgerton. “We’re thrilled to have Deputy Johnson here and a return to more community-focused policing in Edgerton. I’m …
Snow Event Declared
On December 15 at 11 a.m., the City of Edgerton officially declared a snow event. This means that 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 …
New Council Members Sworn In, Long-time Council Member Retires
The new Edgerton City Council was seated during the December 12th City Council meeting. Incumbents Clay Longanecker and Katee Smith repeated their oaths of office, while new member Josh Beem swore his oath for the first time. The new Council then re-elected Longanecker to serve as Council President. Council terms are four years. Longtime council member Jody Brown also retired. …
Edgerton Seeks New Planning Commissioner
We need you! The City of Edgerton has a seat open on the Planning Commission. The Planning Commission is responsible for updating the comprehensive plan for the City and revising the Unified Development Code. They also conduct public hearings for zoning, platting, and subdivision of Edgerton lands. Commissioners must also make sure any new development preserves property values, public health …
