Did You Know? Backyard chicken rules and regulations

Kara Banks City News

With chick season beginning, did you know that the City of Edgerton allows backyard chickens for most properties within City limits? 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 the birds cannot run loose …

2022 State of the City Rescheduled for 3/31

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Mayor Roberts presents the 2022 State of the City on Thursday, March 31 at 6 p.m. in City Hall. This annual review covers the accomplishments of the past year and previews the exciting things to come here in Edgerton. The State of the City was rescheduled from Feb. 17 after a severe winter storm impacted our area. The Mayor plans …

Take the 2022 Citizen Survey

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What are your top priorities for the future of Edgerton? Do you like the services provided? Now is your chance to share your opinion!  The biennial Citizen Survey is underway now.  New this year: a chance for you to win a $500 gift card just for participating! Every household in Edgerton should have received a survey. Residents are encouraged to …

Snow Event Declared for 2/17

Kara Banks City News

On February 2 at 8:15 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 …

City offices closed on Feb. 17

Kara Banks City News

For the safety of our employees, City administrative offices are closed on Thursday, February 17. Public Works crews will continue to plow roads and handle snow operations. If you need to reach the snow desk today, call 913.893.6231 and follow the prompts. Please stay home today if you can and be extra careful if you do have to get out.

State of the City POSTPONED

Kara Banks City News

UPDATE: February 16, 2022 – Due to the incoming winter storm forecasted for our area, the State of the City is postponed and will be rescheduled for a future date. Mayor Roberts will present the 2022 State of the City on February 17 at 6 p.m. in City Hall. This annual review covers the accomplishments of the past year and …

Major Winter Storm Possible, Prepare Now

Kara Banks City News

Edgerton Public Works crews are preparing for a potential major snowstorm. Crews will begin working 12 hour shifts starting Tuesday night. If there is a snowfall of two inches or more, residents must remove their vehicles from the street under Edgerton’s Municipal Code within two hours to allow plows to clear the roads. If a vehicle is not removed, the …

No Boil Order issued for Edgerton

Kara Banks City News

The City of Edgerton has NOT issued a boil advisory. The water in Edgerton, Kansas remains safe to drink. Media reports have incorrectly named our town when they should have referenced Edgerton, Missouri.

Activites, Events Postponed Due to Ongoing COVID Surge

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The state of local disaster emergency declared by Mayor Donald Roberts on January 11th due to a surge of COVID-19 cases has been extended for an additional month. The City is postponing all city-sponsored recreation events and community events until February 18th. Rentals of Community Hall are suspended through the end of February. “Safety continues to be our top priority,” …

Events Postponed Due to COVID Surge

Kara Banks City News

In light of the recent surge in COVID-19 cases in Johnson County and the United States, effective January 11th Mayor Roberts has declared a state of local disaster emergency as prescribed by Kansas Statute. With this declaration the City of Edgerton is postponing city-sponsored recreation programs, community events and rentals of Community Hall in an effort to slow the spread …