Water & utilities in Kansas local government
What Kansas city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about water & utilities — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
493 Kansas meetings since 2024 covered water & utilities. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Kansas with the most water & utilities activity
- Bel Aire, KS (44)
- Russell, KS (35)
- Finney County, KS (33)
- Wichita County, KS (23)
- Topeka, KS (22)
- Riley County, KS (21)
- Wichita, KS (21)
- Spring Hill, KS (17)
- Junction City, KS (14)
- Miami County, KS (14)
- Hays, KS (12)
- Pratt, KS (12)
Latest matching meetings
Spring Hill City Council to consider wastewater facility grant and sewer improvements
The City Council will review a request for a Kansas Water Office Grant to construct a new wastewater treatment facility. The body will also discuss sewer improvements for North Webster and various stormwater projects.
Commissioners to discuss rezoning, fees, and payroll
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will consider administrative items including a payroll approval, a resolution on solid waste facility fees, and a change order for the University Park Wastewater Lagoon. The meeting also includes a public comment session and a review of previous minutes.
CCUA meeting notice; no binding city actions
This is a meeting notice for the Chisholm Creek Utility Authority (CCUA). Bel Aire governing body members will attend, but no binding action on city business will be taken. The agenda contains only procedural items with no specific decisions or discussions listed.
City Council considers $441,000 airport grant and electric service contracts
The City Council will vote on a K.D.O.T. airport improvement grant and two electric service contracts with Midwest Energy. The body will also discuss setting a public hearing for industrial revenue bonds for the High Planes Aviation LLC Airport Project.
Russell City Council to hold public hearing on dangerous structure at 15 Amber Drive
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding a dangerous structure at 15 Amber Drive and discuss the 2027 Budget's Special Revenue Funds. The body is also reviewing bids for a utility backhoe replacement and a lift station replacement on Cindy Drive.
Council will consider rezoning land from R‑1 residential to A‑1 agricultural
The Russell City Council meeting on June 2, 2026 will discuss several public‑interest topics. Items include presentations on water supply, the Russell Market Square project, and a historic‑district designation for Kansas Main Street. The council will review unfinished business such as library and recreation funding…
Russell City Council to discuss 2027 budget enterprise funds
The City Council will discuss enterprise funds for the 2027 budget and review water source and conservation outlooks for July through September 2026. The body will also consider amendments to the Holland Hotel housing grant and development agreements.
Riley County Commissioners to consider establishing Department of Emergency Services
The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a resolution to establish the Department of Emergency Services. The agenda also includes a 2027 budget work session and a review of the Keats Sewer Benefit District.
City Council to hold work session on wastewater treatment plant
The Governing Body will meet at the Spring Hill Wastewater Treatment Plant to tour the facility. The session includes a project overview, proposed alternatives, and financial analysis.
City Council to discuss 2027 budget and draft financial policies
The Bel Aire City Council will hold a workshop to review the 2027 budget, specifically utility funds, and discuss draft policies for comprehensive financial management and purchasing procedures.
Peterson Ranch Benefit District Assessment resolution and hearing notice
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will consider the Peterson Ranch Benefit District Assessment Resolution and issue a notice of hearing. It will also review revenue‑neutral rate indications for the Rural Fire District, Valleywood Operations Benefit District, University Park Water & Sewer District, Terra Heights…
Council to discuss 2027 budget and consider vac truck bid
The Iola City Council will discuss the 2027 budget for enterprise funds including library, recreation, electric, and water utilities. They will consider a bid award for a sanitary sewer vacuum truck and handle consent items including resolutions for the Allen County Fair beer garden and fair board request.
Public hearing and resolution to establish sewer benefit area
The Spring Hill City Council will hold a public hearing on the Northeast Sewer Benefit Area Low, then consider a resolution to establish a sewer system benefit area. Other actions include approving task orders for engineering design of the 223rd Street Loop Trail and construction materials testing for the 2026 street…
City to consider $254,640 sewer repair contract and bond sale resolution
The City Commission will consider awarding a $254,640 contract for sanitary sewer point repairs and lining to Mayer Specialty Services, and will vote on a resolution authorizing the sale of general obligation bonds. The consent agenda includes a mayoral appointment to the Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau Advisory…
Geary County holds 2027 budget work session
The County Commission is reviewing proposed budgets for 2027, including the General Fund and special districts. The Finance Director presented a proposed General Fund mill levy of 64.124, which exceeds the revenue neutral rate.
Committee to discuss field trip to Wichita water treatment plant
The Bel Aire Utility Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a field trip to the new Wichita Water Treatment Plant, a memorial for Art Tenbrink, and the August 2026 'Did You Know?' feature. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a rainfall report. No binding votes or financial decisions are…
Planning Commission continues review of 2027-2031 capital plan
The Planning Commission will continue its discussion of the City of Ottawa's five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for 2027-2031. The CIP includes projects across multiple departments, and the commission must determine conformity with the Comprehensive Plan before City Commission approval. A public hearing is…
Council to consider creating Community Improvement District at 3109 E. Douglas
The council will hold public hearings on establishing a Community Improvement District and approving a development agreement for 3109 E. Douglas. They will also consider issuing industrial revenue bonds for the Child Advocacy Center of Sedgwick County and approve a contract amendment for a water reuse alternatives…
Commission to vote on $67,380 breaker, concrete bid, pipeline deals
The Herington City Commission will consider approving a $67,380 bid from KMEA for two 15kV breakers and a bid for concrete work at the water treatment plant. They will also discuss pipeline crossing agreements, bills of sale for sewer and water lines, and hold executive sessions for contract negotiations and personnel…
Council to consider $1.4M hangar contract and FAA grants
The council will take up new business including a $1.4 million contract for construction of a city-owned hangar, two FAA grants totaling $1.13 million, a 40-year airport land lease for a private hangar, and repair of 26 electrical transformers for $35,779.25. Also consider agreements for engineering services on…
Sterling City Commission to consider $3 million bond for Generator Project
The City Commission will discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Electric Fund budget and the Reinvestment Housing Incentive District program. The body is also deciding on a significant bond issuance for a city generator project and a potential tax rate increase.
Council to consider exceeding revenue-neutral tax rate for 2027 budget
The City Council will discuss and potentially decide on the 2027 budget, including a consideration to exceed the revenue-neutral rate. They will also select a contractor for the S. Fifth St. stormwater design RFP and the 2026 street marking RFP. Appointments to fill vacancies on the Fox Hall & Cemetery Board and…
Pratt City Commission to review airport authority and police funding requests
The City Commission will discuss renewals for health insurance and the Chamber of Commerce. Members will consider funding for water test wells and new police equipment. The meeting also includes appointments and ordinance changes for the Airport Authority.
Council considers $1.15 million appropriation and new infrastructure projects
The City Council will review a large appropriation ordinance and discuss a strategic funding roadmap for housing and water infrastructure. The meeting also includes updates on electric system conversions and various facility maintenance needs.
Commission to award $254,640 sewer contract, review 2027 budget
The City Commission will consider awarding a $254,640 contract to Mayer Specialty Services for sanitary sewer lining and point repairs. They will also authorize the sale of general obligation bonds to fund Tallgrass Phase 4 and Exit 161 infrastructure improvements. The commission will receive the proposed 2027 budget…
City Council holds budget work session for 2027
The City Council is meeting in a special session to discuss the 2027 budget. They will review tax funds, enterprise funds (including rising insurance costs), and other funds like CIRF and MIRF. A presentation on WaterWorth is planned for July to address fund stabilization.
County to discuss 2027 appropriations and IT remodeling
The Riley County Board of Commissioners will review minutes from the previous meeting, discuss 2027 appropriations, and consider a bid recommendation for an IT/GIS remodel. The agenda also includes an administrative work session on eminent domain and a press conference.
Council to consider site plan for new high school CTE addition
The Spring Hill City Council will hold a regular meeting to consider several ordinances and agreements. Key actions include a site plan and conditional use permit for a new high school CTE addition, adoption of a municipal code update, and notification of intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate.
Bel Aire councilmembers attend CCUA meeting; no binding city action
This is a regular monthly meeting of the Chisholm Creek Utility Authority where Bel Aire governing body members are attending. City business may be discussed, but no binding action will be taken on city business. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no specific items for decision or discussion.
Council to hear Project Catalyst update, vote on utility franchise
The council will receive a community presentation and update on Project Catalyst from the development team. They will also vote on resolutions regarding a new franchise agreement with Evergy, a 2027 budget notice to the county clerk, and a KDOT transportation alternatives contract.
City council to discuss $138,500 backup generator bid
The Phillipsburg City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a single bid estimate from South Central Electric for a backup generator at reservoir 104. The $138,500 project includes electrical connections for a 200 kW standby generator at the water pump station. No other business is scheduled.
Sustainability Board to discuss water resilience and solid waste
The Sustainability Integration Board will review updates on water resilience solutions and solid waste management. The board will also discuss its goals for the remainder of 2026.
City Commission reviews budget assessment and departmental topics
The City Commission is conducting a multi-day review of the overall budget and various city departments. Discussions include public works, utilities, public safety, and the 2027 budget schedule.
Council to consider sales tax for USD 420 and sewer rate changes
The City Council will decide on a special sales tax to fund USD 420 school projects and a new sewer rate ordinance. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a dilapidated structure at 501 Market Street.
Council to hold public hearing on condemning dilapidated Armand's Hotel at 501 Market St
The Osage City Council will hold a public hearing on whether to declare the structure at 501 Market Street (Armand's Hotel) unsafe and order repairs or demolition. Council will also consider a special sales tax for USD 420 to fund an early childhood center and school upgrades. Other actions include adopting a new…
City Commission discusses water and stormwater rate changes
The City Commission holds a work session to discuss water and wastewater utility funds and rates, stormwater updates and future rates/projects, Evergy and Kansas Gas franchise agreements and fees, and a revenue and assessed valuation overview. No formal action is taken; the commission provides feedback and direction…
City Commission holds two-day budget workshop for 2027
The City Commission is holding a two-day budget workshop to assess the overall budget and discuss funding for departments including parks, streets, sanitation, water, electric, fire, police, and IT. The workshop will also address service contracts, donations, and the 2027 budget schedule.
Commission to review proposed 2027 utility operating budgets
The City Commission will discuss the 2027 operating budgets for electric, water, wastewater, and stormwater funds. The meeting also includes proclamations for the U.S. Semiquincentennial and Juneteenth.
Commission votes on $140K Rimrock Park drainage contract and water rate changes.
The Junction City Commission will review and vote on several new business items, including a $140,145 drainage contract for Rimrock Park, amendments to water and sewer rates, and a special use permit for a tattoo parlor at 122 East 7th Street. Commissioners will also consider 2027 budget requests from local…
Drainage District to reorganize board and review fund transfer
The Verdigris Drainage District No. 1 will hold a regular meeting to reorganize its board by appointing a president, vice-president, and secretary/treasurer. The board will also review and approve a resolution to transfer funds and discuss a proposed agreement for the district.