April 2023

Sedgwick County surprises Excellence in Public Service winner

Congratulations to Rusty Leeds, Assistant County Manager for Public Safety, for earning the 2023 Excellence in Public Service award! He received a check for $2,500 from the DeVore Foundation, which has generously sponsored this annual award for 35 years.

Commissioner Sarah Lopez nominated Rusty, based on his exemplary leadership on the Community Taskforce to Review Youth Corrections Systems Standards & Dashboard and his extensive community service. Thank you, Rusty, for your continued dedication to Sedgwick County!

Second half taxes are due May 10

Sedgwick County residents can pay their second half taxes on real or personal property at the Treasurer's Office, located on the first floor of the Ruffin Building, 100 N. Broadway, or at a Tag Office at 2525 W. Douglas or 5620 E Kellogg. Payments can also be made over the phone by calling (833) 303-6683. A small fee per transaction is charged.

Construction at 9-1-1 Dispatch makes room for more call takers
Emergency Communications is renovating its 9-1-1 dispatch center, adding more workspace for call takers and upgrading the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system. During construction, staff has moved to a backup site so there will be no interruption in service. Emergency services are available by calling or texting 9-1-1.
2023 Project Search class celebrates graduation with Commissioners
Graduates of the Project Search program earned some well-deserved recognition at a Board of County Commission meeting. Students shared their plans for the future and posed for pictures before a reception celebrating their accomplishments. Project Search is a partnership between USD 259 and Sedgwick County, teaching job skills to students with developmental disabilities. To learn more, visit Workforce | Sedgwick County Project SEARCH | United States.

Reverse Job Fair connects employers with Project Search graduates

It's not too late to find that perfect employee for your workplace! Sedgwick County Developmental Disability Organization has teamed up with Project SEARCH sites in Wichita, Maize and Derby to host a Reverse Job Fair through May 15, 2023. The online event connects employers and skilled candidates who thrive in typically high-turnover positions.


Interested employers can register at www.scprojectsearch.com/reverse-job-fair-registration.
Tire collection will put thousands of old tires to good use

More than 2,000 vehicles dropped off old tires for free at Environmental Resources’ Waste Tire Collection April 20 – 22, 2023. The annual event helps residents and businesses dispose of old tires that can become an eyesore and a breeding ground for bugs. Instead, the tires collected will eventually be recycled into useful products, like rubber playground mulch. To learn more about recycling resources for tires and other materials, visit Recycling Guide | Sedgwick County, Kansas.

Sedgwick County joins event to educate about fentanyl dangers

Several agencies worked together to host the Fight Fentanyl Festival at Towne West Square the end of April. The free event features booths offering information on fentanyl poisoning and a special movie premier of Riverside High, produced by teens for teens, by the Youth Educational Empowerment Program (YEEP). Visitors also have the chance to see and touch several big trucks used by law enforcement, fire and EMS in Sedgwick County.

Second phase of Civic Ready Alerts will launch in May

Sedgwick County Emergency Management (SCEM) will soon offer residents in 17 more cities the chance to sign up for Civic Ready Alerts. This free service can notify residents by phone or email of emergencies or important news in their community.


Right now, residents in Wichita and Mt. Hope can sign up. Click https://buff.ly/3XmNXya to opt-in, customize how you want to be contacted and which notifications you want to receive!

Sedgwick County needs YOU on an advisory board or committee!



The Board of County Commissioners values input from its citizens and encourages you to consider serving on an advisory board or committee in one of the five districts. Click here to see a list of current vacancies.

Out and About with Commissioners
Senator Roger Marshall participated in a 2023 Federal Issues Forum hosted by the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce. Commissioners attended to learn more about congressional action affecting businesses in Sedgwick County and South-Central Kansas.
What a beautiful day to welcome a new mental health clinic here in Sedgwick County! The Spravato Clinic held a ribbon cutting ceremony and invited several elected officials to attend.

Contact Commissioner Ryan Baty

316-660-9300

Ryan.Baty@sedgwick.gov

100 N. Broadway, Ste. 660, Wichita, KS 67202
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