Happy Thursday, Wyandotte County!
November is here! This month, we celebrate Native American Heritage Month and look forward to the winter season ahead. We hope you'll swing by the Bonner Springs Library and check out the display of various artefacts and memories from the Wyandotte County Museum, reflecting on the rich history of the Hopewell, Kansa, Shawnee, Delaware and Wyandot people. If you're planning something to honor this heritage in our county, please let us know! Then, join us starting November 18 for a brand new holiday light experience in Wyandotte County Park with proceeds to benefit our Parks Foundation! Keep reading for this and other other updates. |
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More COVID-19 Booster Shots Now Available in Wyandotte County |
Now COVID-19 booster shots are available for eligible people living in Wyandotte county, from all three types of COVID vaccines: Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J (Janssen/Johnson & Johnson). These new booster shots are available following authorization by the FDA, as well as recommendations by the CDC and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE).
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Responsible Leaf & Yard Waste Disposal |
On Tuesday night, at a special meeting of the Unified Government Board of Commissioners, the Commission unanimously supported postponing the tax delinquency sale for Thursday, October 28 (Tax Sale #349). Additionally, the Commission supported postponing the January 2022 tax sale. The postponement of both sales to April 28, 2022 will allow some residents additional time to make arrangements to make payments and remove their property from the sale.
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Connecting Youth to Public Service Careers |
Over 4,000 young people from 37 high schools and middle schools across the Kansas City region are expected to attend the first-ever virtual Public Service Career Expo on Nov. 3 and 4. More than 50 presenters from a variety of public sector fields will introduce students to careers projected to be in high demand over the next 10 years.
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KCK Activates High Tech Wastewater Treatment Facility |
Last week, local officials with the Unified Government gathered for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to announce the activation of the Wolcott Wastewater Treatment Plant in Western Kansas City, Kansas. The plant utilizes new technology, aerobic granular sludge, which eliminates many of the traditional wastewater treatment steps, reduces operational complexity, and decreases maintenance needs while keeping the community and the environment safe from harmful toxins.
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Reminder: 2021 Fall Residential Open Burning |
The Unified Government will allow owners of residential properties within the city of Kansas City limits to conduct Residential Open Burning between October 16 and November 15th.
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Holiday Light & Magic
Starting November 18
This is a one-mile long drive-thru holiday lighting display starting November 15. Timeslots are available every night of the week. Holiday Light and Magic, with proceeds to benefit the Unified Government Department of Parks and Recreation, is the premier contact-free, drive thru winter event you’re looking for.
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2021 Fall Residential Open Burn
Through November 15
The Unified Government will allow owners of residential properties within the city of Kansas City limits to conduct Residential Open Burning between October 16 and November 15th.
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Hat & Glove Drive
Through December 10
The Wyandotte County Human Services Department seeks to help our neighbors who need it most. By donating new or gently used hats and gloves, we can make a difference this winter. Learn more here. |
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Special Session
Thursday, November 4, 2021, 5:30PM
Full Commission Meeting
Thursday, November 4, 2021, 7PM
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Park Board Meeting
Wednesday, November 10, 2021, 6PM
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To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the meetings of the Unified Government Board of Commission will be conducted remotely using Zoom and broadcast via UGTV and YouTube. Members of the public may attend meetings virtually or watch the virtual meeting in the lobby of city hall (701 N 7th Street, KCK, 66101). The virtual meeting information is also available on the agenda itself. |
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We are currently recruiting for several key positions at the Unified Government, including Animal Services Officer, Dispatcher, and an Engineer/Project Manager for our Planning & Urban Design Department . We also offer many other job and career opportunities for a diverse skillset. If you have a passion for our community, we have a position for you!
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