Due to the Christmas holiday, the City Council workshop scheduled for Dec. 27 has been canceled.
Also, in observance of Christma...
The City Council on Tuesday approved separate core area redevelopment projects - a plan to develop the Delano Catalyst Site located downtown on the west...
Following is information on three upcoming holiday events:
Several vocal and instrumental groups from area schools will entertain travelers this holiday season at Wichita Eisenhower National Airport through Dec....
The Wichita Fire Department on Monday will honor firefighters who perished in the 1968 Yingling Chevrolet building fire with a memorial plaque near the ...
In observance of Thanksgiving, City of Wichita facilities will be closed and/or have special hours per below:
Closed Thursday, Nov...
Demolition of KTA bridge scheduled for Dec. 2 - 5
Editor’s Note: Maps included below can be downloaded at Nov16WedWichita Earns Bike-Friendly RecognitionWichita has been recognized nationally for its ongoing efforts to improve conditions for bicycling. On Wednesday, the League of American Bicyclists awa... Nov07MonVeterans Day Holiday Closures, HoursIn observance of Veterans Day on Friday, Nov. 11, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood Re... Nov01TueFree Rides for VotersWith Election Day one week away, City of Wichita officials are reminding residents about free Wichita Transit service next Tuesday to encourage resident... Oct28FriPark & Rec Receives National Accreditation The City of Wichita’s Park & Recreation department has received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation... Oct27ThuEisenhower’s Average Airfare Drops 6%Wichita Eisenhower National Airport airfares dropped 6% during the second quarter of 2016, compared to second quarter 2015, according to a Department of... Oct26WedWichita Mayor Jeff Longwell Pledges to Help Save the Monarch ButterflyMayor Longwell is the 200th Mayor to Take the National Wildlife Federation’s “Mayors’ Monarch Pledge” Wichita, KS – Oct 26, 2... Oct21FriGolfBoard Arrives at Tex ConsolverGolfBoards - surf-inspired, motorized golf vehicles – are now available at Tex Consolver Golf Course. The four-wheel drive board allows users to turn by... Oct13ThuCity Launches New Online License SystemCity government is launching a new online license system that will make it easier to do business with local government. The City’s Business Licensing pi... Oct10MonNeighborhood Nuisance Reporting Residents are encouraged to report neighborhood nuisance problems via phone or email due to technical difficulties with the online portal. To submit a repo... Oct07FriNew Online City Garage Sale Permitting SystemThe City of Wichita has launched a new online garage sale permitting system designed to make it easier to do business with local government. Just visit www... Oct06ThuPublic Open House, Delano Site FinalistsThe City of Wichita is encouraging residents to attend an upcoming open house to provide feedback on proposed development projects for the Delano Catalyst ... Oct04TueWFD: More Storms and Flooding PossibleThe Wichita Fire Department (WFD) on Tuesday cautioned residents to avoid low-lying, flood-prone areas along with the Arkansas River and area creeks for... Sep30FriKeeper of the Plains Plaza UpgradesThe City of Wichita is in the process of undertaking upgrades for the Keeper of the Plains in order to improve accessibility, safety and enjoyment of th... Sep15ThuPawnee Street, Storm Drain ImprovementsStreet and storm water drain improvements will close Pawnee at Interstate 135 for approximately two months, beginning Monday, Sept. 19.Through tr... Sep15ThuWichita Police Organizational Assesment UpdateWichita Police Department (WPD) officials on Thursday provided a progress report on the implementation of recommendations stemming from the organizatio... Sep14WedOnline Surplus AuctionThe City of Wichita is holding an internet-only auction of surplus vehicles and equipment. The online auction closes at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29. Items... Sep13TueCity Saves $1.36 Million by Refinancing BondsCity of Wichita will save $1.36 million due to bond refinancing approved during today’s City Council meeting. The City refinanced several general obligat... Sep09FriResidents Encouraged to Take Precautions Due to Heavy RainsWichita Public Works & Utilities reports a high number of streets were flooded intermittently overnight. The current street closures include:Sep09FriWFD Encourages Precautions with More Storms and Flooding PossibleThe Wichita Fire Department is asking residents to avoid low lying, flood prone areas, along with the Arkansas River and area creeks for the next severa... Sep06TueHonor Flight Fall Schedule Starts WednesdayThe fall schedule for the Kansas Honor Flights will begin Wednesday, Sept. 7 when 10 World War II, 14 Korean War, and three Vietnam veterans and their guar... Sep02FriJoint City-County Agencies Move to 271 BuildingThis month three joint city-county agencies are moving into the 271 building located at 271 W. 3rd in Wichita. Wednesday, August 31, the Wic... Sep01ThuFree Paint AvailableThe City of Wichita is now offering free paint for owner-occupant homeowners who meet income guidelines and whose property is located within the City ... Aug30TueLabor Day Holiday Closures, HoursIn observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 5, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood Res... Aug26FriNico Hernandez Parade UpdateCity of Wichita officials announced a contingency plan if inclement weather forces the cancelation of Saturday morning’s parade honoring Wichitan Nico ... Aug18ThuOlympic Medal Winner Comes HomeCity of Wichita officials are hosting a welcome home event and a parade in honor of Wichitan Nico Hernandez, a boxer and bronze medal winner at the Rio ... Aug17WedAmerican Adds Larger Jets to DFWAmerican Airlines is bringing back large jet service to the Wichita - Dallas market starting Tuesday, August 23. To reintroduce large jet service, Ameri... Aug05FriOld Town Safety Traffic Control MeasuresIn an effort to increase pedestrian and motorist safety in Old Town, the Wichita Police Department (WPD) will implement traffic-control measures on Frida... Aug04ThuCity, WPD partner with NextdoorCity of Wichita government and the Wichita Police Department (WPD) announced today a partnership with Nextdoor, a private social network for neighborh... Aug03WedAlaska Airlines Offers Nonstop to SeattleTravelers from Wichita can fly nonstop to Seattle on Alaska Airlines, beginning April 13, 2017. Alaska will offer one daily round-trip flight, seven day... Aug02TuePawnee Bridge Repairs Scheduled to Resume Repair work on the Pawnee Bridge is set to resume after a month long delay due to active migratory bird nests under the bridge. The nests are federally... Jul29FriEisenhower Receives Perfect InspectionThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has completed its annual Certification and Safety Inspection of Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport ... Jul14ThuPolitical SignsWith the 2016 elections approaching, City of Wichita officials are reminding candidates and citizens that the City’s Sign Code (Title 24.04.215 of the C... Jul14ThuRegister for Neighborhood Night OutMayor Jeff Longwell is encouraging neighborhoods to register their events for Neighborhood Night Out, which will be held from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Tues... Jul06WedPawnee Bridge Repairs Delayed Repair work on the Pawnee Bridge will be delayed approximately one month after construction crews discovered active migratory bird nests under the bridge... Jun30ThuIndependence Day Holiday Closures, HoursIn observance of Independence Day on Monday, July 4, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood... Jun24FriCity Receives Offers For Possible Sale of Hyatt Regency WichitaThe City of Wichita received two submitted “Offers to Purchase of the Hyatt Regency Wichita Hotel.” The submittals are posted on the City’s purchasing w... Jun23ThuBuffalo Park Improvements UnveiledCity of Wichita officials held a ribbon-cutting today to showcase improvements at Buffalo Park, located at 10201 Hardtner. Improvements included a prai... Jun22WedCity Issues RFQ to Develop Land Near New Library The City of Wichita has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to develop approximately 7.2 acres adjacent to the new Advance Learning Library at McLean... Jun21TueCity's 2015 Annual Financial ReportCity of Wichita officials on Tuesday released local government’s annual financial report, showing good financial health, a strong reserve balance and sou... Jun20Mon Honor Flight Leaves Wednesday, Returns FridayThe sixth Kansas Honor Flight of the year will leave Wichita Eisenhower National Airport at 6:10 a.m. on Wednesday, carrying 33 Kansas veterans an... Jun13MonWater Conservation Rebate Program ConcludesThe City of Wichita’s water conservation rebate program has exhausted available funds. Application are no longer being accepted. This is the fourth yea... Jun13MonWichita Joins ‘What Works’ Cities InitiativeMayor Jeff Longwell on Monday announced that Wichita has been selected as 1 of 12 new cities to participate in Bloomberg Philanthropies’ What Work Cities i... Jun13MonSocial Media Town Hall Launches Budget ProcessCity of Wichita officials will host a social media town hall budget meeting from 2 to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14 in Training Room I on the 9th floor... Jun09ThuPawnee Bridge Repairs at Arkansas River Bridge repairs will close Pawnee between Broadway and McLean Boulevard, beginning Monday, June 13, until late 2016. Thru traffic will deto... Jun06MonCity Issues RFP for Parkstone PropertyThe City of Wichita has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the sale property located at Douglas and Hillside, commonly referred to as Parkstone.&... Jun03FriTSA Pre-Check to Open at the AirportBeginning Monday, June 20 through Friday, June 24, Wichita Eisenhower National Airport passengers may use a temporary enrollment site to register in the... May26ThuOld Town Public Safety UpdateCity of Wichita and Old Town Association officials on Thursday provided an update on ongoing public safety improvements in the city’s most popular entertai... May25WedMemorial Day Holiday Closures, HoursIn observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 30, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood R... May24TueNonstop to Orlando Starts WednesdayAllegiant Air will offer nonstop service from Wichita Eisenhower National Airport to Orlando-Sanford International Airport beginning Wednesday. The first... May23MonPublic Safety Job Fair Coming SoonCity of Wichita and Sedgwick County public safety departments are partnering with Wichita Workforce Center to hold their first joint job fair from 2 to 6 p... May18WedNew Youth Baseball Field at Historic McAdams ParkCity of Wichita officials have scheduled a ribbon-cutting ceremony for 10 a.m. on Thursday to celebrate a new artificial turf baseball field in historic ... May12ThuRenovated K-96 Bike Path Now OpenCity of Wichita officials on Thursday announced that the newly renovated K-96 bike path is open. The path, which runs between Oliver and Woodlawn along Chi... May05ThuStreet and Drainage Improvements on South MeridianConstruction of new storm sewer lines will close Meridian, south of Harry and north of Pawnee, beginning 8:30 a.m. Friday, May 6, until 3 p.m. Satur... May03TueOnline Surplus Auction OpenThe City of Wichita is holding an internet-only auction of surplus vehicles, equipment and miscellaneous items. The online auction closes at 10 a.m. on T... Apr28ThuWichita Airfares Continue to Drop The average fares at Wichita Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) are down 1% from 4th quarter 2014 when factoring inflation, according to data released by th... Apr28Thu New O.J. Watson Park Train Coming City of Wichita and Park & Recreation officials will unveil the new O.J. Watson train duri... Apr26TueCity Recreation Activities CanceledWichita Park & Recreation has canceled recreation activities and classes this evening due to severe weather. Recreation facilities will close at 5 p.m.... Apr26TueFirst Honor Flight Departs WednesdayThe first Kansas Honor Flight of the year will leave Wichita Eisenhower National Airport at 6:10 a.m. on Wednesday, carrying 13 World War II veterans... Apr25MonCity Issues RFP for Hyatt Regency SaleThe City of Wichita has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the potential sale of the Hyatt Regency Wichita Hotel & Conference Center. The riverfr... Apr22FriExcellence in Public Service HonoreesThe 2016 Excellence in Public Service Award winners were honored today in separate surprise announcements at their respective jobs. The winners are:... Apr15FriEisenhower Airport Earns National RankingWichita’s Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport has received a top-5 national ranking for customer satisfaction, according a company that surveys trave... Apr14ThuMYC’s to Host Alcohol-Free JamboreeThe Wichita Mayor’s Youth Council will host an event for teens to promote Alcohol Awareness Mo... Apr14ThuOld Town Safety Sustainability Recommendations ReportThe City of Wichita officials on Thursday released a report that makes recommendations to sustain and improve safety in Old Town, particularly during ... Apr11MonSouthwest Nonstop Flights Begin TuesdayBeginning Tuesday, Wichita Eisenhower Airport passengers can fly nonstop to St. Louis Internat... Mar31ThuMayor Urges Community to Take Action on OzoneWith the annual ozone season starting on Friday, Mayor Jeff Longwell said new federal guidelines designed to protect air quality will require citizens a... Mar26SatKeeper Fire Pots will not be lit Saturday or Sunday March 26 & 27thThe Keeper of the Plains fire pots will not be lit Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27th at 9:00 pm, due to a wildlife sit... Mar24ThuWFD Assisting With Massive WildfiresWichita Fire Department (WFD) officials have been helping battle raging wildfires currently driven by strong southerly winds. Gov. Brownback has ... Mar17ThuWFD: Take Precaution with Smoking MaterialsWichita Fire Department (WFD) officials are reminding residents to take precautions with smoking materials. Every year residents experience numerous ... Mar15TueAnnual Easter Event at O.J. Watson ParkWichita Park and Recreation will host the 8th annual Bunny Blast & Egg Hunt event beginnin... Mar15TueHousing Authority Receives R.O.S.S grantThe City of Wichita Housing Authority (WHA) has been awarded a Resident Opportunity Self Sufficiency (ROSS) grant in the amount of $177,500. Mar11FriFormer Finney State Office Building UpdateThe City of Wichita Public Building Commission (PBC) has issued a request for developer qualifications and initial development proposals for the former Fin... Mar11FriChange Your Clocks, Check Your Smoke AlarmsWichita Fire Department (WFD) officials on Friday reminded residents to test their smoke alarms and install new batteries this weekend. The time will sp... Mar10ThuProposed Law Enforcement Training CenterWichita State University, the City of Wichita and Sedgwick County are developing a partnership plan for a high-quality training facility for future gene... Mar08TueFly Nonstop to Orlando May 25Allegiant Air will begin nonstop service from Wichita to Orlando Sanford International Airport starting May 25. The service will be operated twice weekl... Mar04FriBurn Ban Extended Until MondayWichita Fire Department officials today said local burn restrictions will remain in effect until Monday, March 7. The burn ban, which were originally sched... Mar04FriMayor’s Youth Council Accepting ApplicationsThe Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC) has opened its application process for the 2016-2017 academic year. Students who live in Wichita and are currently in grade... Feb18ThuNew Neighborhood Rebuilding EffortDuring Mayor Jeff Longwell’s news briefing on Thursday, City of Wichita officials encouraged residents to join a neighborhood rebuilding initiative to s... Feb10WedCity Accepting Housing Voucher Applications The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program will begin accepting preliminary applications for a limited time from income eligible households seeking renta... Feb08MonPresidents Day Holiday Closures, HoursIn observance of Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 15, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood ... Feb05FriRecognizing Excellent Public Service EmployeesNominating Process Begins Wednesday Beginning Wednesday, Feb. 10, Wichita and Sedgwick County residents are encouraged to nomina... Jan25MonAirport Reports 3rd Busiest Year on RecordWichita Eisenhower National Airport 2015 passenger numbers increased by 37,679 over 2014, a 2.46 percent increase airport officials reported on Monday. O... Jan22FriKansas Supreme Court RulingThe City of Wichita today released the following statement regarding a Kansas Supreme Court decision on a 2015 marijuana ballot initiative.Jan12TueMartin Luther King Holiday Closures, HoursIn observance of Martin Luther King Day on Monday, Jan. 18, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighbor... Jan07ThuWichita Participates in National Citizen SurveyCity of Wichita officials said today they are seeking feedback from residents about service delivery and community priorities as part of the National Citiz... Jan07ThuCity Response to Wednesday EarthquakesCity of Wichita officials say they have activated an Earthquake Response Plan following two earthquakes that occurred within minutes late Wednesday nigh... Visiting City Hall? City Hall 455 N Main, 13th Floor Wichita, KS 67202 Where do I park? Security Guidelines City Hall Hours 8am - 5pm (M-F) CLOSED (Sa-Su) List of holiday closures Contact Us Got a question? Chat live with a customer service rep Website questions? Email the Webmaster Media questions? Email City Communications
Wichita has been recognized nationally for its ongoing efforts to improve conditions for bicycling. On Wednesday, the League of American Bicyclists awa...
In observance of Veterans Day on Friday, Nov. 11, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood Re...
With Election Day one week away, City of Wichita officials are reminding residents about free Wichita Transit service next Tuesday to encourage resident...
The City of Wichita’s Park & Recreation department has received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation...
Wichita Eisenhower National Airport airfares dropped 6% during the second quarter of 2016, compared to second quarter 2015, according to a Department of...
Mayor Longwell is the 200th Mayor to Take the National Wildlife Federation’s “Mayors’ Monarch Pledge”
Wichita, KS – Oct 26, 2...
GolfBoards - surf-inspired, motorized golf vehicles – are now available at Tex Consolver Golf Course. The four-wheel drive board allows users to turn by...
City government is launching a new online license system that will make it easier to do business with local government. The City’s Business Licensing pi...
The Wichita Fire Department (WFD) on Tuesday cautioned residents to avoid low-lying, flood-prone areas along with the Arkansas River and area creeks for...
The City of Wichita is in the process of undertaking upgrades for the Keeper of the Plains in order to improve accessibility, safety and enjoyment of th...
Street and storm water drain improvements will close Pawnee at Interstate 135 for approximately two months, beginning Monday, Sept. 19.
Through tr...
Wichita Police Department (WPD) officials on Thursday provided a progress report on the implementation of recommendations stemming from the organizatio...
Wichita Public Works & Utilities reports a high number of streets were flooded intermittently overnight. The current street closures include:
The Wichita Fire Department is asking residents to avoid low lying, flood prone areas, along with the Arkansas River and area creeks for the next severa...
This month three joint city-county agencies are moving into the 271 building located at 271 W. 3rd in Wichita.
The City of Wichita is now offering free paint for owner-occupant homeowners who meet income guidelines and whose property is located within the City ...
In observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 5, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood Res...
City of Wichita officials announced a contingency plan if inclement weather forces the cancelation of Saturday morning’s parade honoring Wichitan Nico ...
City of Wichita officials are hosting a welcome home event and a parade in honor of Wichitan Nico Hernandez, a boxer and bronze medal winner at the Rio ...
American Airlines is bringing back large jet service to the Wichita - Dallas market starting Tuesday, August 23. To reintroduce large jet service, Ameri...
Travelers from Wichita can fly nonstop to Seattle on Alaska Airlines, beginning April 13, 2017. Alaska will offer one daily round-trip flight, seven day...
Repair work on the Pawnee Bridge is set to resume after a month long delay due to active migratory bird nests under the bridge. The nests are federally...
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has completed its annual Certification and Safety Inspection of Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport ...
With the 2016 elections approaching, City of Wichita officials are reminding candidates and citizens that the City’s Sign Code (Title 24.04.215 of the C...
Mayor Jeff Longwell is encouraging neighborhoods to register their events for Neighborhood Night Out, which will be held from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Tues...
In observance of Independence Day on Monday, July 4, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood...
The City of Wichita received two submitted “Offers to Purchase of the Hyatt Regency Wichita Hotel.” The submittals are posted on the City’s purchasing w...
City of Wichita officials held a ribbon-cutting today to showcase improvements at Buffalo Park, located at 10201 Hardtner. Improvements included a prai...
The sixth Kansas Honor Flight of the year will leave Wichita Eisenhower National Airport at 6:10 a.m. on Wednesday, carrying 33 Kansas veterans an...
The City of Wichita’s water conservation rebate program has exhausted available funds. Application are no longer being accepted. This is the fourth yea...
Bridge repairs will close Pawnee between Broadway and McLean Boulevard, beginning Monday, June 13, until late 2016.
Thru traffic will deto...
Beginning Monday, June 20 through Friday, June 24, Wichita Eisenhower National Airport passengers may use a temporary enrollment site to register in the...
In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 30, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood R...
Construction of new storm sewer lines will close Meridian, south of Harry and north of Pawnee, beginning 8:30 a.m. Friday, May 6, until 3 p.m. Satur...
The 2016 Excellence in Public Service Award winners were honored today in separate surprise announcements at their respective jobs. The winners are:...
Wichita’s Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport has received a top-5 national ranking for customer satisfaction, according a company that surveys trave...
The City of Wichita officials on Thursday released a report that makes recommendations to sustain and improve safety in Old Town, particularly during ...
With the annual ozone season starting on Friday, Mayor Jeff Longwell said new federal guidelines designed to protect air quality will require citizens a...
The Keeper of the Plains fire pots will not be lit Saturday, March 26 and Sunday, March 27th at 9:00 pm, due to a wildlife sit...
Wichita Fire Department (WFD) officials on Friday reminded residents to test their smoke alarms and install new batteries this weekend. The time will sp...
Wichita State University, the City of Wichita and Sedgwick County are developing a partnership plan for a high-quality training facility for future gene...
Allegiant Air will begin nonstop service from Wichita to Orlando Sanford International Airport starting May 25. The service will be operated twice weekl...
During Mayor Jeff Longwell’s news briefing on Thursday, City of Wichita officials encouraged residents to join a neighborhood rebuilding initiative to s...
In observance of Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 15, the following City of Wichita facilities and operations will be closed: City Hall, Neighborhood ...
Nominating Process Begins Wednesday
Beginning Wednesday, Feb. 10, Wichita and Sedgwick County residents are encouraged to nomina...
City of Wichita officials say they have activated an Earthquake Response Plan following two earthquakes that occurred within minutes late Wednesday nigh...
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