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We're hiring a Signal electrician! Apply today: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wichita/jobs/2247582-0/signal-electrician

Today the City Council issued proclamations for Hunger Action Month, Blood Cancer Awareness Month, and National Recovery Month. Kansas Food Bank The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Kansas Mirror, Inc

It’s official, Wichita has the best tasting water in Kansas! City Council recognized the Public Works staff with a water toast for their work ensuring our water is clean and delicious.

Tune in live to the City Council meeting:

Wichita City Council Meeting September 3, 2024 View the meeting agenda here: https://www.wichita.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_09032024-2182

The K-State Extension Office gave some great tips on how to keep your lawn and garden alive even during the drought. Check it out:

Lawn & Garden Water Conservation Tips

Drought Stage 2: What does it mean for our community and what does it mean for you?

Stage 2 drought response plan Stage 2 drought response plan

Tune in live to the City Council agenda review:

Wichita City Council Agenda Review August 30, 2024

Sijia Chen, the selected artist for the Hoover Road bike trail public artwork commission as part of the Wichita Northwest Water Facility enhancement project, draws inspiration from Wichita's motto as the "Air Capital of the World" and the exhilarating sensation of riding a bike. Akin to taking flight, Sijia is representing the experience of riding a bicycle, and capturing the essence of movement and the joy it brings. Sijia seeks to embody Wichita's rich history, culture, and spirit. A central theme of this artwork is community involvement, integrating the voices, memories, and visions of the people who call Wichita home. The bike path that will be poured will weave between the pieces, allowing riders to soar through the clouds!

Wichita Water Works

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Tune in live to the mayor's weekly briefing:

Mayor Lily Wu's Media Briefing August 29, 2024

City of Wichita facilities will be closed or have special hours for the upcoming Labor Day holiday. Read more: https://www.wichita.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=259

Want to be a valued part of growing, shaping and keeping our city moving? Check out our career openings at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wichita.

Available Job Openings | City of Wichita Human Resources Welcome to the City of Wichita employment opportunities. We encourage you to visit our site regularly. Building an application

Due to a power outage, the Advanced Learning Library (711 W. 2nd St.) will not open for business today. You can still visit any of our six branch locations.

Find them here: www.wichitalibrary.org/locations

We are without power at the Advanced Learning Library this morning. We are working on diagnosing the situation. We will delay opening for a later time today once we are able to see if we can resolve the issue.

Stay tuned for more updates!

What can you do to save water during the drought?
🌊 water before 10 a.m.
🌊 only water once a week
🌊 turn off faucets/showers
🌊 mow your grass an inch higher in the summer
Check out a full list of tips at:

Save Wichita Water | Wichita, KS Learn about water conservation tips.

Have an issue you need to report such as a pothole, street light outage, vandalism or more? Report it online at https://www.wichita.gov/1013/Report-an-Issue or on our app - available for free on any app store.

📣Shoutout: 📣
We have amazing staff. Avery and Sarah help connect at-risk residents with housing and services to help them get back on their feet. Every day, they directly change lives and make our community a better place - one person at a time.

Tune in live to the City Council workshop:

Wichita City Council Workshop August 27, 2024

Heads up: A 36” sewer main was damaged from local construction work. 21st Street is closed in both directions from Broadway to Mosley. Access to local business is still maintained. Crews are cleaning the pipe to assess the damage. At this time, please expect repairs on this stretch of 21st Street through at least the end of this week and plan for delays if you travel that section of 21st Street.

Today Wichita Park & Recreation held a ribbon cutting for a new shed at College Hill Pool created for the department by talented students at Wichita Public Schools East High. Thank you, Aces! Working together makes our community better.

Outdoor Watering Tips
🌿 Limit watering to once per week.
🌿 Water just enough to keep root systems alive; allow lawns to go dormant.
🌿 Water before 10 a.m.
🌿 Do not overseed lawns or plant new trees or shrubs this fall.
🌿 Water just enough to fill up an upside down frisbee, once a week.

Your lawn should go dormant but not die utilizing this schedule until the drought is over.
https://www.wichita.gov/501/Drought-Update

Ever wanted to expand your horizons and try a new skill? Check out CityArts in Old Town Square. CityArts offers people of all ages and cultural backgrounds the opportunity to participate in diverse art programming throughout the year. https://www.wichita.gov/CityArts

Need to contact Wichita's Animal Services? The number you want is (316) 350-3360. Animal Control Officers are on-call for emergencies 24 hours a day to help you and all of our furry friends. 🐕 🐈 🐔

What is the City doing to save water during the drought? ​Some of our efforts include:
💧 ➡️ Reduce water use on City-owned land and golf courses
💧 ➡️ Use conservation-minded landscaping
💧 ➡️ Pause the usage of city fountains
Check out more at

Save Wichita Water | Wichita, KS Learn about water conservation tips.

The Great Plains Nature Center is a partnership between U.S. Fish & Wildlife, Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks, City of Wichita and the Friends of the Great Plains Nature Center. 🦌🌿 Celebrate the beauty of Kansas by visiting them and learn more at https://gpnc.org

Nolan took a quick break to take some shots of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. Which one is your favorite? Be sure to head to the Frontiers in Flight Air Show 2024 - McConnell Air Force Base this weekend!

McConnell Air Force Base