UG Announces Changes in Community Center Operations Published on August 29, 2024 Due to staffing challenges, operating hours set to change at our six community centers effective September 3, 2024. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases
2025 UG Budget Adopted and Explained Published on August 29, 2024 On Thursday, August 22, the Unified Government Commission adopted the amended 2024 / 2025 budget. In this article, we will explain some of the preliminary changes that have been made to the revenue neutral budget. Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy
UG Seeks Qualified Communication Consultants Published on August 26, 2024 The Unified Government is looking for qualified consultants to help with two projects this fall. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Bridge Replacement on Holliday Drive: Phase 2 Begins Published on August 26, 2024 Holliday Bridge replacement Phase Two begins this week, weather allowing. Holliday Drive will remain open to traffic. Tagged as: , Announcements, Capital Improvement, Construction, Infrastructure, Public Works
Residential Trash and Recycling Delayed on Labor Day Published on August 26, 2024 Waste Management will not collect residential trash and recycling on Monday, September 2, 2024. Residential trash & recycling collection will be delayed by one day. Tagged as: , Announcements, Media Releases, Public Works, Trash & Recycling
UG to Celebrate over $2.1 Million in Park Improvements Published on August 19, 2024 Next Friday, August 23, the Unified Government of WyCo and KCK (UG) Parks & Recreation Department will host a ribbon-cutting tour at three of its parks. This event will celebrate the investment of more than $2.1 million in improvements funded through the (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The UG will also kick off a new awareness campaign called Enjoy, Don't Destroy. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle, Honors & Celebration, Improvement Works, Media Releases, Ribbon Cutting
State Avenue Closed Between 10th and 11th Streets for Sewer Project Published on August 19, 2024 State Avenue between 10th and 11th Streets in Kansas City, Kansas, is closed for 4-8 weeks due to a mandated sewer project improving local water quality and infrastructure. Tagged as: , Construction, Environment, Infrastructure, Road Closure, Wastewater
Waterway Corridor Plan: Request a Speaker Published on August 14, 2024 Learn about stormwater and sewer projects in NE KCK and how they offer opportunities to make other improvements to your neighborhood, including sidewalks, trees and green space, and park amenities. Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Infrastructure, Stormwater
WyCo Historical Museum Wants to Hear from You! Published on August 13, 2024 As we look to enhance the experience of the Wyandotte Country Historical Museum, we look to you, our community, to help. Whether you are a frequent visitor or have yet to experience the museum, we would love to gather your candid thoughts and feedback as we imagine the future together. Tagged as: , Announcements
The UG Invites Public Input During the 2025 Budget Public Hearing Published on August 13, 2024 Today, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG) will host a public hearing for the 2025 City and County budgets. The public hearing will occur at 6 PM in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Building (701 N. 7th Street, KCK, KS). Tagged as: , Announcements