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Jul 25, 2025
CEDAR RIDGE DRIVE PAVEMENT IMPROVEMENTS
Starting Monday, July 28, 2025, T&M Construction will begin removing pavement for Phase 1 of improvements to Cedar Ridge Drive.
Phase 1 will close Cedar Ridge Drive from Markley Road to the middle of the Briargate Drive intersection. Traffic control and det
Jul 24, 2025
MICROSURFACING WORK COMMENCES
Starting Tuesday, July 29th through Friday, August 1st, Vance Brothers of Kansas City, Missouri will resurface the following City of Salina streets, weather permitting:
Local roads will be closed to traffic during construction for a period not to exceed
Jul 23, 2025
Bill Burke Park Closed Due to Flooding and Safety Concerns
Due to rising safety concerns and increased visitor traffic, the City of Salina has closed vehicular access to Bill Burke Memorial Park. This action is being taken as a precaution, following forecasts from the NOAA River Forecast Center predicting the Smoky Hill River w
Jul 23, 2025
Salina Public Library Resolution 25-02 Increasing Mill Levy
Salina Public Library - Mill Levy Resolution No. 25-02
A Resolution of the Salina Public Library, Salina, Kansas to increase the mill levy.
WHEREAS the current mill levy rate for the Salina Public Library is at 5.595 mills calculated by the Salina CountyClerk; and
Jul 22, 2025
Salina City Commission Special Meeting July 30
Salina City Commissioners will hold a special City Commission meeting Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the City-County Building, Room 107 to discuss and determine procedural aspects of the City Manager search and selection.
The Commissioners will also
Jul 22, 2025
Salina Fire Department Addresses Bill Burke Park Log Jam Concerns
On Saturday, July 19th, the Salina Fire Department responded to a report of a small log pile on fire along the Smoky Hill River near Indian Rock Park. It is important to note that this incident was separate from the larger and more publicized log jam located at Bill Bur
Jul 22, 2025
First Thursday Presentation on Kitkehahki Pawnee in Kansas
The Pawnee Nation has a long and significant history in Kansas. Their presence in the north and central regions dates back centuries. Join Dr. Carlton Shield Chief Gover, (Ckîri, Parî/Pawnee) as he offers an overview of what we know about the Kitkehahki in Kansas and ho
Jul 22, 2025
Chili Cook-off Entries Wanted
Calling all chili enthusiasts! It is time to showcase your culinary skills and unique chili creations at the 2025 Boiling Pot Chili Cook-Off during the Smoky Hill Museum Street Fair. You will be provided with a generous starter kit—15 lbs. of beef, plus onions and tomat
Jul 22, 2025
Call for Street Fair Parade Entries
It is time to design a great parade float for the Smoky Hill Museum Street Fair. This one‐day event of fun celebrates the history and heritage of the Smoky Hills region. We invite you to participate in this wonderful event by entering an Autumn or “Old West” themed par
Jul 22, 2025
City of Salina Landfill Resuming Operations
After a temporary closure due to excessive rainfall, the Landfill is now ready to accept waste. However, due to muddy conditions, limb drop-off services remain temporarily unavailable. The City will continue to monitor site conditions and will notify the public when lim
Jul 22, 2025
City of Salina Landfill Delayed Opening July 22
The Landfill received an excess of rainfall last night, July 21, affecting the area designated for safe work during wet conditions. The Landfill crew is working diligently to create a new area for operations to start as soon as possible.
A delay of 1-2 hours is
Jul 18, 2025
UTILITY CONSTRUCTION NOTICE MARTIN AVE. AND S. OHIO ST.
Beginning Tuesday, July 22, 2025, Boretec, LLC will be working in Martin Ave. between Beatrice Ave. and S. Ohio Street. Pavement will be removed to replace a water main valve. Access onto Martin Ave. from Ohio Street will be prohibited. Martin Ave. will be closed to thr
Jul 16, 2025
Notice of Public Hearing by Planning Commission
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGNOTICE is hereby given that a public hearing will be held by the Planning Commission to consider the following application(s):Application #Z08-10B, filed by Les Schwab Tire Center, requesting approval of a final development plan to allow the cons
Jul 15, 2025
Salina Public Library Resolution 25-02 Increasing Mill Levy
Salina Public Library - Mill Levy Resolution No. 25-02
A Resolution of the Salina Public Library, Salina, Kansas to increase the mill levy.
WHEREAS the current mill levy rate for the Salina Public Library is at 5.595 mills calculated by the Salina CountyClerk; and
Jul 09, 2025
Hartland Ave Street Pavement Repair
Beginning Thursday July 10, the City of Salina Public Works Department will be replacing sections of roadway on Hartland Avenue between Robin Road and Linda Lane. During working hours Hartland Avenue will be closed to traffic and during offhours, one lane will be open t
Jun 30, 2025
Salina General Services Offices Announce Closure for Independence Day
The Salina General Services Offices, the Household Hazardous Waste Facility, and the Salina Drive-thru Recycling Center will be closed on Friday, July 4th, 2025, in observance of Independence Day.
Please note that sanitation services will operate on their regular
Jun 27, 2025
UTILITY CONSTRUCTION NOTICE MARYMOUNT RD AND GLEN AVE
Beginning Tuesday, July 1, 2025, Smoky Hill Construction will be working in the intersection of Marymount Road and Glen Avenue. Pavement will be removed, existing utilities will be located, and a new water main will be installed. Eastbound Glen Avenue will be closed