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City of Yates Center - City of Yates Center

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    • Yates Center Days
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  • Council Information
    • Council Minutes
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    • Fishing Regulations
    • Lakes
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    • Fishing Derby
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Forms

Water Line Inspection Form

Board Appointment

Building Permit

Public Agenda Request

Water Application

Water & Sewer Utility Payment Agreement

Request for Leak Adjustment Form

Application For Employment

Sidewalk Grant Permit

Sidewalk Program

Special Purpose Vehicle Permit

Lend-A-Truck Program

 

Public Notices

Effective IMMEDIATELY, the tree dump site at the South Owl dam is permanently closed by order of the City Council. Anyone dumping on the site will be fined up to $500.00. Please use the Woodson County Transfer Station for your disposal needs.

City Maintenance Request

We appreciate your help in keeping the City of Yates Center in proper condition by reporting needed services/repairs. Send a service request here!

NO SOLICITING, PLEASE.

Public Notices

We are looking for interested citizens to be part of a Planning Commission and also an Appeals Board. The Planning Commission consists of 5 members and the Appeals Board consists of 3 members. Members must live within city limits and no further than 3 miles outside of Yates Center or own a property in the City of Yates Center. This will be a non-paid position. Please contact city hall (620-625-2118) or any council member if interested.

Bid Notices

The City of Yates Center is compiling a list of contractors interested in bidding on the cleanup of properties in violation of city codes. 1,000,000 liability insurance and work comp coverage required. For more information, or to be put on the list to notify for bids, contact Yates Center City Hall at 620-625-2118 or cityhall@cityofyatescenter.com

Employment Opportunities

CODE OFFICER/ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
This position combines the job duties of code enforcement officer and zoning administrator. It is a
part-time position without benefits. This is an immediate opening and applications will be taken until position is filled and does not require residency in Yates Center.
CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER – The officer will take complaints and look for code violations regarding but not limited to:
- Tall grass and weeds
- Inoperable and untagged vehicles
- Unsafe or unsightly houses
- Residents living in campers
Following procedures set by city ordinance, officer will notify property owners and follow through until violation is corrected. This could involve writing tickets or notifying city contractor to mow.
Files will be kept updated on all code violations.
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR – Will be responsible for helping citizens with zoning or building permit questions. Administrator will be required to check zoning requirements and mark city right-of-way before permits are issued.
A high school diploma or GED is required.
A valid driver’s license is required.
The employee is under the direct supervision of the Chair of the Administrative Committee and the general supervision of the Administrative Committee.
The City of Yates Center is an equal opportunity employer. To apply, come to City Hall, 117 E Rutledge, and fill out an application during business hours of 8 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday.

Employment Opportunities

The City of Yates Center is accepting applications for a water, wastewater superintendent.
Class 2 certification is preferred, if not certified, must be able to obtain a Class 2 water and wastewater certification within two years of employment.
Duties include but not limited to supervising operators, working in the water and wastewater plants, working on the water distribution system and wastewater collection system. Applications and job description may be picked up at city hall, 117 East Rutledge, Yates Center, Kansas.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For additional information or questions contact Scott Grogg water/wastewater superintendent, water plant 620-625-2102, city hall 620-625-2118 or E-Mail: water@yatescenter.gov or cityhall@yatescenter.gov.
The City of Yates Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Council Members

Justin Weston (Mayor)
Amber Barney
Kelly Shaffer
Jason Cathcard
Vacant
Charyl Stewart
John Atkin
Chris Cavender
Lyle Kee

 

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Water Quality Report

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