City of Towanda, Kansas

08/26/2026

The City of Towanda has two openings for great people to join our team and serve the community!

We are looking for team members who demonstrate the following:

Deputy City Clerk/Utility Clerk
• Thrives on building community through everyday interactions
• Enjoys providing top-notch service to resolve customer concerns, answer questions, and provide information about the City and its services
• Has a knack for hometown hospitality and creating spaces where people feel welcomed and cared about
• Can track multiple projects, situations, and work orders with attention to urgency, timeliness, and keeping customers and coworkers informed
• Is a gifted problem solver, who takes pride in finding resolutions
• Backs it all up with a keen eye for details through accurate financial entry, report development, and records management

General Maintenance Worker I - Part-time
• Demonstrates strong mechanical and technical aptitudes to effectively operate everything from hand tools to heavy equipment
• Can learn new skills quickly and adapt to changing environments
• Applies past experience and training to effectively solve problems while under pressure
• Understands and abides by safety procedures and maintains awareness of surroundings and potential hazards
• Takes ownership of tasks and exhibits pride in the way the work betters the community
• Brings a positive attitude and strong work ethic each day

Check out the full job descriptions at https://www.cityoftowanda.com/employment. If interested, email your cover letter and resume to [email protected] to apply. Priority will be given to applications received by September 1.

The anticipated hiring range for both roles is $20-23.50/hour, depending on qualifications.

Applications for employment may be submitted to Towanda City Hall at any time for consideration of current or future job openings.

08/19/2026

Heads up! Our crew has been out completing patches on a section of Clay Hill Road west of 6th Street. This road will be down to one lane through tomorrow morning.

08/13/2026

Agenda for the Regular City Council meeting is available at https://www.cityoftowanda.com/agendas-minutes

08/11/2026

If you own property, you may have recently received a notice of proposed property tax increase and public hearings from Butler County. And, if you looked at the City of Towanda, you may have seen a HUGE proposed increase for 2027 😱😭

We have good news though! Last week, Towanda voters overwhelmingly passed a 1.5% sales tax for the next 10 years that provides a dedicated source of funding for streets and law enforcement. With funds secured for these critical (and costly) services, we're rebuilding the proposed budget at a level much closer to the current year's 43.577 mills (rather than the 63.577 on your statements, which might have been needed if the sales tax hadn’t passed).

For those who want to see the outcomes or comment on the final proposed budget, the City of Towanda budget hearing will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, September 9 at City Hall as part of the September Council meeting.

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08/10/2026

If you see fire hydrants running or water flowing down the streets, it's our Public Works crew performing routine system flushing. This helps keep the water system fresh and healthy, and is part of our standard maintenance.

08/05/2026

We know most people don't eagerly watch for bills to arrive, but if you are wondering where water bills are, they'll be arriving soon!

We've had some staffing changes at City Hall and new people learning new processes. We're also trying to make sure we get things right to minimize any concerns or frustrations.

In the meantime, if you like checking water bill payment off your to-do list early in the month, give us a call or swing by and we'll be happy to help!

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08/05/2026

The City of Towanda is looking for a Temporary Office Assistant to help keep our community running smoothly.

📞 Customer service
💵 Financial entry & payroll support
📄 Filing, scanning, meeting minutes
🗂️ General office help

🕒 25–30 hrs/week
💰 $17/hr
📅 6–12 week assignment

If you’re organized, great with people, and familiar with QuickBooks, we’d love to hear from you. Local government experience is a plus.

To apply, send your resume and a cover letter to [email protected]. More details and full job description are available at https://www.cityoftowanda.com/employment

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08/02/2026

Towanda residents: Do you have questions about the proposed sales tax, budget, or other aspects of the City?
If so, consider joining Mayor Mike Hayes for an informal Q&A Sunday afternoon in the Council Room!

07/17/2026

If you live along the east part of Clay Hill Road or S. 6th Street, you likely received a yellow door hanger with updates on next steps as the road rehabilitation wraps up.

Next week (July 20-24) a slurry seal mixture will be spread over recently repaired sections, and this will seal the roadways and extend their lives.

How to prepare:
- All cars need to be moved off the street by 7 a.m. each day. Cars not moved will be towed to a nearby street.
- Turn off automatic watering devices each evening before work.
- Avoid throwing grass clippings on the street until the work is complete.

The streets will be closed during the day, but there will be access provided in the event of emergencies.
- You may stay in your driveway if you do not plan to leave your house during the day
- The seal coat contains oil that can damage your car's finish and other surfaces
- Do not walk or drive through closed areas.

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