Welcome to Maize, Kansas
Maize is a unique, progressive city enjoying metropolitan
status in a rural surrounding. We are a civic-minded community with numerous
citizens who volunteer their time for an array of activities. Our city officials
and city staff continue to strengthen the value of teamwork and civic loyalty,
as we provide essential services ensuring all citizens a secure environment in
which to live, work and play. Excellent schools, low crime rate and easy access
to the entire metro area makes Maize a unique place to live. Maize, where
community counts. We welcome you to Maize and invite you to visit our local
businesses.
Clair Donnelly, Mayor
What's Happening in Maize...
Fireworks in the city of Maize
The discharging of fireworks is allowed in the city of Maize between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. June 27 through July 4 on private property and designated public property. It is unlawful to discharge fireworks on any public property, streets, alleys, and parks at any time.
The city of Maize is planning its annual fireworks show again this year. The show will begin between 9:45 and 10:00 p.m. and will last approximately 45 minutes. The fireworks will be held west of the Community Building, south of Pray-Woodman Elementary School. No personal fireworks are allowed.
As a reminder, while fireworks are legal inside the city limits as outlined above, it is illegal to possess, manufacture, store, offer for sale, expose for sale, sell at retail, use, handle, or explode any fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Sedgwick County.
Please remember to handle all fireworks safely and enjoy our nation's Independence Day.
37th Street North Construction from Tyler Road to Maize Road
The City of Wichita bas contracted with APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Division to reconstruct 37th Street North between Tyler and Maize Road. The project is scheduled to begin May 11, 2009 and is estimated to be completed in early October 2009. However, as with many construction projects, these dates are dependent upon weather conditions and the potential for delays if unforeseen utility conflicts are encountered.
Construction will be performed in three major phases.
Phase 1: The week of May 11 will include site preparation and clearing work. Beginning May 18th, 37th Street will be closed between Tyler and Maize Roads for approximately three months. Through traffic on 37th Street will be detoured to 29th Street. Residents with driveway access on 37th Street will reach their homes via temporary roadways constructed adjacent to the north side of 37th Street. Watercress residents should access Maize Road by traveling on Wynwood and Grady Streets. On or about August 15, 2009, 37th Street will reopen to one lane of through traffic in each direction. Intermittent flagging of traffic at Maize Road may occur during the course of the project.
Phase 2: Maize Road, north and south of 37th Street, will be limited to one lane of traffic in each direction. Traffic on 37th Street will continue to have one lane of through traffic in each direction, including a small position west of Maize Road. Intermittent flagging of traffic may occur.
Phase 3: Final asphalt surface pavement and pavement markings will be applied. Traffic on 37th Street and on Maize Road will be limited to one lane of traffic in each direction. Landscaping and sod installation will also be completed at this time, along with other finish work. Intermittent flagging of traffic may occur.
Ultimately, these improvements will be of lasting benefit, not just to those in the immediate area, but also to the City as a whole. However, as with any public improvement project, those impacted by construction will realize temporary inconveniences. Your support and cooperation, which are critical in ensuring the success of this project, are appreciated.
If you have any questions regarding this project, please feel free to contact Tom Stivers or Harry Elstun, APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Division at 524-5200, or our Project Engineer, Steve Degenhardt, P.E., at 268-4043.
Swine Flu
Swine
Influenza is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza virus
that regularly causes outbreaks of influenza in pigs. Swine flu viruses cause
high levels of illness but low death rates in pigs. Swine influenza viruses may
circulate among swine throughout the year, but most outbreaks occur during the
late fall and winter months similar to outbreaks in humans. Human cases of
swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in Kansas as well
as four additional states and internationally. This situation is of high concern
for public health officials because it is a novel virus – one that we have never
seen in humans before – so it is unlikely that anyone has a natural immunity to
it.
CDC has activated its emergency operations center to coordinate the agency’s emergency response. CDC’s goals are to reduce transmission and illness severity, and provide information to help health care providers, public health officials and the public address the challenges posed by this swine influenza virus. The CDC has also issued a travel warning recommending that people avoid non-essential travel to Mexico.
In addition the Kansas Department of Health and Environment has set up a Swine Flu website to help keep Kansas residents advised of the illness in Kansas.
Grant Money for Weatherizing Your Home is Available to Sedgwick County Residents
The South Central Kansas Economic Development District(SCKEDD) of Wichita offers the Kansas Weatherization Assistance Program (KWAP), which uses grants to pay for:
- New furnaces/Refrigerators
- Wall/Attic/Foundation Insulation
- Sealing air leaks in the house
- Compact Fluorescent Lamps in place of light bulbs
Income Guidelines are:
- 1 person household $27,247
- 2 person household $35,630
- 3 person household $44,014
- 4 person household $52,397
- 5 person household $60,781
- 6 person household $69,164
Inter-Governmental Agreements with Wichita
City Council decisions impact the future of Maize and no one can anticipate
the future - development comes with a cost. The Council’s vision has been to
grow and improve the community. We have installed a water system, encouraged
development, and put financial guidelines in place to maintain financial
integrity. Therefore, on March 16, 2009 the Maize City Council approved three
inter-governmental agreements with Wichita.
37th Street Agreement provides:
- A $5 million upgrade of 37th Street between Maize & Tyler to a five-lane roadway with signalization and turn lanes at 37th and Maize Road at no cost to the City of Maize.
- Maintenance and repair of the street at no cost to the City of Maize.
The 37th Street Project is the south “Face of our City.” We as a Council
encourage commercial development. By improving infrastructure, economic
development is promoted.
Emergency Water Supply Contract provides:
- Backup for the Maize Water System in case the water system should fail or become polluted (i.e. City of Greensburg, KS)
Securing an emergency hookup is a pro-active step to assure Maize citizens are not without water for any length of time.
Addendum No. 1 to K.S.A. 12-2908 Agreement provides:
- Delivery of treated water and sewer service by Wichita to a “designated area” within the city limits of Maize at no cost to the City of Maize - the area is south of 37th Street and west in the area adjacent to the Wichita Sewer Plant at 135th Street, north of 37th Street.
- Collection of a Maize Equivalent Fee from Wichita paid to Maize
- Remittance of a monthly Grant Fee not less than five percent (5%) of gross receipts from Wichita paid to Maize.
The City of Maize receives the assessed valuation (property tax) from the “designated area” and residents currently living in this area CANNOT be forced to hookup to Wichita water or sewer until a request is made.
Water
Bill Payments
NOTICE: Beginning May 1st 2009, water/sewer payments must be made before the shut-off date to avoid disconnection. If payment is made on or after the shut-off day a $50 reconnect fee as well as the past due balance must be paid in full before service is restored. If you have any questions contact Kasey or Sue at 722-7561.
Water bills go out approximately the 5th of every month. If you have not received a bill by the 10th, please call City Hall.
Water bills may be paid online at www.maizepayments.com or by phone at 1-800-487-4567 using your credit or debit card. Please note credit/debit card payments can only be made online or by calling the online payment center, and cannot be made in person at City Hall. A convenience fee will be applied to all phone and online payments.
Bills are due on the 20th of each month. After the 20th, a 5% late fee is charged to those accounts that have not been paid. A $50.00 reconnection fee will be added to ALL accounts that have not paid by 11 a.m. on the shut off date unless prior arrangements have been made.
Community Survey
Share your Vision with Your City Government Officials
Public participation and input is an essential part of the planning process. We appreciate you taking time to share your thoughts as we begin to prioritize these items. The action plan will prioritize community projects, creating public-private partnerships to secure implementation funding. Creating a shared vision is usually accomplished by working through a variety of means to promote community consensus. Please download and complete our community survey and return it to City Hall.
Pay Your Traffic Tickets Online
While no one likes receiving a traffic ticket, the city of Maize Municipal Court now offers a convenient way to pay your ticket online by credit card. Click here to pay your traffic ticket online.
Maize Historical and Cultural Society
Have you ever wondered the when, where, or why The Maize Fall Festival came to be a yearly event? Are you curious about other historical events or sights in Maize? Then wonder no more. You can be a part of the group that is working toward preserving Maize history. Make a difference in your community and help preserve Maize History by joining the Maize Historical and Cultural Society. If you are interested in joining or would like more information call Dorothy Bigelow at 316-722-0641 or Gloria Koster at 316-722-6224.
Mission Statement of City of Maize
Through the integration of its population into every aspect of quality education, civic improvements, community appearance, commerce and recreation, Maize shall preserve its small town atmosphere and become the Best Small City in Kansas.