City of Maize, Kansas "Where Community Counts"

Hours Mon - Fri
8:00 AM -5:00 PM

Regular Events

City Council meetings are held every third Monday of the month: 7:30 p.m.

Planning Commission meetings are held every first Thursday of the month: 7:30 p.m.

Tree & Park Board meetings are held every second Thursday of the month: 6:30 p.m.

Sedgwick County Health Department Mobile Health Clinic visits Maize the 2nd Wednesday of every month (9:30 AM - 11:30 AM) at the Maize Community Building (401 N. Khedive). No appointment necessary. Immunizations are available. Please bring immunization record and medical card.

Events Does your organization have an event you'd like to have posted on our site and community calendar? Use our event submission form to send us the information.

NO SMOKING
Ordinance
762.8.902

Effective July 24, 2008 it is unlawful to smoke in an enclosed area within public places within the city of Maize and in any facility or in any equipment owned and/or operated by the city. Click here to read the full ordinance.

Welcome to Maize, Kansas

City of Maize Mayor Clair Donnelly 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...

Crime Tip of the Month - School Traffic Safety!

School is back in session. With the road construction on 119th Street, Maize residents will see an even greater increase in traffic congestion in the core area of the city in the morning hours and afternoon when schools let out for the day. Drivers are asked to have patience and watch for children and pedestrian traffic around schools. The Maize Police Department will be enforcing school zones and traffic laws and will be assisting with traffic control during peak traffic times.

2008 Maize Fall Festival - "Let Freedom Ring"

This year's Maize Fall Festival, sponsored by the Maize Lions Club with support from the community and many vendors, is scheduled for October 10 & 11. The festival's theme is "Let Freedom Ring". Now is the time to get in your parade and vendor application tuned into the Maize Lions Club to particpate. For more information and applications visit the Maize Lions Club's website. Join us for a weekend of fun and entertainment and "Let Freedom Ring".

Community Building Remodel

The Community Building will be unavailable to rent from August 6 through September 7 for remodel. Rental dates will resume after September 7. The Maize Recreation Commission's Multi-Purpose Room is available to rent. Please call 729-7818 for more information.

Water Bill Reminders!

Water bills go out approximately the 5th of every month. If you have not received a bill by the 10th, please call City Hall.

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.

General Election - November 4, 2008

Don't forget to vote on November 4, 2008 in the General Election. The Election Polling Place for Maize residents is the Community Building at 401 Khedive. For more information visit the Sedgwick County Election Office website.

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.

Looking for Maize High School Graduates of the class of 1988

The reunion committee of the Maize High School class of 1988 is planning a 20 year reunion on September 27, 2008. Save the date and we will let you know more soon. Contact Teresa (Baughman) Claybrook at teresa_claybrook@yahoo.com or Kim (Sawyer)Yocum at kyocum33@yahoo.com with your contact information.

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.