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CITY OF GALENA UTILITY SERVICES

GO PAPERLESS WITH E-BILLING!

The City of Galena is encouraging utility customers to sign up for electronic billing (E-Billing)! Receive your utility bills electronically and enjoy a convenient way to keep track of your monthly bill.

Ready to sign up? It’s easy!

You can enroll in E-Billing by choosing one of the following options:

  • Call City Hall: 620-783-5265, Extension 1 Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Online: Complete the E-Billing enrollment form below.
  • In Person: 211 W 7th St. Galena, Ks 66739

Going paperless is a simple way to help reduce paper waste while making it easier to manage your utility account.

Have questions? Our Utility Billing staff are happy to help!

Thank you for being a valued City of Galena utility customer!

City of Galena, Kansas — Serving Our Community!

Utility Account Holder Name
Utility Account Address
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Proof of Account Holder Identification is required.

Notice of Public Hearing

Notice is hereby given that the Governing Body of the City of Galena, Kansas, will conduct a public hearing to consider a request for a tax abatement for US Iridium LLC, concerning property located at:

820 S. Main Street
Galena, Kansas

The public hearing will be held on:

Monday, November 2, 2026
6:00 p.m.

The hearing will take place in the:

Galena City Council Chamber
211 W. 7th Street
Galena, Kansas 66739

The purpose of the public hearing is to provide members of the public an opportunity to be heard regarding the proposed tax abatement for US Iridium LLC and the property located at 820 S. Main Street.

All interested persons are invited to attend the public hearing and provide comments concerning the proposed tax abatement. Written comments may also be submitted to the City of Galena City Clerk prior to the public hearing.

BRUSH PILE BURNING NOTICE

The City of Galena Public Works Team will begin burning the City’s brush pile today.

Residents in the surrounding area may notice smoke or a smoky smell while the brush pile is being burned. Please don’t be alarmed—this is planned work being conducted by the City of Galena Public Works Department.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as our Public Works Team works to safely clear and maintain the City’s brush area.

Thank you for your cooperation!

— City of Galena Public Works Department

Now accepting applications for Chief of Police – Galena Police Department

The Galena Kansas Police Department is seeking a highly motivated individual with a desire to serve our community as the next Chief of Police. Galena is in Cherokee County in the southeast corner of Kansas bordering Missouri. The City of Galena offers a strong benefit package that includes 100% coverage for individual health and dental care. Retirement is currently through KPERS.

The Chief of Police position is a salary position based on qualifications. All uniforms and equipment, including take home vehicle are provided, with a mild call volume of 2,400 per year. Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five (5) years experience as a sworn police officer is preferred. Candidates must satisfy all state requirements as set forth in K.S.A. 74-5605 or certification by reciprocity. Applicants must have a valid drivers license.

Further information or to pick up an applications please visit City Hall located at 211 W 7th Street, Galena, Ks 66739. Applications can also be filled out online (see below). Questions may be directed to Chief Allison at 620-783-1900.

City of Galena Employee Application

Name
Address
How did you find out about this position?
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Employment Desired

Have you ever been an employee of the City of Galena?
Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?

Employment Experience

Address
Address
Address

Educational Background

Address
Address
Did you graduate?
Address
Did you graduate?
Address
Did you graduate?

References

Include supervisors and person we may contact to verify your performance and qualifications. Do not give names of persons related to you.
Name
Your Supervisor?
Address
Name
Your Supervisor?
Address
Name
Address

Addendum

At the time of interview you will be required to sign a release form to all access to any and all of your records. This will include high school and college or university transcripts and credit information.

High School/GED Information

Copy of High School Diploma is required and must be attached.
Did you Graduate
Did you Graduate
Did you Graduate
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Copy of GED is required and must be attached.
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College or University Information

Copy of Degree(s) must be attached
Did you Graduate
Did you Graduate
Did you Graduate
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Veteran Information

If you are a veteran, please list the branch(s) of service and dates and include type of discharge received o include the “RE” code.

Places of Residence for the Last 5 Years

Address #1
Address #2
Address #3

Verification

Please check all your information, complete all fields, and attach all supporting documents before submitting this application and addendum.
I certify by signing this electronically, that all the information submitted by me on this application is true and complete, and I understand that if any false or misleading information, omissions, or misrepresentations are discovered, my application may be rejected, and if I am employed, my employment may be terminated at any time. In consideration of my employment, I agree to conform to the office’s rules and regulations, and I understand that these rules and or the employee handbook do not form a contract of employment either expressed or implied, and I agree that my employment and compensation can be terminated, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at either my or the department’s option. I also understand and agree that the terms and conditions of my employment may be changed, with or without cause and with or without notice, at any time by the office. I understand that no city representative, other than the Mayor, and then only when in writing and signed by the Mayor, has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specific period of time, or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing.

FALL CITY WIDE YARD SALE AND CLEAN UP

City Wide Yard Sales will be October 3rd. Permits can be purchased at City Hall for $5.00.

City Wide Clean Ups are a *free* service to assist residents with removal of items that cannot be picked up with their regular weekly trash collection and/or are too difficult to haul away on their own. You must have a current City of Galena Utility Account to participate.

1). All items must be placed at the street side curb. The crew will not enter yards or alleys to pick up your items.

2). NO HOUSEHOLD/KITCHEN TRASH – if it can be taken with your usual weekly trash collection, that is how it needs to be disposed of.

3). ABSOLUTELY NO PILES OF CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS, SHINGLES, PAINT, CHEMICALS, LIQUIDS, CINDER BLOCKS, TIRES, ROCKS OR BOULDERS. We will not accept *whole house* cleanouts or remodel debris.

4). Any items that are left behind must be removed by the property owner.

5.) Items will only be picked up on your original trash day. 8/5/2026-8/9/2026.

Accepting Letters of Interest for Vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Committee

1 Position available

Position 1- shall reside inside of the corporate limits of Galena, Kansas. (updated)

Overview:

POWERS AND DUTIES. (a) The planning commission and city governing body shall have all the powers and duties set forth in K.S.A. 12-701 et seq., and amendments thereto, and such other powers and duties as are now or may hereafter be prescribed by law. (b) In the event the city has no city planning commission or the city planning commission lacks a quorum, the city council may exercise the duties thereof.

BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS. The planning commission is hereby designated to serve as the city’s board of zoning ppeals with all the powers and duties as provided for in K.S.A. 12-759. The board shall adopt rules in the form of bylaws for its operation which shall include hearing procedures. Such bylaws shall be subject to the approval of the governing body. Public records shall be kept of all official actions of the board which shall be maintained separately from those of the commission. The board shall keep minutes of its proceedings showing evidence presented, findings of fact, decisions and the vote upon each
question or appeal. A majority of the members of the board present and voting at the hearing shall be required to decide any appeal. Subject to subsequent approval of the governing body, the board shall establish a scale of reasonable fees to be paid in advance by the appealing party.

The City of Galena is always looking for dedicated residents who care about their community’s future to serve on our governing body or committees.

Letters of interest can be mailed or delivered to City of Galena 211 W 7th St. Galena, Kansas 66739, faxed to 620-783-5111, or you may fill out the form below. Deadline: October 5, 2026.

LETTER OF INTEREST FOR PLANNING AND ZONING COMMITTEE
Name
Address
Used to verify address.
Do you live inside City Limits?
Please note that committee member shall reside inside of the corporate limits of Galena, Kansas.