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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.

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST FOR CITY ATTORNEY POSITION

THE CITY OF GALENA, KS INVITES THE SUBMISSIONS OF LETTERS OF INTEREST FROM QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH EXTENSIVE LEGAL EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE TO SUPPORT THE CITY OF GALENA IN VARIOUS LEGAL MATTERS AS MUNICIPAL CITY ATTORNEY.

SCOPE OF SERVICES WOULD INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

  • LEGAL ADVICE AND REPRESENATION IN ALL MATTERS RELATED TO MUNICIPAL LAW, GOVERNANCE AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE.
  • DRAFTING, REVIEWING AND NEGOTIATING CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, ORDINANCES, RESOLUTIONS AND ANY OTHER MUNICIPAL LEGISLATION.
  • REPRESENTING THE CITY’S INTEREST IN LITIGATION, ARBITRATION, ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS AND OTHER LEGAL PROCEEDINGS.
  • OFFERING COUNSEL ON LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAW, PERSONNEL ISSUES, BILLING, FINANCE AND PUBLIC RELATIONS.
  • ATTENDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS TWICE EACH MONTH.
  • ATTENDING SPECIAL MEETINGS WHEN REQUESTED.
  • PROVIDE LEGAL COUNSEL ON MUNICIPAL SPECIFIC LAW.
  • REVIEWING AND WRITING POLICIES, MUNICIPAL CODES, CORRESPONDENCES AND OTHER ROUTINE DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT FUNCTION.
  • REPORT CHANGES IN FEDERAL, STATE OR COUNTY LEGISLATION THAT AFFECT THE CITY.
  • MAINTAIN AN ETHICAL AND PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH THE CITY, INCLUDING RESIDENTS OF THE COMMUNITY.
  • COMPLY WITH ALL FEDERAL, STATE AND CITY CODES AND LAWS.

INTERESTED PARTIES SHOULD EMAIL THEIR LETTER OF INTEREST TO CITY CLERK, TRACY ROBERTS, AT T.ROBERTS@GALENAKS.GOV OR DROP OFF AT GALENA CITY HALL AT 211 W. 7TH STREET, GALENA, KS 66739.

Notice of Hearing to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate and Budget Hearing

The governing body of City of Galena will meet on September 2, 2025 at 6:00 pm at City Hall for the purpose of hearing and answering objections of taxpayers relating to the proposed use of all funds and the amount of the ad valorem tax.

Detailed budget information is available at City Clerks Office and will be available at this hearing


BUDGET SUMMARY


Proposed Budget 2026 Expenditures and Amount of 2025 Ad Valorem Tax establish the maximum limits of the 2026 budget. Estimated Tax Rate is subject to change depending on the final assessed valuation.

2026 RNR PublicationDownload

2024 Consumer Confidence Report Now Available

The Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) rule is part of the 1996 Amendments to the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) which requires public water utilities to provide consumers more information on their drinking water and opportunities to get involved in protecting their sources of water.

Under the CCR rule, all public water utilities are required to provide consumers with an annual water quality report known as a Consumer Confidence Report. These reports must be delivered to customers by July 1 of each year. Copies of the Consumer Confidence Report may be viewed by visiting https://galenaks.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2024-CCR-1.pdf. Paper copies are available at City Hall located at 211 w 7th Street, Galena, Ks 66739. For more information, please contact us at 620-783-5265 ext.1.      

Preparation for Winter Weather

In preparation for winter weather this week, we wanted to make citizens aware of some schedule modifications if the predictions really occur:

  1. All city offices are already scheduled to be closed tomorrow, February 17th, for President’s Day. 
  2. The regular council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 18th, will be postponed to a later date (and will be published when a new date has been set). 
  3. Mondays trash is scheduled to be picked up on Tuesday due to being closed for President’s Day. We may be delayed on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays routes due to snow and below freezing temps. Worst case scenario, we will be caught up on all regular trash days next week. We will not be charging anyone for trash overages for next week or the following week.

All updates and modifications will be posted on the City website and Facebook page. Dispatch will run 24/7 regardless of weather. Again, this is solely in anticipation for severe winter weather. If we do not get what is predicted then it will be business as usual. 

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we (hopefully) close out the winter season. Check in on your friends, family and neighbors during this cold stretch. And keep our first responders and city lot crew in your prayers as they brave these cold days. 

Take care,

Ashley Qualls Groves