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PAWPRINTS ON THE HEARTLAND
NEWS RELEASE
Subject: PAWPRINTS/GALENA
2/18/22
The Pawprints on the Heartland’s low-cost spay/neuter van will be operating in GALENA on TUESDAY, MARCH 8th.
The fee for the spay/neuter surgery for cats and small dogs is $40.00. Assistance is available for low-income, disabled, and elderly.
All pets must be at least three months old and, on a leash, or in a carrier. Appointments are necessary and can be made by calling 620-232-0907 on Monday, Wednesday, or Friday between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm.
Only 25 slots are open and will be filled on first call basis.
To date, over approximately 90,000 pets have been spayed/neutered with this program preventing the birth of millions of homeless animals.
Pawprints is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping control the overpopulation of animals. Each year thousands of pets in southeast Kansas must be put to death simply because there are not enough homes for them. Pawprints’ motto is “PREVENTION, NOT DESTRUCTION”.
If you would like to sponsor a spay/neuter for a disadvantaged animal, send your $40.00 donation to PAWPRINTS, P.O. Box 644, Pittsburg, KS 66762
COVID TESTING INFORMATION

Please Scan the above QR code with your smartphone or enter www.ivymedical.co/galena to pre-register for your free COVID 19 test. Our Galena, KS site is located at City Hall/Police Station in the Community Room. Drive through testing is available for pre-registered patients, the building is also open for those who wish to come inside. We ask that if you are experiencing any
flu-like symptoms that you stay in your car.
Once you have pre-registered, promptly go to your email and CONFIRM the link (blue lines). Please check your spam as the email is automatically sent after the registration page is complete. If you miss this step, you will not be notified of your results. Please keep track of the PASSWORD you create.
After testing, you will receive an email with results. CLICK THE LINK: Enter your email and password to retrieve results. Rapid test will be available within 2 hours or less and the PCR test will take 24-48 hours for notification.
Trouble with Results? Go to ivymedical.co
Locate the “Need Help w/Covid Results” link Click and Follow the prompts.
Still need help. Email: hello@ivymedical.co
Please know that Ivy Medical is a HIPPA compliant company and use of our software and email notification of test results is the best way to maintain compliance and the safety of your information.
Solid Waste Pickup Update
The Public Works Department will be picking up Thursday and Fridays routes today Friday, February 4, 2022. Please be patient with us as we try and catch up under these weather conditions.
Inclement Weather Information
Due to Inclement weather the City Clerks Office and the Court Clerks Office will be closed today Thursday, February 3, 2022.
Trash Services have been postponed until futher notice.
For utility emergencies please call 620-783-1991 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. After hours utility emergencies please call 620-783-5065.
Regular Meeting 01/17/2022 Canceled
Due to the lack of quorum, illnesses, and lack of President of Council the scheduled meeting for today, Monday, January 17th, 2022 is canceled. All agenda items will be addressed at the Regular Meeting on Monday, February 07, 2022.
Road Closure Notification
North Main Street from Clark Street to Front Street will be closed to make repairs beginning December 7th at 7am and ending on December 9th at 5pm. Please see attached photo for detour route.

Online Account Access through FrontDesk is Available NOW! AllPaid services will be discontinued.
For Immediate Release:
We are excited to announce that the City of Galena has adopted FrontDesk, a web-based platform that gives our residents access to a variety of tools to interact with us in one convenient place. We have invested in this platform to provide a modern, satisfying, and convenient experience. This is a part of our effort to provide superior customer service and offerings to [insert your Agency Name] residents and to strengthen the connection between citizen and government. Sign up for FrontDesk here: https://galenaks.frontdeskgworks.com/
FrontDesk offers many exciting features and benefits for all city residents including:
- Conveniently pay your monthly utility bills from the comfort and safety of your home. No more writing out a check each month to pay your utility bill! No worries about social distancing and possible exposure.
- Receive bills electronically.
- Enroll in autopay using ACH or credit card payments so you won’t have to remember to pay your bills each month.
- Get important messages and notifications via email or text.
- 24/7 access to your utility account and usage information including utility usage, tracking multiple accounts, and submitting service requests.
- Conveniently submit utility service requests from your computer or mobile device.
- Fill out and submit forms directly online and pay any associated fees online. Our staff will review and process the forms – no more paper required!
- Easy access to Public Notices and answers to Frequently Asked Questions so you can see important city-related information in one place.
- Review Meeting Agendas and Minutes. (in Progress)
- Use Citizen Requests to submit requests directly to the necessary government officials with a few clicks of a mouse or taps on a smartphone.
FrontDesk is mobile-friendly and can be accessed anywhere from any device with an internet connection. Log in to see all your outstanding bills, pay bills online or enroll in autopay for added convenience. You will also have access to important city information including public notices, Council Meeting Agendas and Minutes, answers to Frequently Asked Questions, and ability to fill out and submit forms online. FrontDesk is your direct line of communication to receive your information, alerts, and notices.
Sign up for FrontDesk today! https://galenaks.frontdeskgworks.com/
GovPayNet or AllPaid will no longer be available in 2022. Sign up for your Front Desk Account Now.

