Feedback from the 2027 Budget Simulator | | |
In May, Sedgwick County invited citizens to fill out the 2027 Budget Simulator and tell us what services they want to prioritize next year. Using the interactive tool, residents shared what matters most to them, choosing whether to increase, decrease or maintain funding levels for County departments and services.
The results of are now in! Wichita State University Professor Dr. David Guo gave a presentation to Sedgwick County Commissioners, explaining what the feedback means. Watch the video on our website at 2027 Budget Simulator results.
The simulator is part of Sedgwick County’s ongoing commitment to transparency and public engagement. The feedback collected will help influence development of the County’s 2027 budget.
| | City and County to hold En Banc Meeting June 30 | | |
Sedgwick County Commissioners and the Wichita City Council will hold an En Banc Meeting on Tuesday, June 30, to discuss several topics that affect our community, including The Pinnacle First Responder Health & Wellness Center, the local law school need & homelessness.
You're invited to attend in-person at 9 a.m. at Wichita City Hall, 455 N. Main St., or watch the livestream on the City of Wichita YouTube channel. Learn more about the meeting agenda in this video.
| | Never miss a City, County or School District meeting again! | | |
It's now easier than EVER to stay connected in your community and engage with local leaders. We have created a place that provides access to all available meetings for municipalities and school districts in Sedgwick County. It includes the meeting frequency, days and times, and links to the site if the meeting is streamed. Click Sedgwick County meetings to check it out!
| | Fireworks sales and safety reminders | | |
With fireworks sales already underway in Sedgwick County, Fire District 1 reminds residents that each municipality determines its own rules when fireworks can be discharged and what kinds are allowed. Residents are encouraged to buy fireworks where they plan to discharge them. Visit 2026 Firework Sales and Discharge Dates | Sedgwick County, Kansas for a list of cities and dates to legally buy and shoot fireworks, or check with the municipality for specific fireworks regulations.
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Sedgwick County Emergency Communications will also have a non-emergency phone line available around the holiday. This line is designed to take calls that do not involve a threat to life or property and allows 911 dispatchers to focus on emergencies.
CALL: 316-290-1011
DATES: Now through Sunday, July 5
TIMES: 6 p.m.-3 a.m.
WHEN TO CALL: Nuisances such as fireworks, parties and excess noise.
| | Emergency services are available by calling or texting 911. | | Turn around - Don't Drown! | | |
Sedgwick County is soggy from all the rain we've received the last few weeks, so it's important to remember that floods kill more Americans each year than any other severe weather event.
If you see running water across a roadway, don't drive through it! Turn around and take a different route. Not only will this protect you and your loved ones, but it will save your vehicle from damage like this:
- Engine Damage: Water entering the engine intake causes immediate stalling and severe internal engine damage (hydrolock).
- Electrical Failure: Deep water can short-circuit crucial vehicle computers and electrical components.
- Loss of Control: Shallow water can make a vehicle buoyant, turning it into a boat with no steering control.
To learn more about severe weather safety, watch this video and visit Sedgwick County Emergency Management's website.
| | Insurance help available for storm damage claims | | |
Are you having issues submitting an insurance claim after the recent storms? The Kansas Department of Insurance is ready to assist you!
If you have any questions or problems regarding your insurance coverage, call the state office at 1-800-432-2484 or visit their website at Kansas Dept. of Insurance.
| | Make Waves, Boat Safely with SCFD 1 | | Headed to the lake for the holiday weekend? Before the fun begins, watch this video from Sedgwick County Fire District 1 to learn how to keep your crew safe all summer long. | | Fun, Friends and New Adventures at LAW Camp | | Another action-packed LAW (Leaders, Achievers and Winners) Camp is in the books! Organized by volunteers from the Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office, Fire District 1, the Wichita Police Department and McConnell Air Force Base, this free event gave campers, ages 10-14, a chance to kayak, fish, play games and take part in K-9 demonstrations and defensive tactics. The kids also made strong connections with local law enforcement and first responders and gained self-esteem, leadership and teamwork skills along the way! | | Sheriff's Office welcomes new Detention Deputies | | The Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office celebrated the graduation of Detention Academy Class 2 of 2026 during a commencement ceremony earlier this month. Five new detention deputies were recognized for successfully completing 10 weeks of intensive training. The newly sworn deputies will now enter field training, where they will work alongside experienced staff within the detention facility. Congratulations! | | New Hire Academy begins for EMS Recruits | | Sedgwick County EMS kicked of its New Hire Academy in June. Over a seven-week period, recruits will learn the skills they need to serve our community. Check out the video to see how they practiced moving patients safely and comfortably through a variety of methods. | | Sedgwick County Finance earns prestigious distinction | |
The Sedgwick County Division of Finance has earned the Triple Crown award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the fiscal year ending 2024.
The award recognizes local governments that received GFOA’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award and Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for a fiscal year. Sedgwick County is one of just 441 governments to achieve this special recognition out of 35,000 members, marking a significant achievement. Only 0.004% of local governments in North America earn the Triple Crown. Kudos to our Finance team!
| Protect your family and pets from ticks | Everyone loves summer, right? That includes ticks! June through August is peak season for ticks in Kansas, so you, your family and pets need protection against the diseases these parasites carry. Watch this video from Sedgwick County Parks and the Health Department to learn the best ways to avoid ticks. | | Sign up now for 2026 Fatherhood Summit | | |
Registration is now open for The Power of Presence: 2026 Fatherhood Summit, happening July 10–11. This no-cost event is open to everyone and will feature inspiring speakers, meaningful conversations, and practical tools for strengthening families and communities.
- Free to attend
- Meals provided
- Open to all
Reserve your spot today and discover the power of presence. Learn more at www.schd.online/Fatherhood-Summit.
| | Out and About with Commissioners | | Local community leaders helped give the Wichita Special Olympics a big send-off, as they headed to the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota. We are proud of these athletes and all they have accomplished. | | Sedgwick County Commissioners, District Attorney Marc Bennett, County Manager Tom Stolz and Health Department Director Adrienne Byrne had a flipping good time serving breakfast at Hotcakes for Hopecare! Proceeds go directly to GraceMed Health Clinic to support uninsured adults and children. | | Connect with Sedgwick County | | | | |
