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Past Announcements...
Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
During the 2022 calendar year, the City of Highland had
Nitrate violation of the drinking water regulations.
Nitrate in drinking water at levels above 10 ppm is a health
risk for infants of less than six months of age. High
nitrate levels in drinking water can cause blue baby
syndrome. Nitrate levels may rise quickly for short periods
of time because of rainfall or agricultural activity. If
you are caring for an infant, you should ask for advice from
your health care provider. There are no additional required
health effects violation notices. Because of the sampling
schedules, some of the results are more than one-year-old.
The Consumer Confidence Report is available directly on line
by clicking
here or anytime during
business hours, you may pick up a hard copy at city hall.
Arbor Day In Highland
Arbor Day is a day to
observe, appreciate and plant trees. Arbor day
represents hope for the future. The simple act of planting
a tree represents a belief that the tree will grow to
provide clean air and water, cooling shade, habitat for
wildlife, healthier communities, and endless natural
beauty – all for a better tomorrow.
Friday, April 28, the City of Highland will be
planting a tree in Minier Park to observe Arbor Day 2023.
The Highland Tree Board, Highland Pride Association, USD
#111 FFA students are working together to celebrate Arbor
Day and raise community awareness of the value of tree
planting as an investment in our environment and the future.
**City Water Has High Levels of Nitrate**
A water sample collected on 5/8/2023 showed a nitrate level
of 12 mg/L. This is above the federal nitrate standard, or
maximum contaminant level (MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in
drinking water is a serious health concern for infants less
than six months old. Full
Notice
**City Water Has High Levels of Nitrate**
A water sample collected on 2/6/2023 showed a nitrate level
of 12 mg/L. This is above the federal nitrate standard, or
maximum contaminant level (MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in
drinking water is a serious health concern for infants less
than six months old. Full
Notice
Highland Cleanup Day 2023
The City of Highland has designated Saturday,
April 29th, 9 a.m. to Noon as "City-Wide Cleanup Day'
with dumpsters being available starting Friday, April
28th, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be a dumpster near the
burn pile at the bottom of the hill east of town for any
Highland resident to use for disposal of acceptable
items. This is the time to clean out and get rid of old
appliances; air conditioners; mowers; furniture; sinks,
tubs and toilets; bedsprings and mattresses; etc.
Residents with larger items may set them at curbside,
report the item(s) and location to city hall
(785-442-3765) or Dorothy Diveley (785-442-3718) and
city workers will pick up. From now thru Friday, April
15th, the city will assist in hauling limbs to the burn
pile. Place the limbs in a pile along the street and
call city hall. The burn pile is open for residents to
use for disposal of ONLY yard waste and tree limbs. NO
trash or construction material. We will NOT be able to
help you dispose of household hazardous waste.
Household hazardous waste can be taken to the Road and
Bridge shop at 1144 St. Columbus Road, Wathena, 10 a.m.
– 2 p.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Acceptable
items include antifreeze, herbicides, pesticides,
transmission fluid, brake fluid, household cleaners,
paint and paint products, spray paint, fluorescent light
bulbs and ballasts, alkaline and Ni-Cad batteries and
fire extinguishers. Must show proof of being a Doniphan
County resident. For more information, call NEK
Environmental Services at 785-985-2778.
See Flyer Here
Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
During the 2020 calendar year, the City of Highland had
Nitrate violation of the drinking water regulations.
Nitrate in drinking water at levels above 10 ppm is a health
risk for infants of less than six months of age. High
nitrate levels in drinking water can cause blue baby
syndrome. Nitrate levels may rise quickly for short periods
of time because of rainfall or agricultural activity. If
you are caring for an infant, you should ask for advice from
your health care provider. There are no additional required
health effects violation notices. Because of the sampling
schedules, some of the results are more than one-year-old.
The Consumer Confidence Report is available directly on line
by clicking
here or anytime during
business hours, you may pick up a hard copy at city hall.
Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
During the 2021 calendar year, the City of Highland had
Nitrate violation of the drinking water regulations.
Nitrate in drinking water at levels above 10 ppm is a health
risk for infants of less than six months of age. High
nitrate levels in drinking water can cause blue baby
syndrome. Nitrate levels may rise quickly for short periods
of time because of rainfall or agricultural activity. If
you are caring for an infant, you should ask for advice from
your health care provider. There are no additional required
health effects violation notices. Because of the sampling
schedules, some of the results are more than one-year-old.
The Consumer Confidence Report is available directly on line
by clicking
here or anytime during
business hours, you may pick up a hard copy at city hall.
**City Water Has High Levels of
Nitrate**
A water sample collected on 2/7/2022 showed a nitrate level of 11 mg/L. This is above
the federal nitrate standard, or maximum contaminant level
(MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in drinking water is a serious
health concern for infants less than six months old. Full
Notice
Highland Cleanup Day 2022
The City of Highland has
designated Friday, April 22nd, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and
Saturday, April 23rd, 9 a.m. to noon, as “Highland City-Wide
Cleanup Day.”
There will be a dumpster near the burn pile at the bottom of
the hill east of town for any Highland resident to use for
disposal of acceptable items. This is the time to clean out
and get rid of old appliances; air conditioners; mowers;
furniture; sinks, tubs and toilets; bedsprings and
mattresses; etc. Residents with larger items may set them
at curbside, report the item(s) and location to city hall
(785-442-3765) or Dorothy Diveley (785-442-3718) and city
workers will pick up.
From now thru Friday, April 15th, the city will assist in
hauling limbs to the burn pile. Place the limbs in a pile
along the street and call city hall. The burn pile is open
for residents to use for disposal of ONLY yard waste and
tree limbs. NO trash or construction material.
We will NOT be able to help you dispose of household
hazardous waste. Household hazardous waste can be taken to
the Road and Bridge shop at 1144 St. Columbus Road, Wathena,
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the 3rd Thursday of every month.
Acceptable items include antifreeze, herbicides, pesticides,
transmission fluid, brake fluid, household cleaners, paint
and paint products, spray paint, fluorescent light bulbs and
ballasts, alkaline and Ni-Cad batteries and fire
extinguishers. Must show proof of being a Doniphan County
resident. For more information, call NEK Environmental
Services at 785-985-2778.
See Flyer Here
**City Water Has High Levels of Nitrate**
A water sample collected on 11/14/2022 showed a nitrate level
of 12 mg/L. This is above the federal nitrate standard, or
maximum contaminant level (MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in
drinking water is a serious health concern for infants less
than six months old. Full
Notice
City Positions Available
The City of Highland, KS
is accepting applications for a full or part time
public works/maintenance employee. Applicants must
have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license,
and possess the ability to obtain KDHE Water & Wastewater
operator certifications. Experience operating heavy
equipment is a requirement. Salary is dependent on
experience, qualifications and training. Position is open
until filled. Applications available at City Hall, 220 W
Main St., Highland, KS 66035 - 785-442-3765. EOE
The City of Highland, KS (pop. 903 and
Highland Community College) is seeking applications for a full-time police officer. Applicants must
have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 21 years of
age, have a valid driver’s license, and able to pass a
background investigation. Applicants are required to have
certification in law enforcement, KLETC preferred. Salary
is dependent on qualifications. Benefits include medical,
dental, life, KPERS and more. Position is open until
filled. Applications available at City Hall, 220 W Main
St., Highland, KS 66035. Applications will be accepted
until the position is filled. 785-442-3765. EOE
2023 NOTICE OF HEARING TO EXCEED REVENUE NEUTRAL RATE AND
BUDGET HEARING
The governing body of City of
Highland will meet on September 14, 2022 at 5:00 PM at City
Hall for the purpose of hearing and answering objections of
taxpayers relating to the proposed use of all funds, the
amount of ad valorem tax, and the Revenue Neutral Rate.
Detailed budget information is also available at City Hall
and will be available at this hearing.
View Here
**City Water Has High Levels of Nitrate**
A water sample collected on 8/10/2022 showed a nitrate level
of 12 mg/L. This is above the federal nitrate standard, or
maximum contaminant level (MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in
drinking water is a serious health concern for infants less
than six months old. Full
Notice
**City Water Has High Levels of Nitrate**
A water sample collected on 5/3/2022 showed a nitrate level
of 12 mg/L. This is above the federal nitrate standard, or
maximum contaminant level (MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in
drinking water is a serious health concern for infants less
than six months old. Full
Notice
NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS
On or after May 20, 2022, the
city of Highland, KS will submit a request to the State of
Kansas for the release of Federal funds from the Community
Development Block Program under Title 1 of the Housing and
Community Development Act of 1974, as amended (PL 93-383) to
undertake the project of Street Improvements.
NOI
Request
60th Anniversary of Home Rule
**City Water Has High Levels of
Nitrate**
A water sample collected on
11/8/2021 showed a nitrate level of 13 mg/L. This is above
the federal nitrate standard, or maximum contaminant level
(MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in drinking water is a serious
health concern for infants less than six months old. Full
Notice
Notice of Availability of an Environmental Assessment
Notice is hereby given
that Rural Utilities Service (RUS), USDA, as required by the
National Environmental Policy Act, is issuing an
environmental assessment (EA) in connection with possible
impacts related to a project proposed by City of Highland,
of Doniphan County, Kansas. The proposal will construct a
new ion exchange water treatment plant and 2 cell
non-discharging lagoon system. The City of Highland has
submitted an application to RUS for funding of the
proposal.
Full Notice.
Thank You From City of Highland
The City of Highland would like to thank all the local fire
departments, emergency services, utility companies, the city
staff, Mike Gamble, Floyd Moppin and everyone that has
assisted with the house fire these past few days. The quick
and professional actions of everyone involved kept this fire
from becoming a major disaster to our city. Also, for our
residents that have dealt with smoke and/or loss of power,
your understanding of the situation is unmatched. Our
community is blessed to have such dedicated and
understanding individuals that will rise to the top in an
emergency. Again, a BIG THANK YOU too all.
Pictures and more description of the fire can be found on
the
Doniphan County Fire District #2 Facebook page.
**City Water Has High Levels of
Nitrate**
A water sample collected on
5/3/2021 showed a nitrate level of 11 mg/L. This is above
the federal nitrate standard, or maximum contaminant level
(MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in drinking water is a serious
health concern for infants less than six months old. Full
Notice
 Big
Kansas Road Trip Postponed May 6-9, 2021
You
can tell people about a good piece of made-from-scratch pie
but there's nothing like actually smelling the aroma of it
and taking that first bite and making swirls with the
filling that drips on the plate and mixing it with the
little pieces of sugary crust. Eating a pie in the location
it's made is priceless. There is nothing like being there.
The Big Kansas Road Trip is designed to turn people on to
exploring by doing it and to do it in a way that will help
sustain our communities. Kansas communities are bolstered
by people who love to explore. The idea is to get people
onto the back roads and into Kansas towns to actually SEE
PLACES. To actually EAT
IN LOCAL CAFES and to talk to and GET TO KNOW THE
LOCALS.
MODIFIED Highland Cleanup Day
2021
The City of Highland has designated Friday, April 23rd, 9
a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, April 24th, 9 a.m. to noon, as
“Highland City-Wide Cleanup Day.” The city will continue to
hold a Modified Cleanup Day, same as last year.
There will be a dumpster near the burn pile at the bottom of
the hill east of town for any Highland resident to use for
disposal of acceptable items. This is the time to clean out
and get rid of old appliances; air conditioners; mowers;
furniture; sinks, tubs and toilets; bedsprings and
mattresses; etc. Residents with larger items may set them
at curbside, report the item(s) and location to city hall
(442-3765) and city workers will pick up. No employee or
volunteer will be available to assist with removal of item
from the home.
From now thru Friday, April 16th, the city will assist in
hauling limbs to the burn pile. Place the limbs in a pile
along the street and call city hall. The burn pile is open
for residents to use for disposal of yard waste and tree
limbs ONLY. NO trash or construction material.
We will NOT be able to help you dispose of
household hazardous waste. Household hazardous waste can be
taken to the Road and Bridge shop at 1144 St. Columbus Road,
Wathena, on April 15th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. or on the 3rd
Thursday of every month. Acceptable items include
antifreeze, herbicides, pesticides, transmission fluid,
brake fluid, household cleaners, paint and paint products,
spray paint, fluorescent light bulbs and ballasts, alkaline
and Ni-Cad batteries and fire extinguishers. Must show
proof of being a Doniphan County resident. For more
information, call NEK Environmental Services at
785-985-2778.
This Modified COVID-19 Cleanup Day is subject to change as
the city will follow the recommendations and guidelines in
place on the scheduled dates.
City-Wide Cleanup Flyer
**City Water Has High Levels of
Nitrate**
A water sample collected on
2/10/2021 showed a nitrate level of 13 mg/L. This is above
the federal nitrate standard, or maximum contaminant level
(MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in drinking water is a serious
health concern for infants less than six months old. Full
Notice
Kansas Severe Weather Awareness
Week
March 1-5, 2021
The National Weather Service and
Kansas Division of Emergency Management have announced March
1st thru 5th as Severe Weather Awareness Week in Kansas.
Summer Rec Director Position
City of Highland is seeking
applications for a Summer Recreation Director. Interested
individuals may inquire at city hall, 220 W. Main Street,
785-442-3765. Applications accepted until filled. EOE -
Application Form -
Responsibilities of Rec Director
2021 Scouts Anniversary Week - Feb. 7-13, 2021
Wearing Masks In ALL Public Places Recommended
Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
During the 2019 calendar year,
the City of Highland had no violations of drinking water
regulations. Because of the sampling schedules, some of the
results are more than one-year-old. The Consumer Confidence
Report is available directly on line by clicking
here or anytime during
business hours, you may pick up a hard copy at city hall.
Water and Sewer Rates
Increase
The council approved ordinances which increased the water
and sewer rates an average of 12-15% effective January
22nd. The increase will be seen on the bill due March 1st.
An increase was required to provide ongoing maintenance and
needed improvements to a 1960 constructed sewer system along
with continued service on the city’s water system. The last
rate increase occurred in 2016. The full ordinances may be
viewed at City Hall or online at: www.highlandks.com/government/legal_notices.html
City Announces Sidewalk Reimburstment Policy
The Highland City
Council has established a uniform policy to encourage the
installation and replacement of sidewalks in the city. A
fixed amount of funds will be set aside, on an annual basis,
for the purpose of partially reimbursing landowners that
undertake and pay for such projects. Repair of sidewalks, as
opposed to replacement, is not eligible for reimbursement.
For the year 2020, the city has allocated a total of $5,000
under the policy, the terms of which are as follows:
• To be eligible for reimbursement, all such projects must
be of quality workmanship and in accordance with standard
design criteria.
• The landowner must pay for the work and file for
reimbursement with the city.
• Reimbursement is for 50% of actual cost, subject to
certain limitations.
• Priority is given to the downtown area, defined to be Main
St between Kansas St and Ives St.
• Other areas of the city become eligible if all funding is
not used in the downtown area on or before April 30 of each
year.
The specific details of the policy, as adopted in Resolution
19-3, can be reviewed online or at city hall. For any other
questions, or to apply for reimbursement
see attached form or contact the city clerk.
September 28 Special Meeting/Public Hearing Agenda
City Water Has High Levels of
Nitrate
A water sample collected on
8/25/2020 showed a nitrate level of 13 mg/L. This is above
the federal nitrate standard, or maximum contaminant level
(MCL), of 10 mg/L. Nitrate in drinking water is a serious
health concern for infants less than six months old.
Full Notice
Wearing Masks In ALL Public Places Recommended
Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
During the 2019 calendar year,
the City of Highland had no violations of drinking water
regulations. Because of the sampling schedules, some of the
results are more than one-year-old. The Consumer Confidence
Report is available directly on line by clicking
here or anytime during
business hours, you may pick up a hard copy at city hall.
Big Kansas Road Trip Postponed May 7-10 to Sept. 10-13, 2020
You
can tell people about a good piece of made-from-scratch
pie but there's nothing like actually smelling the aroma
of it and taking that first bite and making swirls with
the filling that drips
on the plate and mixing it with the little pieces of
sugary crust. Eating a pie in the location it's made is
priceless. There is nothing like being there. The Big
Kansas Road Trip is designed to turn people on to
exploring by doing it and to do it in a way that will
help sustain our communities. Kansas communities are
bolstered by people who love to explore. The idea is to
get people onto the back roads and into Kansas towns to
actually SEE
PLACES. To actually EAT
IN LOCAL CAFES and to talk to and GET TO KNOW THE
LOCALS.
Water and Sewer Rates
Increase
The council approved ordinances which increased the water
and sewer rates an average of 12-15% effective January
22nd. The increase will be seen on the bill due March 1st.
An increase was required to provide ongoing maintenance and
needed improvements to a 1960 constructed sewer system along
with continued service on the city’s water system. The last
rate increase occurred in 2016. The full ordinances may be
viewed at City Hall or online at: www.highlandks.com/government/legal_notices.html
Income Survey Going Door-Two-Door
City of Highland Supports HCH Highland Medical Clinic
City Water Has High Levels of
Nitrate
Not too long ago our water system distributed notice to
consumers that there was a possibility of a nitrate water
quality problem, and stated that you would receive another
notice informing you about confirmation sample results. A
sample collected on 4/6/2020 confirmed that the nitrate
level is 13 mg/L. This is above the federal nitrate
standard, or maximum contaminant level (MCL), of 10 mg/L.
Nitrate in drinking water is a serious health concern for
infants less than six months old.
Full Notice
MODIFIED CITY-WIDE CLEAN
UP DAY
The City of Highland had designated Friday, April 24th, 9
a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, April 25th, 9 a.m. to noon, as
“Highland City-Wide Cleanup Day.” The city will
continue to monitor the fluid developments surrounding the
Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and will follow federal and
state guidelines. Currently a Modified Cleanup Day is still
scheduled.
There will be a dumpster near the burn pile at the bottom of
the hill east of town for any Highland resident to use for
disposal of acceptable items. This is the time to clean out
and get rid of old appliances; air conditioners; mowers;
furniture; sinks, tubs and toilets; bedsprings and
mattresses; etc.
Residents with larger items may set them at curbside, report
the item(s) and location to city hall (442-3765) and city
workers will pick up. No employee or volunteer will be
available to assist with removal of item from the home.
From now thru Friday, April 17th, the city will assist in
hauling limbs to the burn pile. Place the limbs in a pile
along the street and call city hall. The burn pile is open
for residents to use for disposal of yard waste and tree
limbs but NOT FOR TRASH!
We will NOT be able to help you dispose of
hazardous waste. Hazardous waste can be taken to the land
fill site in Wathena, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the 3rd Thursday
of every month.
Cleanup Day is subject to change as the city will follow the
recommendations and guidelines in place on the scheduled
dates.
Precautionary – Drinking Water
Warning
A water sample collected
on 03/23/2020 showed a nitrate level of 13 mg/L. This is
above the federal nitrate standard, or maximum contaminant
level (MCL), of 10 mg/L. Confirmation samples are being
collected to determine if there is a nitrate problem with
the water quality. We expect to notify you within the next
30 days on the results of the confirmation sample. In the
meantime, as a precaution, please follow the warning of this
notice.
Full Notice
Highland City Council Meetings
With city hall being closed to
the public, the city council meetings will still take place
during their normal scheduled time via ZOOM. To call in to
listen to those public meetings or for public comment,
please contact the city clerk at 785-442-3765 or email joann@cityofhighlandks.com.
Public comments are to be emailed or written and dropped in
the utility payment box by 3:00 p.m. of the day of the
meeting.
Helpful Hints for City Meetings on Zoom.
Register in advance for April 8, 2020 Meeting:
https://us04web.zoom.us/meeting/register/upAod-2prz8oFZnPZqDmaqnQubAxYrhslw
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email
containing information about joining the meeting.
Doniphan County Press Release Mar. 24, 2020
First COVID-19 Case in County
Doniphan County Emergency Public Health Order
Highland City
Hall will be CLOSED to the public.
Patrons can conduct all
necessary business either by phone, email, drop box or
USPS. Other limited access can be by appointment, if
required.
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a concern for communities
across the nation including our own. Please be assured that
Highland city leaders are closely monitoring the situation
and staying up to date with guidance from public health
agencies –- the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
(CDC), the Kansas Department of Health and Environment
(KDHE), the Doniphan County Health Department and others. As
the City continues to monitor these fluid developments, the
city will take all necessary and appropriate steps to
minimize the spread of this highly contagious disease in the
community. Reliable and
updated information on COVID-19 Below:
Doniphan County Health Department
https://www.dpcountyks.com/news/covid-19-information-from-the-doniphan-county-health-department
Kansas Department of Health & Environment:
https://govstatus.egov.com/coronavirus
Center for Disease Control & Prevention:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
World Health Organization:
https://www.who.int/
 COVID-19
PRESS RELEASE
The City of Highland continues to
monitor the fluid developments surrounding the Coronavirus
(COVID-19) pandemic. Governor Kelly has declared a state of
emergency in Kansas in response to the virus, including
specific recommendations and guidelines. It is important
that individuals, as well as local institutions, stay up to
date on developments as much possible. Public health
agencies provide guidance, including the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC), the Kansas Department of
Health Environment (KDHE), and the Doniphan County Health
Department. The City will take all necessary and
appropriate steps to minimize the spread of this highly
contagious disease in the community.
The following is a summary of our plan in response to this
community health emergency beginning immediately and will
remain in effect until further notice. These policies will
adjust as matters surrounding the virus evolve, so check our
website
http://www.highlandks.com/ for updates from time to
time.
Further Information in Full Press Release
Drinking Water
Notice
 The
City of Highland public water supply system violated a
drinking water standard. Even though this was not an
emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what
happened and what we are doing to correct this situation.
We are required to monitor your drinking water for specific
contaminants on a regular basis. Results of regular
monitoring are an indicator of whether or not our drinking
water meets health standards. During July 2019, we did not
monitor for the disinfection byproduct of Haloacetic Acids
(HAA) and Total Trihalomethanes (TTHM) as required by Kansas
Administrative Regulations. Click here for the complete
notice OR call city hall or stop by city hall for a hard
copy 785-442-3765.
Public Hearing Notice
CDBG CV Economic Development Application
The City of Highland, KS will hold a public hearing on
Wednesday, May 27th, 2020, at 11 am in the Highland City
Hall, 220 W Main St. for the purpose of considering an
application to be submitted to the Kansas Department of
Commerce for Small Cities Community Development Block Grant
funds under the CV category. Citizens who wish to attend
the public hearing can do so remotely. A specific project
application to be discussed is Economic Development DV
Grants for small businesses located within the city limits
of Highland in the amount of $300,000. The proposed project
will consist of funds for working capital, inventory, wages,
rent and other eligible expenses.
Meeting Agenda
& Zoom Link
Kansas State-Wide Tornado Drill
The National Weather
Service and Kansas Division of Emergency Management have
designated the week of March 2nd – 6th, 2020 as Severe
Weather Awareness Week. The tornado safety drill for
Doniphan County has been set for Tuesday, March 3rd at 10
a.m., with a backup date of Thursday, March 5th if there is
inclement weather on Tuesday. Tornado warning sirens will
be activated. Weather radios will also be activated. I
encourage you to use this opportunity to practice your
severe weather plan to test its readiness for a severe
weather event.
2019 Highland 4th of July
Celebration
Notice of Fire Hydrant
Testing
Fire hydrant flow testing will be conducted on Sunday,
August 4th beginning at 2:00 PM. All hydrants will be tested
Please be advised that you may experience a drop-in water
pressure as well as some discoloration of the water during
this process. The discoloration of the water is only
temporary and does not indicate a problem with the water. If
your water does become discolored, turn on an outside faucet
to clear the water line before doing any laundry or
cleaning. The Water Department will continue to monitor the
water quality during this period to ensure that the water
remains safe to drink. We apologize for any inconvenience
this may cause, but flushing is an important part of our
system maintenance. Please contact Chris Waggoner, Fire
Chief, at 816-261-6108 or Aaron Leach, Water Supt., at
785-741-1131 with any questions or concerns you may have.
Flyer Here
Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
During the 2018 calendar year, the City of Highland had no
violations of drinking water regulations. Because of the
sampling schedules, some of the results are more than
one-year-old. The Consumer Confidence Report is available
directly on line by clicking here or anytime during business hours, you may
pick up a hard copy at city hall.
REAL ESTATE AUCTION
Wednesday, July 10 - 4:30 P.M. Highland City Hall – 220
West Main St Old Highland City Hall Property North Sixty
Five Feet (N 65’) of Lots 1 & 2 in Block 71 City of
Highland, Kansas Zoning is R-2 – Residential Medium
Density (current grandfathered use) City will allow bids
conditional upon change in zoning to C-B Central
Business or B-2 General Business -
Click Here For More Information
Highland Cleanup
Day 2019
Friday, April 26th, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, April
27th, 9 a.m. to noon, has been designated “Highland
City-Wide Cleanup.” There will be a dumpster near the burn
pile at the bottom of the hill east of town for any Highland
resident to use for disposal of acceptable items. This is
the time to clean out and get rid of old appliances; air
conditioners; mowers; furniture; sinks, tubs and toilets;
bedsprings and mattresses; etc. While cleaning, the burn
pile is open for residents to use for disposal of yard waste
and tree limbs but NOT FOR TRASH! We will NOT be able to
help you dispose of hazardous waste. Hazardous waste can be
taken to the land fill site in Wathena, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on
the 3rd Thursday of every month. If you need help
transferring items to the dumpster, or picking up yard
debris, you may ask for assistance by calling City Hall at
442-3765 or Dorothy Diveley at 442-2718.- Flyer
Open Council Position
Councilman Jesse Marriott recently resigned. A qualified
elector with interest in serving the community as a council
member, call Mayor Charles Batchelder (442-3833) or call
city hall (442-3765) to be considered for the appointment.
A brief 1-2 minute statement to the council at the April
regular meeting detailing your desire to be appointed will
be allowed. The Mayor/Council expects to fill the vacancy
during the meeting.
Consumer Confidence Report (CCR)
During the 2017 calendar year, the City of Highland had no
violations of drinking water regulations. Because of the
sampling schedules, some of the results are more than
one-year-old. The Consumer Confidence Report is available
directly on line by
clicking here or anytime during business hours, you may
pick up a hard copy at city hall.
Kansas State-Wide Tornado Drill - Tuesday, March 5, 2019 -
10:00AM
Severe Weather Preparedness Week - March 4-8, 2019
City of Highland Real Estate Auction - January 2, 2019 -
10:00 AM
Santa Comes to Highland’s
Snowflake Festival Nov. 23
Highland's Snowflake Festival begins on Friday, November 23
at 5:00 PM in Degginger Park. Festival Events are:
5:00 Santa
Arrives ~ Christmas & Season Music by Tree and Tree
Lighting Ceremony
5:30–7:00
Photo Op for parents to take
pictures of children with Santa
5:30-7:00
Santa’s
Special Mailbox (Children are encouraged to bring a
letter to Santa…should have return address on it)
5:30-7:00
Santa’s
Workshop (A Free Will Donation offered by Highland
4-H Club
Serving Soups, Hot Dogs, Hot Chocolate)
5:30-7:00
Children’s Sleigh Ride
5:00-7:00
Senior
Center/Branch Library Activities: Highland Branch
Library – Open (Stories, cider & donuts)
5:00-7:00
Highland
Senior Center: Cupcake Decorating, Snowflake Craft,
Games/Activities, Photo op with Special Christmas props,
Register for Prizes
Sponsored by Highland Lions & Highland Pride ~ Activities
may change
Event Flyer
Consumer Confidence Report(CCR)
During the 2016 calendar year, the City of Highland
had no violations of drinking water regulations. Because of
the sampling schedules, some of the results are more than
one-year-old. The Consumer Confidence Report is available
directly on line by going to www.krwa.net/ccr/highland or
anytime during business hours, you may pick up a hard copy
at city hall or view a .pdf by clicking
here.
TORNADO SAFETY DRILL
The National Weather
Service and Kansas Division of Emergency Management have
designated the week of March 5th – 9th, 2018 as Severe
Weather Awareness Week. The tornado safety drill has been
set for Tuesday, March 6th at 10 AM. In case of inclement
weather, the safety drill will be held on Thursday, March
8th at 10 AM.
Santa Comes to Highland’s Snowflake Festival Nov. 24
Highland's snowflake Festival begins on Friday, November 24
at 5:00 PM. Festival Events are:
5:00 - Santa Arrives ~ Christmas & Season Music by Tree
5:00 - Tree Lighting Ceremony
5:30 - Photo Op for parents to take pictures of children
with Santa
7:00 - Santa’s Special Mailbox (Children are encouraged to
bring a letter to Santa…should have return address on it)
Santa’s Workshop (A Free Will Donation offered by Highland
4-H Club - Serving Soups, Hot Dogs, Hot Chocolate)
Children’s Sleigh Ride
Senior Center/Branch Library Activities 5-7 pm Highland
Branch Library – Open (Stories, cider & donuts) 5-7 pm
Highland Senior Center Cookie Decorating Snowflake Craft
Games/Activities Photo op with Special Christmas props
Register for Prizes Sponsored by Highland Lions & Highland
Pride Activities may change
Highland City
Maintenance Superintendent Position
The City of Highland is accepting
applications for a full or part time maintenance
superintendent employee, including position of
Maintenance Superintendent. Applicants must have a high
school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and
possess the ability to obtain KDHE Water & Wastewater
operator certifications. Salary is dependent on
experience, qualifications, training and not to exceed
$50,000. Position is open until filled. Applications
available at City Hall, 220 W Main St., Highland, KS
66035 - 785-442-3765. EOE
2017 Highland 4th of
July Celebration Information
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L:ist of Events
9AM-9:45 - Parade Registration, Line up & Float Judging
(DWest Parking Lot)
10AM - Parade Begins (Main Street)
11AM - Frog Races (HCC Front Lawn) Bring your own frog
11AM-1:00 - Ice Cream Social (HCC Stadium Center)
11AM-1:00 - Hamburgers & Hot Dogs (Highland Community
Building)
11AM-1:30 - Petting Zoo (HCC Cafeteria Parking Lot)
11AM-2:30 - Inflatables (Walters Wellness Center)
11:30-1:30 - Music by Lisa Scholz (HCC Front Lawn)
2:30-Dusk - Family Time
8PM - Ice Cream Social (HCC Stadium Center)
Dusk - FIREWORKS (Kessinger Field)
Flyer #1 -
Flyer #2
 2017
City Wide Garage Sale June 14
Come out to shop and eat at
Highland's city-wide garage and food sales, happening on
Saturday, June 17th! Food sales will begin at Highland
City Hall at 8 AM. Garage sale maps are available at
City Hall. See you there! -
See Flyer Here
Ice Cream Social And
Lawn Games To be on June 20
Minier Park at 7PM - Contact the Highland Library at
785-442-3078
For
more information click here.
Emerald Ash Borer Seminar June 7 in Troy (Register by June 2)
Come learn about the Emerald Ash Borer, it’s threat to
local trees, and effects on what we can move and do in
the county. Learn how to identify the insects, detect
when they’re damaging a tree, and what to do about it.
Homeowners, landowners, and concerned citizens are
invited to attend this informational event. There is no
cost to attend, but we ask that you RSVP with the
Extension Office to ensure we have sufficient
refreshments. Please contact Margaret at (785) 985-3623
or mchamas@ksu.edu.
Evening Session Available
 Memorial Day Celebration Set For May 29
Highland PRIDE is sponsoring a Memorial
Day service on Monday, May 29th beginning with donuts
and drinks at 9:30 a.m. at the Highland Christian
Church (moved from the Doniphan West High School). A
program honoring our veterans begin at 10:00 a.m. and
will continue at the Highland Cemetery for flag raising,
pledge of allegiance, wreath placed on unknown soldier’s
grave, gun salute and “Taps”.
Highland Cleanup Day 2017
Friday,
April 21st has been designated “Highland City-Wide
Cleanup Day.” Student
athletes from Highland Community College will be
available to assist in the removal of allowed items.
There will be a dumpster in the old depot area
from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. that any Highland
resident can use to dispose of items.
This is the time to clean out and get rid of old
appliances; air conditioners; mowers; furniture; sinks,
tubs and toilets; bedsprings and mattresses; etc.
We will NOT be able to help you dispose of
hazardous waste.
The burn pile at the bottom of the hill east of
Highland is open once again for residents to use for
disposal of yard waste and tree limbs but NOT FOR TRASH!
If you need help transferring items to the
dumpster, or picking up yard debris, you may ask for
assistance from the HCC student athletes by calling City
Hall at 442-3765. -
Flyer
MARRIOTT FILLS
VACATED POSITION
Welcome Jesse Marriott to the city council as he will
fill the unexpired term which was created due to the
resignation of Mayor Scott Sisk. The vacated council
position held by Jerry Twombly, now Jesse Marriott, will
expire this year. Jesse is employed in St. Joseph, MO
and is married to the former Taylor Twombly. Taylor is
the daughter of J. P. and Kelly Twombly.
CITY of HIGHLAND
ACCEPTING BIDS
City of Highland is accepting sealed bids
for a 1998 Ford F-150 XLT red pickup truck and a 1993
Ford F-Super Duty white bucket truck. Trucks will be
sold “as is”. Send bids for each item separately in a
sealed envelope marked “bids” to City of Highland, PO
Box 387, Highland, KS 66035 or bring sealed bids to City
Hall at 220 West Main, Highland, KS. Bid opening is at
the council meeting on April 12, 2017, 7:00 p.m. For
more information or to view items, please call City
Hall, 785-442-3765. City of Highland reserves the right
to refuse any and all bids. (Flyer)
 HIGHLAND
EMS CLASS
Highland EMS is looking for anyone in the community
interested in volunteering to take an EMT class to
contact Ken Stewart (741-1317) or Tanner Veach
(741-0992) for more information.
 IMPORTANT
REMINDER TO RETURN SURVEY ASAP
City of Highland water/sewer customers: City of
Highland is applying for grant funding to make
improvements to the water distribution system. The city
needs your help in replying to the income survey.
Information you provide will be held in strict
confidence; no names are to be entered on the income
survey. The survey is being conducted for the city by
the Kansas Rural Water Association and USDA Rural
Development will tabulate the surveys.
The reference to “income” is
your net income as defined for the purpose of reporting
under IRS Form 1040.
If you have questions about
the survey or need assistance, please call Rita Clary,
KRWA, at 785-850-0192. Extra surveys are available at
City Hall.
Open Council
Position
Council President Jerry Twombly was sworn in as Mayor
during the January 11, 2017, council meeting due to the
resignation of Mayor Scott Sisk which leaves a vacant
council seat. A qualified elector with interest in
serving the community as a council member, text Mayor
Jerry Twombly (741-1105) or call city hall (442-3765) to
be considered for the appointment of the unexpired term
which will expire this year. A brief 1-2 minute
statement to the council at the February 8th meeting
detailing your desire to be appointed will be allowed.
The Mayor/Council expects to fill the vacancy during
the meeting.
Santa Comes to Highland’s
Snowflake Festival Nov. 25
 Following
tradition, Santa will greet area youngsters and help
light the Christmas tree in Degginger Park as a
beginning to the annual Snowflake Festival Nov. 25 from
5-7 pm.
The Festival will feature lots of activities for the
young at heart. In Degginger Park, Santa will arrive
about 5 p.m. to greet youngsters and help light the town
tree. Christmas music will fill the air. The Lions
Club will be busy in Santa’s Workshop preparing soup,
chili, hot dogs, and hot drinks-- all for a free will
donation. Children may leave a letter for Santa in his
special mailbox and expect an answer (Santa needs a
return address to aid him). A special children’s sleigh
ride will top off the outdoor activities.
Inside at the Senior Center, youngsters may play games,
make a craft, pose in Christmas props for their parents
to take pictures, and decorate a Christmas cookie. At
the Highland Branch Library, children can find treats
and listen to stories.
Both the Highland Lions Club and Highland Pride hope
that many youngsters will be able to begin the holiday
season with the Snowflake Festival Nov. 25.
 VOTE
EARLY THIS SATURDAY
The Doniphan County Clerk’s office will offer extended
hours Saturday, November 5, 2016 from 8:00 A.M. until
12:00 P.M. for any registered voter who wishes to vote
in advance of the Tuesday, November 8, 2016 General
Election. County Clerk/County Election Officer Peggy
Franken reminds voters to please bring photo ID.
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Vote Early Flyer
 City
of Highland
has a 2001 Bobcat 863 skid steer with backhoe attachment and a 73”W with 8
bolt-in teeth skid steer bucket listed with the Purple Wave Auction for sale.
The sale is scheduled to conclude on Wednesday, November
9th.
Click for direct link to the skid steer and bucket on
Purple Wave.
Severe Weather Awareness Week!!!
March 2-6, 2015 Tornado Safety Drill set for Tuesday,
March 2 at 1;30 pm. backup Date Thur. march 4.
For any questions or more information contact: Julie at
785-985-2229
Highland Memorial Day
Highland’s annual Memorial Day service is Monday May 30
at 10 AM at Doniphan West High School with Bill Noll,
MAJOR, USA (Ret) speaking about “Memorial Day in
Highland.” The service will end at the Highland
Cemetery with a gun salute by the American Legion Color
Guard and “Taps” played by Morris Watkins.
Highland Pride will serve coffee and donuts at the high
school beginning at 9:30 AM. All are invited to
attend.
See Attached Flyer
Highland Pride’s Snowflake
Festival Celebrates Christmas Season
Santa
Begins the Celebration in Degginger Park, Senior Center,
and Library Nov. 27 from 5-7 pm. Santa, Santa’s
Workshop, Santa’s mailbox, Christmas tree lighting,
Christmas carols in the park, cookie decorating, a
snowflake craft, and enjoying the season with friends
and neighbors—Highland’s Snowflake Festival will again
usher in the Christmas season Friday Nov. 27 from 5-7
pm.
At 5 pm, festival attendees may gather around the
Christmas tree in Degginger Park to wait for Santa and
the tree lighting ceremony. Sisters Kayla and Keshanna
Cook will perform and lead carols for those gathered
around the tree.
As part of the Snowflake Festival tradition, the Lions
Club will be selling soup, chili, hot dogs, and hot
drinks at Santa’s Workshop.
Santa’s Highland house and a sleigh in the park will
provide parents with photo opportunities to take
pictures of their children with Santa.
Santa’s mailbox will sit near the sidewalk on the
northwest corner of the park, ready for the children to
send their letters to Santa. (Santa plans to answer each
letter!)
Across the street from the park in the Senior Center,
many other activities are planned. Elves will help
children decorate cookies, make a snowflake craft, and
get “winter” tattoos. Pride will provide another photo
op for parents to take pictures of the children with
Christmas props.
A new activity this year happens at the Highland Branch
Library where children may listen to stories every 15-20
minutes as well as enjoy a drink and snack.
The Women’s Council of the Highland United
Methodist-Presbyterian Church will sponsor a quilt
raffle to benefit the Help Your Neighbor West Food
Pantry with the drawing at 6:45 pm in the Senior Center
for the winner of the quilt. Raffle tickets may be
purchased at the Bank of Highland, the Senior Center, or
from Women’s Council members of the church for $1 each
or 6 for $5.
Highland Pride invites all children, young or old, to
come enjoy the beginning of the Christmas season.
Click here for flyer.
2016 Severe Weather Awareness Week Information
Water and Sewer
Rates Increase
The council approved ordinances which increased the
water and sewer rates an average of 11-15% effective
January 21st. The increase will be seen on the bill due
March 1st. An increase was required to provide ongoing
maintenance and needed improvements to a 1960
constructed sewer system. The last rate increase
occurred in 2012. The full ordinances may be viewed at
City Hall or online at:
www.highlandks.com/government/legal_notices.html
Drinking Water Notice
The
City of Highland public water supply system violated a
drinking water standard. Even though this was not an
emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know
what happened and what we are doing to correct this
situation.
We are required to monitor your drinking water for
specific contaminants on a regular basis. Results of
regular monitoring are an indicator of whether or not
our drinking water meets health standards. During June
1 to September 30, 2014, we did not complete triennial
monitoring for lead and copper as required by Kansas
Administrative Regulations…
click here for the complete notice OR Call city
hall or stop by city hall for a hard copy 785-442-3765.
Open Letter to USD
#111
 RE:
Buildings, Union Square/City Park and 99 year lease
The following letter
to the USD #111 Board of Education was approved
unanimously during a May 14th special meeting of the
city council.
Click here for the letter
Consumer Confidence
Report (CCR)
 The
City of Highland had one violation of drinking water
regulations in 2014. During July 2014, we did not
complete some required monitoring or testing for
coliform bacteria and therefore cannot be sure of the
quality of our drinking water during that time. As
noted in the 2015 Consumer Confidence Report, the bottom
line is that the water that is provided to you is safe.
The Consumer Confidence Report is available direct on
line after April 1, 2015, by going to www.krwa.net/ccr/highland or
anytime you may pick up a hard copy at city hall or view
a .pdf by
clicking here.
Severe Weather Awareness
Training
Wednesday, February 25, 2015 - 7:00 p.m.
Troy Community Building
1225 Last Chance Road
Troy, KS 66087
3-Midland Portables Weather Radios will be given
away Presented by:
National Weather Service and Doniphan County
Emergency Management
Boy Scouts Anniversary Week
2014 Snowflake Festival
The
Highland Lions Club and Highland PRIDE are sponsoring
the Snowflake Festival on Friday, November 28, 2014 from
5 – 7 p.m. in Degginger Park and the Senior Center. The
arrival of Santa and the tree lighting ceremony will
begin at 5:00 p.m. in Degginger Park which allows a
photo op for parents to take pictures of children with
Santa. Also, children are encouraged to bring a letter
to Santa and drop it in his special mailbox. The
Highland Lions Club will be serving food from Santa’s
Workshop for a Free Will donation. Across the street in
the Senior Center, Highland Pride’s Ye Ole Sweet Shoppe
will have all kinds of Christmas goodies to purchase.
Other activities in the Center will include Cupcake
Decorating, Snowflake Crafts, Games, another photo op
with special Christmas props and a Jamberry Nails
Booth. More details to come.
Click here for flyer.
Consumer Confidence
Report (CCR)
The
City of Highland had no violation of drinking water
regulations in 2013. The consumer confidence
report is available on line. The report may be viewed by going
to
www.krwa.net/ccr/highland or picking up a hard copy
at city hall or viewing a .pdf by
clicking here.
NOTICE to Highland Residents:
 The
City of Highland will soon begin more vigilant
enforcement of Dog Ordinance #393, which requires that
all dogs must be confined to their owner's property or
otherwise remain under the direct control of their
owner. Citations will be issued in municipal court
for dogs running at large and, if captured, dogs will be
impounded. Owners are subject to fines and
associated costs.
Click for Full Ordinance
'Tis The Season
...Snowflake Festival
 Snowflake Festival
was held Friday,
November 29th,
with
Santa arriving at Degginger Park; 4:15
pm the coronation of Kindergarten Princes and
Princesses; and at 5:00 pm the tree lighting ceremony.
Activities from 4:00 - 7:00 pm included a picture
with Santa taken by Lacie Diveley; Highland Lions Club
offered a free will donation serving Hot Dogs, Chili,
Soup and Hot Drinks at Santa's Workshop; Highland
Pride's Ye Ole Sweet Shoppe located in the Senior Center
sold Christmas
Goodies and Quilt Chances on a Handmade Quilt by Marie
Hoffpauer of "The Quilted Heart". The quilt proceeds will be used by the
Highland Historical Society for the restoration of St.
Martha's AME Church. Highland Pride provided a free 4x6 picture with Santa. Bank of
Highland donated free bottled water for the evening,
Ernie's BS donated Santa treats for the kids and local
stores held holiday specials and
drawings. Plans are underway for the 2014
Snowflake Festival. Leave comments and/or ideas at
city hall. ...Click
for Snowflake 2013 flyers
Highland July 4th
Activities
 Highland
celebrated the 4th of July with Co-ed Youth Fun
Softball, Cutest Lil Firecracker Contest, Sheriff
Ident-A-Kid & Sidewalk Chalk activities and Water
Balloon activities, Parade, Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, Ice Cream
Social, Kid's Games for Pre-K - 3rd grade, Entertainment
and FIREWORKS. A PowerPoint Slide Show of our2013
holiday activities has been created for your enjoyment.
Also the file has been saved as a .pdf. (The
download for the PowerPoint will take several minutes
depending on your internet speed. The .pdf will
download quicker but will not have any music.)
Click for 2013 flyer
Click for 2013 PowerPoint Slide Show
Click for 2013 .pdf
Highland Community
Garden/Doniphan West FFA Receives Grant
 Highland
Community Garden/Doniphan West FFA has been awarded a
$2,115 grant through the Kansas Community Gardens
Project, a joint initiative of the Kansas Health
Foundation and K-State Research and Extension.
Highland Community Garden is one of 35 community garden
projects in the state to receive this funding, which
will help support the goal of bringing fresh product to
Highland since the loss of the local grocery store in
2012.
Full Article
Water Tower & Water Line Update
 Approval
was given at the March 6th council meeting to Maguire
Iron the construction contract to build the new 125,000
gallon elevated storage tank, bid alternate number 3, in
the amount of $583,000 and awarded the construction
contract to build the new waterline, base bid and add
alternate number 1, to Banks Construction in the amount
of $450,156.82. .
Click for tower
construction
Community
Center Rental
 Melanie
Hollabaugh, City Clerk, is now in charge of scheduling
dates at The Highland Community Center. Contact
her at City Hall (785.442.3765) or cell phone
(785.850.1633). For more details,
click here
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