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This Week in Sedgwick County - Sept. 10, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

  • The BoCC approved the regular meeting minutes for Aug. 20, 2025.
  • Commissioners approved a proclamation declaring Sept.14- 20, 2025, as National Co-Responder Week.
  • The BoCC approved a proclamation declaring Sept. 7- 13, 2025, as National Suicide Prevention Week.
  • Sedgwick County Commissioners approved a proclamation declaring Sept.17- 23, 2025, as Constitution Week.
  • Commissioners approved a resolution reappointing Craig Perbeck to the Sedgwick County Advisory Council on Aging and Physical Disabilities.
  • The BoCC received and filed the Sedgwick County Suicide Prevention Coalition 2024 Data Report.
  • Commissioners approved amendments to the July 9, 2009, edition of the Wichita-Sedgwick County Unified Zoning Code (UZC) to establish an administrative permit process for day care.
  • The BoCC approved a resolution to adopt the City of Wichita-Sedgwick County Airport Hazard Zoning Code Update.
  • Sedgwick County Commissioners accepted a donation of portable cribs from KIDS Network and signed a letter of appreciation.
  • Commissioners approved the Opioid Settlement Procurement and Funding Intergovernmental Agreement.
  • The BoCC approved recommendations from the Board of Bids and Contracts’ regular meeting on Sept. 4, 2025.

 

Governing Body of Fire District 1

  • The Governing Board approved recommendations from the Board of Bids and Contracts’ regular meeting on Sept. 4, 2025.

 

 Upcoming Events

  • Exploration Place continues its RiverFlix series in the Wichita Foundation Amphitheater on Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, at 6 p. with the movie “Frozen II”. Bring a blanket and snacks to enjoy a family movie under the stars every Friday through Oct. 17, excluding Oct. 3. No admission or registration is needed. Check the movie schedule at RiverFlix.
  • Join the Sedgwick County Local Emergency Planning Committee for the first-ever Sedgwick County Emergency Preparedness and Safety Expo Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at 10 a.m. This free, family-friendly event is all about being emergency-ready and safe. For more information, visit 2025 Emergency Preparedness and Safety Expo | Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center.
  • Passageways will host its 9th Annual Road Home Race on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, at Sedgwick County Park. Proceeds from the fundraiser will support Passageways’ mission to help homeless veterans by providing hope, resources, and assistance to overcome the challenges that led to their homelessness. To register, volunteer or donate, visit 9th Annual Road Home Race.
  • Join Sedgwick County Parks Department for National Clean Up Day on Sept. 20, 2025, from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Volunteers will help pick up debris and do light maintenance. You can sign up to help out at either Sedgwick County Park or Lake Afton. Lunch will be provided afterwards! Join Us for National CleanUp Day! | Sedgwick County, Kansas.
  • Update your resume and get ready for KANSASWORKS Virtual Job Fair. The virtual format is designed for those who can’t attend job fairs during the standard work week. The event will kick off at 8 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, and end at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Jobseekers are encouraged to dress professionally, as they might be asked to engage in an interview. Register at: Event
  • The Drone Light Festival is returning to Exploration Place Oct. 3-5, 2025. 400 drones will fill the Wichita sky, choreographed to the legendary movie scores of John Williams. Learn more and purchase tickets at Drone Light Festival at Exploration Place, Wichita, KS.
  • Haysville residents: Sign up for a free smoke detector with the American Red Cross Sound The Alarm Save a Life. On Oct. 4, 2025, the American Red Cross Kansas, the City of Haysville Kansas, the Haysville Chamber of Commerce, Sedgwick County Fire District 1 and Wichita Fire Department will visit local neighborhoods to install free smoke alarms for people in need. Home Fire Campaign - Sound the Alarm Save a Life - Kansas Oklahoma Region.
  • Enjoy free admission on Sundays, Aug. 10-Dec. 28, 2025, at the Wichita-Sedgwick County Historical Museum, 204 S. Main St., where dozens of exhibits and thousands of artifacts celebrate our local history. Learn more at Free Admission Sunday – Wichita Sedgwick County Historical Museum.

 

Watch the meeting at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mL58r-0zN1o