Senior Rebate Program waives sewer and refuse charges for residents who qualify The City of Leavenworth’s Senior Rebate Program will waive monthly sewer and refuse charges for persons 62 or older who meet these qualifications: • Must be the primary occupant of your residence • Water bill must bear applicant’s name • Reside within the City of Leavenworth • Meet income limits for the entire household • Must be 62 or older at the time of applying Residents may sign up at the City Clerk’s Office,
Leavenworth City Hall, 100 N. 5th Street. Applications will be accepted February 1, 2019 through April 15, 2019. Income verification for the year 2018 from all sources is required, such as 2018 income tax returns, 2018 Homestead Claim or Social Security Statements and 1099 forms. The program requires reapplication each year to verify income and qualification. Please contact the City Clerk’s Office at 913-682-9201 if you have any questions.
In September, Leavenworth Fire Chief Gary Birch presented certificates of promotion to Jeffery Porter as Captain, Erin Bartlett as Battalion Chief and Nicholas Verbenec as Driver/Operator. Andy Brooks was promoted as Fire Marshal earlier in the month.
From our firefighters: Rental Insurance
Buying rental insurance is one of the easiest ways Leavenworth residents can protect themselves from loss because of a fire. Below are some tips provided by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Why purchase renters insurance? If you live in a rented apartment, house or condominium, your landlord’s insurance doesn’t cover your personal property in the event that it is stolen or damaged as a result of a fire, theft or other unexpected circumstances. Your landlord’s coverage will take care of damage to the building’s structure. However, if you want to protect your personal belongings, consider buying a renter’s insurance policy. In addition to personal belongings, some policies will also cover living expenses if your apartment or home is uninhabitable because of damage. It’s also important to protect yourself from lawsuits alleging negligence. The personal liability portion of a renters policy will provide you with a legal defense and pay for damages if a court determines you are negligent resulting in an injury or property damage to another person.
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In 2019, streets staff replaced signs on Seventh Street between Metropolitan and Eisenhower streets. Signs were replaced in order for motorists to read them more clearly with larger font, clearer text, and in some places larger signs. The City intends to replace street signs on a new street each year.
