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Services:
Abandoned Vehicles
To report abandoned vehicles on public streets, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7509 (non-emergency dispatch)
Accidents, City Vehicle
To report accidents involving city vehicles, contact the Administrative Services Department, Risk Management Division
Administrative Services Department, Risk Management Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3300
Accidents, Traffic
To report a traffic accident, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Police Department Website | Phone: Non Emergency (785) 832-7509 Emergency: 911
Accidents, Traffic Status
For information on the status of a traffic violation within the City limits, contact Lawrence Municipal Court
Lawrence Municipal Court Website | Phone: (785) 832-6190
Activities, Parks & Recreation Department
See Parks & Recreation Department Web site or call
Parks & Recreation Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
ADA Coordinator
For information about the accessibility of City services and facilitiesCity facilities include buildings, rights-of-ways, sidewalks, curb ramps, parking lots and more, contact the ADA Coordinator
Phone: (785) 832-3133Addresses
To obtain the address for a new building or lot or to verify an address, contact the Development Services division, Building Inspection Division
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Administrative Services Department
City Hall
Second and Third Floors
Administrative Services Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3200
Advisory Boards and Committees
For a complete listing of advisory boards and information on how to express an interest in serving on an advisory board, consult the City Commission Advisory Boards Web site
City Manager's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3400
Agendas
City Commission Agendas are online
City Manager's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3400
Airport
For questions regarding aircraft services, flight instruction, and aircraft rental, airport expansion, t-hangar fees, minimum standards, please call The Lawrence Municipal Airport
Lawrence Municipal Airport Website | Phone: (785) 842-0000
Alcohol License
For information about obtaining a alcohol/liquor license, contact the City Clerk's Office
City Clerk's Licensing / Permit Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Ambulances
For police, fire or paramedic emergency services, dial "911"
Phone: 911Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
For information about the accessibility of commercial properties or for guidance in accessible construction, for inquiries regarding new construction requirements or other existing buildings that may not be ADA accessible. Also contact ADA coordinator
Neighborhood Resources Department, Building Inspection Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Animal Bites
To report an animal bite, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Police Department, Animal Control Website | Phone: (785) 832-7509 Emergency: 911
Animal Control
To report a stray or dead animal, contact Animal Control
Police Department, Animal Control Website Website | Phone: (785) 832-7509
Animal Ownership/Care
For information about the number and types of animals allowed in the City or for information about animal care standards, contact the Lawrence Humane Society
Lawrence Humane Society Website | Phone: (785) 843-6835
Animal Shelter
For information, contact the Lawrence Humane Society
Lawrence Humane Society Website | Phone: (785) 843-6835
Animal Vaccinations
For information concerning required animal vaccinations in the City, contact the Lawrence Humane Society
Lawrence Humane Society Website | Phone: (785) 843-6835
Animal, Dead
To report a dead animal, contact City Sanitation
Phone: (785) 832-3032Annexation
To request information about annexation policies, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Art, Percent of
Capital improvement monies are set aside for art projects in new city construction and major renovations to fund the program.
Website |
Arts Center, Lawrence
Serving the community with arts programs and services for individuals of all ages, interests and background.
Lawrence Arts Center Website | Phone: (785) 843-2787
Assessments
For information on certified and pending special assessment benefit districts.
Website | Phone: (785) 832-3200
Automobile Tags
Vehicle registration and tags are maintained by Douglas County. For information about vehicle registration and license tags, contact the Douglas County Treasurer's Office
Douglas County Treasurer's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-5273
Barricades
For information about existing barricades on City streets, alleys and rights of way, or to report downed or missing barricades, contact the Public Works Department, Street Maintenance Division.
Phone: (785) 832-3021Baseball and Softball
For information about baseball and softball leagues, location, rules, fees, and schedules, contact the Parks & Recreation Department
Phone: (785) 832-7920 for adult leagues and (785) 832-7940 for youth leaguesBasketball
For information about basketball leagues, location, rules, fees, schedules, contact the Parks & Recreation Department
Phone: (785) 832-7920 for adult leagues and (785) 832-7940 for youth leaguesBicycles
Bicycle riders are subject to the same applicable traffic laws that pertain to vehicles. For more information on bicycle laws or bicycle safety, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7501
Bike Paths
A variety of multi-use trails are available in Lawrence parks for bicyclists, hikers, joggers, walkers and nature lovers. A Recreation/Bicycle path map is available at all local recreation centers and bicycle shops
Parks and Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Bike Rodeo
A public bicycle safety training course/workshop
Bike Rodeo Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Bikes
Used bikes accepted
Public Works Department - Street Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3021
Birth Certificates
Birth Certificates are maintained by the State of Kansas. For more information, contact the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Office of Vital Statistics
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Office of Vital Statistics Website | Phone: (785) 296-1400
Blight
For information about City blight ordinances and complaint forms, contact Neighborhood Resources
Neighborhood Resources Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Block Parties
To arrange for a neighborhood block party involving a temporary street closing, see permit (PDF)
City Clerk's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Bonds
For information about the City's outstanding general obligation bonds, contact the Finance Department
Finance Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3237
Brush Recycling
Tree trimmings, limbs, and branches
Lawrence Waste Reduction and Recycling Website | Phone: (785) 832-7979
Budget
For information about the city's annual budget, contact the Finance Department. Printed copies of the City's annual budget and the Budget In Brief are available upon request from the City Manager's Office.
City Website | Phone: (785) 832-3237
Building Inspections
The Building Inspection Division of the Development Services division provides inspection services for new construction renovations, site plan and zoning compliance, and environmental and weed complaints.
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Building Permits
For information about building permits, where would I go to secure a permit, permit fee, how long is the permit good for, how long does it takes to get a building permit, how many sets of plans are required for a building permit, etc?
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Bulky Waste
For information about disposing bulky waste, contact the Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division
Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3032
Burn Permits
For information about burn permits, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Bus
Lawrence Transit System
Lawrence Transit System Website | Phone: (785) 832-3464
Business Cardboard Recycling
Information on business cardboard recycling
Waste Reduction & Recycling Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3030
Business Licenses
The City of Lawrence does not require a general business license, however, some businesses, trades, and occupations require a license before they can operate in the City limits.
Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Cable Television
Cable service is made available locally by: Sunflower Cablevision (785) 841-2100 1 Riverfront Plaza, Suite 301 Lawrence, KS 66044
Phone: (785) 841-2100Capital Improvement Projects
For information about capital improvement projects, contact the Planning Office
Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Cat Vaccinations
For information concerning required animal vaccinations in the City, contact the Lawrence Humane Society
Lawrence Humane Society Website | Phone: (785) 843-6835
Cats
For information, contact the Lawrence Humane Society
Lawrence Humane Society Website | Phone: (785) 843-6835
Cemetery
For genealogy, maintenance and availability information about public cemeteries, Oak Hill and Maple Grove, contact the Parks & Recreation Department
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7955
Cemetery Records
For information about public cemetery records, contact the Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division
Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Chamber of Commerce
For information visit the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Web site
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Website | Phone: (785) 865-4411.
City Clerk
The City Clerk's office is a Division of the Administrative Services Department
Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
City Commission
For profiles and contact information for City Commissioners, the Vice Mayor, or Mayor, see City Commission Web site.For City Commission agendas, see City Commission Agendas Web.
City Election
Information regarding the 2007 City Commission election.
City Information
For general information or for information not covered in these pages, contact the City of Lawrence main number
City of Lawrence Website | Phone: (785) 832-3000
City Manager's Office
City Hall
Fourth Floor
City Manager's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3400
City Newsletter - The Flame
The official newsletter of the City of Lawrence, Kansas
City Manager's Office Website |
Civil Rights
For information about local civil rights enforcement or to lodge a complaint alleging discrimination in employment, public accommodations, or housing, contact the Human Relations/Human Resources Department
Human Relations/Human Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3310
Claims for Damage
For information about filing a claim for damage against the City, contact the Administrative Services Department, Risk Management Division
Administrative Services Department, Risk Management Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3300
Code Enforcement
The Development Services division is responsible for building code enforcement.
Development Services Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Code Enforcement, Weeds and Debris
To report areas of the City overgrown with weeds or debris, contact the Development Services division.
Development Services Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Commission Election
Information regarding the 2007 City Commission election.
Complaints
To express a concern about City services or operations, contact the City Manager's Office
City Manager's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3400.
Composting
For information about composting, contact Waste Reduction and Recycling Division
Waste Reduction and Recycling Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3030
Construction Permits
For information about building permits, where would I go to secure a permit, permit fee, how long is the permit good for, how long does it takes to get a building permit, how many sets of plans are required for a building permit, ect?
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Construction Projects
Map of major public and private construction projects
City of Lawrence Website | Phone: (785) 832-3400
Convention & Visitors Bureau
Lawrence Convention & Visitors Bureau Website | Phone: (785) 865-4497, 1-888-LAWKANS
Court, Lawrence Municipal
Lawrence Municipal Court Website | Phone: (785) 832-6190
Crime Prevention
For information about crime prevention programs, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website Website | Phone: (785) 830-7407
Crime Stoppers
To anonymously report a crime and qualify for a possible cash award, contact the Crime Stoppers Tips Hotline
Phone: (785) 843-TIPS (8477)Crisis Counseling
For 24-hour assistance and support
Headquarters, Inc. Website | Phone: (785) 841-2345
Crosswalks
For information about the installation of crosswalks or to request maintenance/repainting of existing crosswalks, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Death Certificates
Death certificates are maintained by the State of Kansas. For more information, contact the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Office of Vital Statistics
Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Office of Vital Statistics Website | Phone: (785) 296-1400
Depot Rental
For information or to make a reservation contact Parks & Recreation
Parks & Recreation Website | Phone: (785) 832-7950
Development Services Division
Riverfront Plaza
Suite 110 Level 1
Planning and Development Services Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Dig safe
Kansas One Call Website | Phone: (800) 344-7233
Digging
For information on digging and utility locations
Phone: (800) DIG-SAFE (344-7233)Disabilities
To express a concern, suggestion or question about the accessibility of City facilities, programs or services, contact Tammy Bennett, Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3133, TDD: (785) 832-3205
Discrimination Complaints
For information about local civil rights enforcement or to lodge a complaint alleging discrimination in employment, public accommodations, or housing, contact the Human Relations/Human Resources Department
Human Relations/Human Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3310
Dog Vaccinations
Lawrence Humane Society Website | Phone: (785) 843-6835
Dogs
For more information, contact the Lawrence Humane Society
Lawrence Humane Society Website | Phone: (785) 843-6835
Domestic Partnership Registry
The City of Lawrence provides the opportunity for two individuals to register their domestic partnership.
Administrative Services Website |
Door to Door Sales
For information about City regulations of solicitors and peddlers
Administrative Services Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Douglas County
Website | Phone: (785) 841-5100
Douglas County Appraiser's Office
For information about the Douglas County Appraiser's Office
Douglas County Website | Phone: (785) 832-5133
Drainage
To report a clogged storm sewer inlet, contact the Public Works Department, Stormwater Management Division
Public Works Department, Stormwater Management Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3143
Drainage Easements
For information about drainage easements, contact the Stormwater division of the Public Works Department
Public Works Department, Stormwater Management Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3143
Driver's Licenses
For information about driver's licenses ,fees, renewal contact the Kansas Driver's License Examining Station
Kansas Driver's License Examining Station Website | Phone: (785) 843-9593
Driveways, Curb Cuts
For information on adding a second driveway, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Dump
For information about the landfill used by the City, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Dumpster Deposit
For information on both residential and commercial containers
Public Works - Solid Waste Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3022
Earth Day
For information about the City's 2004 Celebration of Earth Day
Easements
For information about easements, contact Public Works Department,
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Election
Information regarding the 2007 City Commission election.
Website |
Elections
Election information is maintained by the County Clerk. For more information about elections, contact the Douglas County Clerk's Office
Douglas County Clerk's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-5281
Electrical Inspections
For more information about electrical inspections, contact the Development Services division.
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Electrical Permits
For more information about electrical permits, contact the Development Services division
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Electrical Standards
For more information about electrical standards, contact the Development Services division.
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Electricity Service
Electric service is made available locally by Westar Energy
Westar Energy Website | Phone: (800) 794-4780
Emergency Housing, Crisis Counseling
For 24-hour assistance and support
Headquarters, Inc. Website | Phone: (785) 841-2345
Emergency Management
For information about emergency management, contact Douglas County Emergency Management
Douglas County Emergency Management Website | Phone: (785) 832-5259
Emergency Services
For police, fire or paramedic emergency services, dial "911".
Phone: 911Employment Opportunities, City
For information on City job openings, see Administrative Services.
Administrative Services Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3203
Engineering Department
City Hall
Ground Floor
Public Works - Engineering Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3125
Environs
For house location information, contact the Planning Department
Planning - Historic Resources Commission Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Excavation Permits
For information about excavation permits, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Facility Rentals
For more information about Parks & Recreation Department facilities, see the Recreation Facilities Web site. To reserve a public facility
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Farmer's Market
Downtown Farmer's Market
Website |
Fence, easement
For easement information, contact the Neighborhood Resources Department
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Finance Department
City Hall
Second Floor
Finance Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Fire & Burn Safety Education
For information about fire and burn safety education, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Fire & Medical Department, Lawrence-Douglas County
Fire & Medical Department, Lawrence-Douglas County
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 830-7000
Fire Codes
For information about fire codes, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Fire Extinguisher Training
For information about fire extinguisher training, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Fire Hydrants
For information about fire hydrants or to request a fire hydrant flow test, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department,
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Fire Hydrants, Maintenance
To request maintenance or repair of fire hydrants, contact the Utilities Department
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Fire Plan Review
For information about fire hydrants or to request a fire hydrant flow test, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department,
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Fire Safety Inspections
For information about fire safety inspections, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Fires
To report a fire, dial "911".
Phone: 911Fishing Licenses
Fishing and hunting licenses are issued by the State of Kansas. Contact the Department of Wildlife & Parks
Department of Wildlife & Parks Website | Phone: (785) 296-2281
Flood Control
To report a clogged storm sewer inlet, contact the Public Works Department, Stormwater Management Division
Stormwater Management Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3143
Flood Control, Maintenance
For information about maintenance of drainage channels, ditches, inlets and pipes, contact the Stormwater division of the Public Works Department
Stormwater Management Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3143
Flood Insurance
FEMA information about flood insurance
Website |
Floodplain Information
View the City?s floodplain information webpages to find out if you live in the floodplain, how to protect your home from flood damage, the City?s stormwater management program, and much more.
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Forestry
For information about City tree ordinances including right-of-way and diseases, contact the Parks & Recreation Department, Jim Beebe, Forestry Supervisor
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7979
Forestry Supervisor
For information about removal or pruning of dead or hazardous trees in public areas, contact the Parks & Recreation Department, Jim Beebe, Forestry Supervisor
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7979
Garbage Collection
For information about trash collection, contact the Public Works Department, Sanitation Division
Public Works Department, Sanitation Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3032
Gas Service
Natural gas service is made available locally by Aquila
Golf Courses, Municipal
Eagle Bend Golf Course and Learning Center
Phone: (785) 748-0600Golf Lessons
For information about golf lessons, contact the Eagle Bend Golf Course and Learning Center
Phone: (785) 748-0600Graffiti Removal
Graffiti Removal Hotline
Phone: (785) 832-5354Handicap Sticker
For information on obtaining a handicap sticker, contact the Douglas County Treasurer's Office
County Treasurer's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-5273
Handicaps
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3133, TDD: (785) 832-3205
Hazardous Materials
For information about storage, handling and disposal of hazardous materials, contact the Public Works Department, Waste Reduction & Recycling Division. In an emergency, dial "911
Public Works Department, Waste Reduction & Recycling Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3030
Health Department, Lawrence/Douglas County
200 Maine St.
Suite B
Health Department, Lawrence/Douglas County Website | Phone: Administration: (785) 843-3060, Clinic: (785) 843-0721
Hiking
A variety of multi-use trails are available in Lawrence parks for bicyclists, hikers, joggers, walkers and nature lovers. A Recreation/Bicycle path map is available at all local recreation centers and bicycle shops
Parks and Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7979
Hiratsuka
Japanese Sister City of Lawrence, Kansas
Historic Preservation
For more information about historic preservation efforts and regulations or local landmarks, contact the historic resources administrator in the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
History of Lawrence
A pictorial history of past Lawrence Mayors
Images of Past Mayors Website |
Hit-and-Run Reports
To report a Hit-and-Run accident or for the status of a Hit-and-Run investigation, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website Website | Phone: (785) 832-7509 Emergency: 911
Home Businesses
Certain home businesses require licenses. For more information on home business regulations, contact the Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division
Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Horizon 2020
For information regarding Horizon 2020, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Planning Department
Planning Department, Lawrence-Douglas County Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
House Numbering
To obtain the address for a new building or lot or to verify an address, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department, Building Inspection Division
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Housing: Code Standards
For information about housing code standards, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Housing: Landlords & Tenants
For information about landlord and tenant regulations, contact the Development Services division.
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Housing: Low-Income Public
For information about low-income public housing, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department or Lawrence Douglas County Housing Authority.
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Housing: Repairs, Rehabilitation, Loans & Grants
For information about housing repairs, rehabilitation and loans and grants, contact the Development Services division.
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Human Relations/Human Resources Department
947 New Hampshire
Suite 200A
Human Relations/Human Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3310
Humane Society
1805 E. 19th St.
Lawrence Human Society Website | Phone: (785) 843-6835
Hydrants, Fire
For information about fire hydrants or to request a fire hydrant flow test, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department,
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire & Medical Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7600
Immigration Information
Toll Free: (800) 870-3776
Kansas City: (816) 891-0603
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Website |
Immunizations
For information about immunizations, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department
Phone: (785) 843-0721Impounded Cars
For information about impounded cars, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7501
Information Systems Department
City Hall
Third Floor
Information Systems Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3320
Information, City
For general information or for information not covered in these pages, contact the City of Lawrence main number
City Manager's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3000
Inspections, Building
For general information on Building Inspections contact Neighborhood Resources Department
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Investigations, Police
For information regarding the status of a current police investigation of which you were the victim or to report additional information about and incident you were involved in, call the Lawrence Police Dpartment Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Lawrence Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 830-7430 Emergency: 911
Jail, Douglas County
3601 E. 25th Street
Douglas County Jail Website | Phone: (785) 830-1000
Job Opportunities
For information on City job openings, see Administrative Services
Administrative Services Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3203
Kansas One Call
Kansas One Call Website | Phone: (800) 344-7233
Land Use
For information about current land use, land use planning, local development trends data, or census information, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Landfill
For information about the landfill used by the City, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Landowner
For information regarding ownership of property, contact Douglas County Clerk's Office
Douglas County Clerk's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-5280
Lawrence Transit System
Public Transportation Website |
Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority
For information about the Lawrence-Douglas County Housing Authority
Website | Phone: (785) 842-8100
Legal Services Department
1006 New Hampshire
Legal Services Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-6190
Libraries, Lawrence Public
Lawrence Public Library Website | Phone: (785) 843-3833
Liquor Licenses
For information about liquor licenses, contact the Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division
Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Man Hole Lids
The City maintains both sanitary sewer and storm sewer lids
Map, City Map On-Line
see roads, schools, parks and more
Information Systems Department - Interactive Mapping Website |
Map, Public and Private Projects
Map of major public and private construction projects
City of Lawrence Website | Phone: (785) 832-3400
Map, Sidewalk
Map of sidewalks within the City of Lawrence
Maps, City
For maps of the City of Lawrence, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Marriage Licenses
KDHE Office of Vital Statistics Website | Phone: (785) 296-1400
Mayor
The current Lawrence Mayor is Mike Dever.
Mayor Images
A pictorial history of past Lawrence Mayors
Images of Past Mayors Website |
Mechanical Inspections
For information about mechanical construction inspections, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Phone: (785) 832-7700Mechanical Permits
For information about mechanical construction inspections, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Phone: (785) 832-7700Medicaid Fraud
The Medicaid Fraud and Abuse Unit investigates and prosecutes fraud committed by providers in the Medicaid program.
State of Kansas Website | Phone: 1-866-551-6328
Minutes
Download minutes from city meetings or contact the city clerks office
City Clerks office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3201
Mission Statement, City of Lawrence
We are committed to providing excellent City services that enhance the quality of life for the Lawrence community.
Website |
Mosquito Control
For information on mosquito control efforts, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Health Department
Phone: (785) 843-3060Mowing
To report a private property in need of mowing, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Mowing, Public
To report a public property or green space in need of mowing, contact the Parks & Recreation Department Turf Management Supervisor
Parks & Recreation Department Turf Management Website | Phone: (785) 832-7971
Municipal Court, Lawrence
1006 New Hampshire Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Legal Services Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-6190
Name Change
111 E. 11th St.
Clerk of District Court's Office Website | Phone: (785) 841-7700
Natural Gas
Natural gas service is made available locally by Aquila
Nature and Trail Information
Prairie Park Nature Center, 2730 Harper, provides year round programming for youth and adults
Phone: (785) 832-7980Neighborhood Services
For information about code enforcement, housing issues, and neighborhood services, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Neighborhood Watch
For information about neighborhood watch groups, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website Website | Phone: (785) 832-7410
No Parking Zones
For more information about no parking zones, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 830-7400
Noise Complaints
To file a noise complaint, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website Website | Phone: (785) 832-7509
Nuisances, Property
To report weeds, trash, tall grass, or other property nuisances, contact the Development Services division.
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Office Paper Recycling
Information on office paper recycling
Waste Reduction & Recycling Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3030
Ordinances
For information about City ordinances, contact the Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division
Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Parade Permits
For information on hosting a parade or procession, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 830-7400
Park Facility Reservations
For more information about Parks & Recreation Department facilities, see the Recreation Facilities Web site. To reserve a public facility
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Park Maintenance
To request park maintenance, contact the Parks & Recreation Department Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3955
Parking Violations
For information about parking violations, contact the Lawrence Police Department (also see "Vehicles, Abandoned")
Lawrence Police Department Website Website | Phone: Downtown Parking Phone: (785) 832-7590
City-wide Parking Phone: (785) 830-7400
Parks and Recreation Department
947 New Hampshire
Suite 200B
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Parks, Public
For information about the City of Lawrence's parks and green spaces, see the Public Parks Information Web site or contact the Parks & Recreation Department
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7920
Paving, Street Or Sidewalk
To request street maintenance, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Pedestrian Crossings
For information about the installation of crosswalks or to request maintenance/repainting of existing crosswalks, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Pending Special Assessments
For information on pending special assessment benefit districts.
Website | Phone: (785) 832-3200
Percent for Art
Capital improvement monies are set aside for art projects in new city construction and major renovations to fund the program.
Website |
Permits
Building Permits
Website |
Picnic Shelter Reservations
For more information about Parks & Recreation Department facilities, see the Recreation Facilities Web site. To reserve a public facility
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Planning Department, Lawrence-Douglas County
City Hall
First Floor
Planning Department, Lawrence-Douglas County Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Plumbing Code and Standards
For information about plumbing code and standards, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Plumbing Inspections
For information about plumbing inspections, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Plumbing Permits
For information about plumbing permits, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Poison Control Center
The nearest Kansas Poison Control Center can be reached at (800) 222-1222. In the event of an emergency, dial "911" or report to the Lawrence Memorial Hospital Emergency Room.
Lawrence Memorial Hospital Website |
Police Department
111 E 11th St., Lawrence Police Department Web site. In the event of an emergency, dial "911".
Lawrence Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7501 Emergency: 911
Police, Investigations
For information regarding the status of a current police investigation of which you were the victim or to report additional information about an incident you were involved in, call the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7510
Population Information
For information about Lawrence and Douglas County populations
Planning Department, Lawrence-Douglas County Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Potholes
To report a pothole, contact the Public Works Department
Property Taxes
For information about the City's property tax mill levy, contact the Finance Department
Finance Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Property Taxes, County
Accepts/processes payment of real estate and personal property taxes
Douglas County, Treasurer's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-5178
Prosecutor, City
The City Prosecutor's Office handles prosecution of all City cases in Lawrence Municipal Court. For more information, contact the City Prosecutor's Office
Lawrence Municipal Court Website | Phone: (785) 832-6195
Public Hearings
For information about public hearings, contact the City Manager's Office or see the weekly City Commission Agenda online
City Manager's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3400
Public Hearings: Planning Issues
For information about public hearings concerning land use and planning issues, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Public Records
The City Clerk Division maintains official records such as contracts, deeds, leases, bond related documents, special assessments, annexation proceedings, commission proceedings, and records of City-owned cemeteries.
Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Public Transportation
Lawrence Transit System
Lawrence Transit System Website |
Public Works Department
City Hall
Ground Floor
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3125
Railroad Crossings
City code requires companies to maintain railroad crossings in a safe and acceptable manner. To report railroad crossing equipment concerns contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Rain-Out Information
For information about adult league game cancellations, see the Adult Sports Web site. For information about both adult and youth league game cancellations, call the Information Hotline
Phone: (785) 832-7999Records, City
For official City records, contact the Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division
Administrative Services Department, City Clerk Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3308
Recreation Paths
A variety of multi-use trails are available in Lawrence parks for bicyclists, hikers, joggers, walkers and nature lovers. A recreation/bicycle path map is available at all local recreation centers and bicycle shops.
Recreation, Parks &
Parks & Recreation Department
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Recycling
For information about recycling, contact the Waste Reduction and Recycling Program
Waste Reduction & Recycling Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3030
Recycling, Brush
The Parks & Recreation Department provides brush recycling April through November on Saturdays at 1110 Haskell Ave. Tree branches and brush are accepted for $2 per load
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Rental Registration
Neighborhood Resources Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Reserving Public Facilities
For more information about Parks & Recreation Department facilities, see the Recreation Facilities Web site. To reserve a public facility.
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Right of Way
For information on right of way, contact Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3132
Right-of-Way Permit Application
Application for Right-of-Way Permit
Administrative Services, City Clerk's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3201
Roundabouts
Planning Office, Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Sanitary Sewer Back-ups
To report a problem with your sanitary sewer, contact the Utilities Department
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
School Crosswalks
For information about the installation of crosswalks or to request maintenance/repainting of existing crosswalks, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3132
Schools, Public
For information about Lawrence Public Schools, visit the U.S.D. 497 Public Schools Website.
U.S.D. 497 Public Schools Website | Phone: (785) 832-5000
Senior Citizen Services
For information about services available to senior citizens, contact Douglas County Senior Services
Douglas County Senior Services Website | Phone: (785) 842-0543
Septic/Holding Tank Contents Disposal
If you have septic or recreational vehicle holding tank waste to dispose of, contact the Utilities Department
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7846
Sewer Billing Issues/Business
The City of Lawrence provides water, sewer, trash, and storm water services. Customers can establish, transfer, or terminate residential utility services online. For more information, contact the Finance Department, Utility Billing Division
Finance Department, Utility Billing Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Sewer Lids, Sanitary
The City maintains both sanitary sewer and storm sewer lids.
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Sewer Lids, Storm
To report a problem with your storm sewer, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3031
Sewer Line Locations
For the locations of electric lines, gas pipes and telephone cables, contact Kansas One.
Kansas One Call Website | Phone: (800) 344-7233
Sewer(s), Sanitary
Public sanitary sewers are maintained by the Utilities Department.
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Sewer(s), storm
Public storm sewers are maintained by the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3031
Shelter for homeless
946 New Hampshire 6:00 PM Guards, Sunbeams & Adventure Corps Wednesday 12:00 Food Program 5:30 PM Women?s Ministries 6:30 PM Bible Study Friday 12:00 PM Food Program Click the image to enlarge view 946 New Hampshire St.
Salvation Army Website | Phone: (785) 843-4188
Shelter from abusive situation
Toll Free: (800) 770-3030 Local: (785) 843-3333
Sidewalk Map
Map of sidewalks within the City of Lawrence
Sidewalks
For information about City sidewalks, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Sight Obstructions
To report trees or objects that obstruct motorists' line of sight, contact Parks & Recreation department, Jim Beebe, Forestry Division
Parks & Recreation department, Jim Beebe, Forestry Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7979
Sign Ordinance
For information about City sign regulations, contact the Development Services division.
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Signs, Traffic
To report a damaged street sign or malfunctioning traffic signal or to request the installation of a new street sign or traffic signal, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3035
Sister City
Smoking in Public Places
Ordinance No. 7782
Website |
Social Security Office
1440 Wakarusa Dr.
Douglas County Social Security Office Website | Phone: (785) 843-2254
Special Assessments
For information on certified and pending special assessment benefit districts.
Website | Phone: (785) 832-3200
Storm Water
Coordinated stormwater management program of capital improvements, system maintenance, development review and pollution prevention measures.
Storm Water Engineering Website | Phone: (785) 832-3142
Street Names/Addresses
For information about street names and addresses, contact Public Works Traffic Engineering Department
Public Works - Traffic Engineering Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3034
Street Projects
For information about current and future City street projects
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3123
Street Sweeping
For information about street sweeping or to request street sweeping, contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3031
Streets - Data
View information about streets in Lawrence
Public Works Department Street Maintenance Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3021
Swimming Pools
For information about City swimming pools, contact the Parks & Recreation Department
Parks & Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7900
Taxes
For information about the City's property tax mill levy, contact the Finance Department,
Finance Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Telephone Service
Telephone service is made available locally by: AT&T
Phone: (800) 559-7928Tornado Sirens
Emergency sirens are sounded for tornado warnings. For more information, contact Douglas County Emergency Management.
Phone: (785) 832-5259Trade Licensing
Trade Licensing with the City of Lawrence
Neighborhood Resources Website |
Traffic Accidents/Violations
To report a traffic accident, contact the Lawrence Police Department
Lawrence Police Department Website Website | Phone: Non Emergency (785) 832-7509 Emergency: 911
Traffic Counts
For information about the volume of traffic on City streets, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Phone: (785) 832-3159Traffic Signs and Signals
To report a damaged street sign or malfunctioning traffic signal or to request the installation of a new street sign or traffic signal contact the Public Works Department
Public Works Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3035
Traffic Studies
Traffic studies are the basis for installation of new traffic signals, crosswalks, speed limit changes, etc. For more information about traffic studies, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Trails
A Recreation/Bicycle path map is available at all local recreation centers and bicycle shops. Contact Parks and Recreation Department
Parks and Recreation Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-3450
Transportation
Lawrence Transit System
Lawrence Transit System Website | Phone: (785) 312-7054
Trash Collection
For information about trash collection, contact the Public Works Department, Sanitation Division
Public Works Department, Sanitation Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3032
Trash Complaints
To report trash on public property, contact the Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division
Public Works Department, Solid Waste Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3032
Trees
For information about City tree ordinances including right-of-way and diseases, contact the Parks & Recreation Department, Jim Beebe, Forestry Supervisor
Parks & Recreation Department, Jim Beebe, Forestry Supervisor Website | Phone: (785) 832-7979
Truck Routes
Map of truck routes within the city.
Public Works Department, Traffic Engineering Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-3034
U.S.D. 497
U.S.D. 497 Lawrence Public Schools 110 McDonald Dr
U.S.D. 497 Lawrence Public Schools Website | Phone: (785) 832-5000
Unemployment
Non-profit unemployment information and assistance
Lawrence Workforce Center Website | Phone: (785) 840-9675
Use of Right-of-Way Permit Application
Use of Right-of-Way Permit Application
Administrative Services, City Clerk's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3201
Utilities
The City of Lawrence provides water, sewer, trash, and storm water services. Customers can establish, transfer, or terminate residential utility services online.
Finance Department, Utility Billing Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Utilities Department
720 W. Third Street
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Utility Billing
The City of Lawrence provides water, sewer, trash, and storm water services. Customers can establish, transfer, or terminate residential utility services online. For more information, contact the Finance Department, Utility Billing Division
Finance Department, Utility Billing Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Utility Easements
For information about utility easements, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Utility Line Locations
For the locations of electric lines, gas pipes and telephone cables, contact Kansas One-Call. For water or sewer contact Utilities Department. For storm sewers, contact Public Works Department.
Kansas One-Call Website | Phone: (800) 344-7233
Utility locates
Kansas One Call Website | Phone: (800) 344-7233
Utility services in Lawrence
Establishing services in Lawrence for your home or business
Lawrence Utility Billing Website |
Vehicle Inspections
I-70 Business Center
1035 N 3rd St.
Kansas Highway Patrol - VIN Inspection Office Website | Phone: (785) 842-4759
Vehicle Tags
Vehicle registration and tags are issued by Douglas County. For information about vehicle registration and license tags, contact the Douglas County Treasurer's Office
Phone: (785) 832-5273Vehicles, Abandoned
To report abandoned vehicles on public streets, contact the Lawrence Police Department. For private property contact Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department
Lawrence Police Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7509
Vice Mayor
The current vice mayor is Robert Chestnut.
Website |
Visitor Information Center
The Visitor Information Center is located at the renovated Union Pacific Depot, North Second and Locust Street (Exit 204, Interstate 70). The center is a service of the Lawrence Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Lawrence Convention and Visitors Bureau Website | Phone: (785) 865-4499
Volunteering
For information about volunteering in the Lawrence community, contact the Roger Hill Volunteer Center, a service of the United Way of Douglas County. Phone 865-5030
Roger Hill Volunteer Center Website |
Voter Registration
Voter registration is maintained by Douglas County. For information about voter registration, contact the Douglas County Clerk's Office
Douglas County Clerk's Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-5281
Wastewater Treatment
For information about wastewater treatment, contact the Wastewater Treatment Plant
Department of Utilities Website | Phone: (785) 832-7852
Water Bill
Pay utility bills online
Utility Billing Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Water Conservation Information
For information about water conservation, contact the Utilities Department
Department of Utilities Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Water Line Installation
For information about constructing a water line to your property, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Water Line Locations
For information about location of City water lines, contact the Utilities Department
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Water Main Leaks
To report a water main leak, contact the Utilities Department
Department of Utilities Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Water Meters
To report damaged or broken water meters, contact Utility Billing
Finance Department, Utility Billing Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Water Pipes, Frozen
To report frozen water meters, contact Utility Billing
Finance Department, Utility Billing Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Water Pressure
To report low or no water pressure, contact Utility Billing
Finance Department, Utility Billing Division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7878
Water Quality
For information about water quality, contact the Utilities Department
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Water Treatment
For information about water treatment, contact the Utilities Department
Utilities Department Website | Phone: (785) 832-7800
Weeds
To report a private property in need of mowing, contact the Neighborhood Resources (formerly HAND) Department. To report a public property or green space in need of mowing, contact the Parks & Recreation Department Turf Management
Development Services division Website | Phone: (785) 832-7700
Weststar Energy
Electric service is made available locally by Westar Energy
Westar Energy Website | Phone: (800) 383-1183
Zip Code Information
For information about Lawrence zip codes, contact one of the two U.S. Post Offices in Lawrence, 645 Vermont St. or 1901 W 31st St
Phone: (800) 275-8777Zoning
For information about City land use and zoning, contact the Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office. For information about the Board of Zoning Appeals/Sign Code Board of Appeals, see City Commission Advisory Boards Web site
Lawrence-Douglas County Metropolitan Planning Office Website | Phone: (785) 832-3159
Zoning Enforcement
For information about city and county zoning enforcement
City: (785) 832-7700
County: (785) 331-13443
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Street Workers
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