Transition to .GOV
The City of Lawrence is excited to announce that it will transition its official website from lawrenceks.org to lawrenceks.gov. This change will go live on January 5, 2026, following a year-long transition period to ensure a smooth and seamless experience for all users.
To minimize disruptions, the City is implementing a robust year-long transition plan focused on both internal and external audiences. Key elements include:
- Email Forwarding: All emails sent to current @lawrenceks.org addresses will automatically forward to the new @lawrenceks.gov addresses throughout 2025.
- Website Forwarding: Visitors to www.lawrenceks.org will be redirected to the new www.lawrenceks.gov domain during the transition.
- Communication Campaigns: The City will launch targeted outreach efforts to keep residents, businesses, and community partners informed and prepared for the change.
Security Benefits
Federal Government Protections
Browsers know to connect to .GOV with encryption automatically
.GOV e-mail addresses can't be "spoofed" by hackers
.GOV domains are FREE to eligible organizations
.GOV
Bringing credibility and security to City Government
Security
Offers additional layers of protection by Federal Government
Authenticity
Domain is authentic and cannot be mimicked
Credibility
It signals both credibility and authenticity.