eGov – City Services at Your Fingertips
New technologies are empowering the City of Lawrence to deliver services more efficiently and in a way that better fits the demands of modern lifestyles. – David Corliss, City Manager
The City of Lawrence is offering more services and resources directly to residents via the convenience of their home and office computers. No more driving across town or standing in line.
Electronic government, or eGov for short, allows Lawrence residents to access a wide range of programs on a 24/7 basis. From paying your utility bill to scheduling a building inspection, you can log on to the City web site (lawrenceks.org).
The eGov portal is located in the top toolbar of the city’s web page. All you have to do is log on and click the eGov link. For many services, the Internet provides a way to improve response times while containing costs. In addition to eGov options, Lawrence continues to offer standard methods of service delivery.
A Sample of Services Now Available Online
- Apply for building permits (commercial/residential/multi-family)
- Apply for T-Lift services for individuals with disabilities
- Calculate your estimated property tax (residential/business)
- City Jobs: view openings and apply online
- Enroll for Parks and Recreation activities (golf, swim, classes)
- File a complaint (nuisance/blight/environmental)
- Pay parking and traffic fines
- Register a domestic partnership
- Report a pothole
- Schedule a building inspection (commercial or home)
- View bus routes and times
- View City Commission meeting agendas and minutes
- View complete A-Z listing of City services
- View contractors licensed with the City of Lawrence
- View a list of planned development projects
Lawrence Wastewater Earns Award for Innovation
The City of Lawrence Wastewater Management System was selected by the Alliance of Innovation as the recipient of its 2007 Outstanding Achievement in Innovation Award. Presented at its June conference, AI recognized the Utility’s operation under a single integrated management system as being a best practice in local government.
The AI award for innovation is the most recent in a growing list of awards earned by Lawrence Wastewater. Last year, the utility became one of only two agencies in the nation to earn three widely respected certifications recognizing sound policies and procedures for environment, health and safety.
“The integration of numerous processes into a single system that detail operations while protecting the environment takes us beyond the requirements of existing regulations,” notes Dave Wagner, Utility Director.
The treatment process for wastewater is a highly technical and scientific process. These certifications affirm the world-class quality of wastewater services provided to the Lawrence community.
Home Energy Conservation Fair & Sustainable Homes Tour Offers Lawrence a Look at Energy Alternatives
NOTE: The Average Family spends $1,900 a Year on Energy Bills.
Lawrence will host its 7th annual Home Energy Conservation Fair and Sustainable Homes Tour on Saturday October 13, 2007 from 9 am to 5 pm. This year’s fair will be held at Free State High school, 4700 Overland Drive.
“Free State High School provides expanded exhibition space and plenty of parking,” notes Kathy Richardson, waste reduction and recycling supervisor.
The fair works to improve community awareness regarding the positive impact of energy conservation.
Vendors will include dozens of nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies and for-profit businesses that provide products and services to help cut home and business energy use. Attendees will be able to view an array of energy-saving products like Green Tags and low energy fluorescent light bulbs.
Speakers and workshops will explore home weatherization to keep heating costs low, and energy efficient new home construction and remodeling. Other topics include: peak oil, recycling, wind and solar energy, and an update of pending legislation.
This year’s featured speaker, Kristin Riott, is one of over 1,000 individuals trained as a climate presenter through the Climate Project Training Program.
The homes tour will feature area homes that incorporate energy conservation products and design. Buses will run throughout the day, departing from the fair.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do with my raked leaves?
Place fall leaves, grass, and other yard trimmings in cans, carts or compostable bags and place by your curb before 6:00 a.m. on Monday mornings (March – mid December). Plastic bags are not allowed.
How can I help prevent the flu?
Be sure to get your flu shot this season, and follow good health habits like washing your hands, covering your coughs and sneezes and staying home when sick. Contact your physician or the Health Department for more info (785) 843-0721.
How many roommates can I have?
City code allows no more than 3 unrelated persons to reside in one single-family zoned housing unit.
Where can I park my bicycle?
Never park a bike where it can get in another’s way. It is illegal to lock your bike to a tree, fire hydrant, street sign, stop sign or streetlight. Some parking meters have bike-locking adaptors attached, and free-standing bike racks are available downtown.
How loud can I play my favorite music?
Don’t play music so loud that it can disturb others. It is illegal to play music from a vehicle that can be heard 50 feet away, including base reverberation. Brawling and offensive language are also considered disturbances of the peace.
Frequently Called Numbers
- Brush drop-off (785) 832-7979
- City job information (785) 832-3333
- Eagle Bend Golf Course (785) 748-0600
- File a noise complaint (785) 832-7509
- Lawrence public library Info line (785) 832-3833