Attention Residents
Attention Residents

20th of the Month Disconnects 

Ordinance No. 1347
Disconnection of Utility Bill 
20th of each month

All utility bills are due BEFORE 8:00 a.m. on the 20th of the month.  If the bill is not received prior to the open of business on the 20th an automatic Administration Fee applies of $30.30. 

To avoid the Administration Fee on the 20th it is advisable to pay your City of Mulvane Utility Bill on the 19th of the month.

If you are disconnected on the 20th of the month for non-payment you will be reponsible for paying the bill and any additional deposits that you may incur.  If you are disconnected twice in a 12-month period an additional deposit of $150.00 will be required along with the utility bill and Administration Fee of $30.00 plus tax.

After 5:00 p.m. an after-hours connection fee will be charged of $75.00 plus tax with the utililty bill and the Adminstration Fee of $30.30 and any additional deposit due. 
 
 
 
 
Kansas All-Star Scholars to Begin Accepting May 2013 Graduate Applications Today
$1,000 Scholarships Available for All Sumner County High School and Mulvane High School Graduating Seniors
MULVANE, KS – The Kansas All-Star Scholars Fund announced today that it will begin accepting applications for $1,000 scholarships available to all seniors who graduate in May 2013 from local high schools in Sumner County and Mulvane school districts. Applications will be available online beginning Friday, March 15, 2013.
 
Students must apply on or before April 15th. Registration must be completed online at http://www.KansasStarCasino.com/community/scholarship.
 
Students or parents can apply online; the process is simple and will take only a minute to complete. No personal financial information is required, as these scholarships are based neither on need nor merit.
 
High school seniors who have attended Sumner County or Mulvane high schools for at least 11th and 12th grades (two years) are eligible. Post-secondary institutions that qualify for the one-time scholarship include four-year colleges and universities, community colleges, vocational and technical schools, and specialized trade training. 
 
Additionally, to apply students do not need to identify the specific school they may attend in the fall. Students have adequate time after registering to apply to the school of their choice, be accepted and then provide that information to the Kansas All-Star Scholars Fund to receive their scholarship.
 
After registering, applicants must provide a copy of a letter of acceptance from a post-secondary institution and a class schedule or other proof of enrollment on or before September 1, 2013. Scholarship funds will be sent directly to the institution where the student is enrolled. 
 
Questions regarding the eligibility of a post-secondary institution or other aspects of the fund can be submitted to Leanna.Carnahan@kansasstarcasino.com. However, if a student or their family is unsure whether they qualify or a school qualifies, they are still encouraged to register online prior to the April 15th deadline. No applications will be accepted after this date.
 

Brush Pit Update

 BRUSH PIT

Due to severe abuse and illegal dumping at the City's brush pit, an iron gate has been installed to deter illegal dumping and limit access for non-residents who are using the brush pit.  The brush pit is only for residents of Mulvane that reside in Mulvane and pay Mulvane city taxes.  If an Arborist/Tree Removal company is doing  work for a city resident and has obtained a City Arborist/Tree Removal license for $50.00 they are entitled to use the brush pit but only if the brush is from the city no outside tree brush is allowed.

The new policy to take brush out to the brush pit is as follows:

*    Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. resident must call or come to the city building DAILY and sign the Brush Pit except on Saturday, brush pit open from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.  

*    Proof of the city address to obtain a brush permit either by showing proof of your driver's license or for vendors the contract for the address they are working at along with city license that must be obtained prior to going to the brush pit.

If you have questions regarding the brush pit contact the Mulvane City Building at 777-1143 or Kevin Baker of the Street Department at 777-9532.  
                     
 


Maximize Arborist / Tree Removal
  

Sewer Averaging Months
Sewer Averaging
 
The customer's sanitary sewer charge is based on the average water consumption for the months of December, January & February.  Once the sewer average has been established, the customer will pay that amount all year for sewer service.   Each customer pays a minumum monthly charge of $21.00 for having sewer service plus $5.25 for each 1,000 gallons of water consumption used in the three months of December, January and February.
 
It is important to fix any known leaks, such as leaking faucets or running toilets before the City begins the averaging process. Any increase in water usage during these three months will affect the customer's sewer average for the next year.  
 
The customer will notice their new sewer average on the March billing, which is the bill mailed out April 25th and due by May 5th.  Please note that a new customer that has not established a sewer average will be charged the current City average of 4,000 gallons which will be $42.00 for sewer until they have established their own average.
 
For questions concerning the sewer averaging call the Utility Billing Clerk: 777-1143.

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Mandatory Water Restrictions

 

City of Mulvane - Mandatory Water Restrictions

Mulvane residents and businesses can water lawns on days depending on your address.

Properties with even addresses:  Monday & Thursday
Properties with odd addresses:     Tuesday & Friday

·        Water only from 6:00 – 9:00 a.m. OR 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
·        If you have a well, please put a sign in your yard “Water Well”.
 

Thank you for your cooperation in conserving water!
Lawn Watering Conservation Tips:
Experts estimate that 50 percent of the water we use outdoors goes to waste from evaporation or runoff due to overwatering.
• With the exception of extreme heat waves, peak use typically occurs on weekends as many people use their free time to tend to lawns and landscapes, do laundry, and wash cars.
Simple Tips for Saving Water Outdoors:
• Step on it: Grass doesn’t always need water just because it’s hot out. Step on the lawn, and if the grass springs back, then it doesn’t need water. An inexpensive soil moisture sensor can also show the amount of moisture at the plant’s roots and discourage overwatering.
• Time it right: It’s best to water lawns and landscapes in the early morning and late evening because significant amounts of water can be lost due to evaporation at other times of day. Check with your local utility to find out what times are best for your region.
• Tune up your system: Inspect irrigation systems and check for leaks and broken or clogged sprinkler heads. Fix sprinkler heads that are broken or spraying on the street or driveway.
• Play zone defense: Assign areas of your landscape different zones depending on sun/shade exposure, soil and plant types, and type of sprinklers, and then adjust your irrigation system or watering schedule based on those zones.
• Give your hose a break: Sweep driveways, sidewalks, and steps rather than hosing them off. And don’t forget to check for leaks at your spigot connection and tighten as necessary.
• Leave it long: Raise your lawn mower blade. Longer grass promotes deeper root growth, resulting in a more drought resistant lawn, reduced evaporation, and fewer weeds.

 
 

Water Conservation Tips

Inside Your Home

  • Toilets are the largest water users inside your home with each flush using 5 gallons of water in older style toilets and 1.5 to 2 gallons in newer models. Avoid unnecessary toilet flushes – dispose of tissues, insects and other similar waste in the trash, rather than your toilet.
  • Letting the bathroom water faucet run while brushing your teeth or shaving wastes 4 gallons of water a minute or more. Turn the water off while doing so and save gallons of water several times a day.
  • Adjust the water level in your washing machine and dishwasher to the size of the load you are washing. If you cannot adjust the water level, then only operate these machines when they have full loads.
  • Take shorter showers, or when you are in the shower, turn on the water to get wet, turn off the water to lather up, and then turn the water back on to rinse. Four gallons of water or more is used per minute in the shower.
  • Thaw frozen food in the refrigerator or microwave, not under running water.
  • Check all faucets and toilets in your home. Replace washers and clean screens to improve leaking and better water pressure. Replace the insides of the toilet if it runs continuously this may result in a large use of water consumption if not repaired. A slow leak can waste 15 to 20 gallons a day. 
  • Install low-flow showerheads, faucet aerators or flow restrictors.
  • Wash full loads of laundry and dishes.

Outside Your Home

  • Know and follow your watering restrictions if any. Only water when your lawn and landscape need it and not just because it’s your approved watering day.
  • Water your lawn in the morning or late at night to minimize water loss from evaporation, and avoid watering on windy days.
  • Ensure sprinkler heads are working properly and are watering your lawn and landscape and not your driveway, house, and other impervious areas.
  • Install a rain sensor switch to override irrigation systems when it’s raining.
  • Do not hose down your driveway or sidewalk. Use a broom to clean leaves and debris from these areas.
  • Use a rain barrel to collect rainwater to water plants.
  • Plant warm season grasses (Bermuda or Azioza) which requires about half of the water as Fescue.

Preventative Measures

  • To detect toilet leaks, add food coloring to the toilet tank. If you have a leak, the color will appear in the bowl within 30 minutes (flush toilet immediately to avoid stains).
  • Update your showerhead to a low-flow showerhead, which can reduce water use by up to 50 percent.
  • Water loss from drippy faucets can range from several gallons to hundreds of gallons of water per day. Leaks can be fixed in faucets by replacing washers and by tightening or repacking the faucet stem. You may also choose to install low flow faucets or faucet aerators to conserve water. Retrofitting household faucets with low-flow aerators can cut water use by up to 50 percent.
  • Check your water meter when you are sure no water is being used. If the meter reading changes, you know you have a leak. There are several good websites that give detailed instructions on how to read your specific water meter.
  • The City suggests if you feel you have a leak take a water reading at the water meter and do not use water in the house for an (8) eight hour period and recheck. If water is registering through the water meter, there may be an internal water leak inside your home or in the water line from the meter to the house. If a leak can not be located it is advisable to call a plumber. Make sure water softeners are bypassed prior to checking for a leak. The water softener may be malfunctioning and may need service or cleaned. 

Reduce your utility bill
Water conservation is the right thing to do not just because of the importance of conserving this natural resource, but also because of the financial savings it brings to those who conserve.