FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE UPDATE - 12PM - DECEMBER 3, 2024
Contact: Jason Cauley, Director of Public Works
(620) 793-4150 jcauley@greatbendks.net
CITY OF GREAT BEND CREWS GATHERING SAMPLES
Great Bend, Ks, December 3, 2024- We are actively working to meet state requirements following the loss of water pressure experienced last night. As mandated by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), we are collecting water samples to test for potential bacteriological concerns. These tests take a minimum of 24 hours from the time the samples are received by the lab, and once results are available, the KDHE will determine when the boil advisory can be lifted.
Since the incident, we have been closely monitoring disinfectant levels in the system. Current readings show consistent and adequate disinfectant levels, both during and after the outage.
Until the advisory is officially rescinded, we urge residents to continue following KDHE’s recommendations regarding water use.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the safety of our community’s water supply.
For questions or concerns, please contact Jason Cauley, Director of Public Works, at 620-793-4150.
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Christina Hayes
CVB Director/Community Coordinator
City of Great Bend Convention & Visitors Bureau
1209 Williams St.
Great Bend, Kansas 67530
620-793-4111
chayes@greatbendks.net
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CITY OF GREAT BEND UNDER A BOIL ADVISORY
Great Bend, Ks, December 3, 2024- Last night December 2nd, 2024, the power went out in parts of town. As a result, the wells lost power, and the emergency generators did not activate as programed with a loss of pressure to our system. Crews responded immediately to resolve the issue, and water has been restored but we have been put under a boil advisory. Please follow KDHE recommendations. Currently, we are conducting further investigation into the incident.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and would like to thank you for your patience. See included KDHE Boil Advisory attachment.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact Jason Cauley, Director of Public Works, 620.793.4150
The Barton County Commission held a special meeting this morning to consider the changes recommended for the Barton County Zoning Regulations, Version II as received from the Barton County Planning Commission Board as they pertain to Solar Energy Conversion Systems (SECS) and the future development of Large Scale Non-Commercial SECS or Commercial Scale SECS in Barton County: This will affect Article III – District Regulations, Article VIII-B SECS and the Official Zoning Map.
You may find the documents here: Zoning - Article III - District Regulations - ADOPTED - 03 29 2024 Zoning - Article VIII-B - SECS - ADOPTED - 03 29 2024 Official Zoning Map-ADOPTED-03 29 2024
Resolutions can be seen here: Resolution 2024-10-Article III - District Regulations, Resolution 2024-11-Article VIII-B SECS Regulations, Resolution 2024-12-Official Zoning Map
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Judy Goreham, Barton County Zoning Administrator, Barton County Environmental Management Division, 1213 Baker Ave, Great Bend, KS 67530 (620) 796-4300 or (620) 792-9905.
