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Administration

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1. Where is City Hall located?

City Hall is located in the Spring Hill Civic Center at 401 N. Madison, one half block West of Webster and Lawrence Streets. The building is the former elementary school and City Hall is positioned in the north end of the building.

2. When is the brush site open?

The brush site is open on Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the months of March, June, September, and December. The site is located at 215th St. and Woodland Rd. No dumping allowed. Yard debris only.

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Cemetery Board

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1. How much is a burial plot?

For information on burial plots, please contact the Board President, Helen Hecke, at (913) 592-3419.

2. How can I find out if my relative is buried in the cemetery?

For information on burial listings, please contact the Board President, Helen Hecke, at (913) 592-3419.

3. Where is the cemetery located?

The Spring Hill Cemetery is located in the 800 Block of West Lawrence Street.

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Community Development

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1. Why do I need a permit for ANY backyard pool that contains water over 24" (610mm) deep?

The City's zoning ordinance states any pool that contains water over 24" 610mm) deep, including on-the-ground portable, seasonal, pools is required to meet IRC standards. Specifically, fencing, locking gates and electrical inspections are required. Please view the pool handout. Handout

2. Where are the City limits and City zoning maps?

The zoning map will show each lot, using the zoom. There is a legend at the top right of the map. City and zoning maps

3. Do I need a permit to build a deck, fence or put up a shed?

Yes, the Residential Building Guide will offer permit details for common homeowner projects. More...

4. Why do I need a permit?

Building Permits are required for most projects both commercial and residential. More...

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Finance

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1. What is Spring Hill’s Sales Tax amount?

If you are shopping on the Johnson County side of the City it is 8.025 percent, and if you are shopping on the Miami County side it is 8.05 percent. South Street (215th) is the dividing line.

2. What is the difference between the appraised value and assessed valuation of my home and property?

The appraised value is assigned by the county appraiser of the county you live within. It represents the market value of your home and property

The current assessed value for a residential property is 11.5 percent of the appraised value.

3. What is a “Mill” or a “Mill Levy”?

A Mill / Mill Levy is the tax rate that used for each $1,000 of a property’s assessed valuation to calculate the amount of taxes owed.

4. What does SPC or Special mean on my tax statement?

It means you live in a subdivision or area of Spring Hill where infrastructure services, such as sanitary sewer or water, were needed in order to build the homes.

Bonds were purchased by the City to finance the Special Assessments which provided the extension of the infrastructure to serve your home. Please contact the City Finance Department for more details regarding these Special Assessments (913) 592-3664.

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Governing Body

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1. What is the process for placing an item on the agenda?

You may contact the City Clerk at (913) 592-3664 to request an item be placed on the City Council agenda.

2. How can I contact the Mayor and City Council?

The Mayor and City Council addresses and phone numbers are on the Governing Body Members page.
Governing Body Members

3. When is the next Council meeting?

Council meetings are the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Spring Hill Civic Center.

401 N. Madison
Room 15
Spring Hill, Kansas More...

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Municipal Court

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1. How do I get a continuance of my court date?

If you have never had a continuance, you may call the Court Clerk at (913) 592-3664 and request a continuance. You will be given the next available Court date.

If you have previously failed to appear for a scheduled Court date or have been granted a continuance, you must attend your currently scheduled Court date.

2. I can’t afford an attorney. Can I be appointed one?

It is your choice to have an attorney. If the City prosecutor is seeking jail time and you cannot afford an attorney, the Judge may appoint the public defender to represent you.

3. What happens at court?

Defendants are seated in the court room. The Judge will call cases on the arraignment docket in alphabetical order. The Judge reads the charges and asks the defendant for a plea. If a person pleas guilty, the judge will compete the sentencing. Upon hearing the charges and potential penalties a defendant may request a continuance for time to consult an attorney or gather needed paperwork.

When a fine amount is owed, the defendant will then proceed to the Court Clerk for payment options. If a defendant pleas “not guilty” the judge will set the case for trial and give the defendant the opportunity to discuss the case with the City prosecutor.

The prosecutor will read names from the plea docket alphabetically. The prosecutor has the authority to dismiss a case, seek penalties for guilty judgments, request jail time, amend charges and approve diversion plans.

Payment is expected after the judgment has been made. However, defendants may request additional time to pay their fines. The Judge or prosecutor may approve a payment plan or grant the defendant a new court date. Partial payments are only accepted if the defendant has been approved for a payment plan.

At the conclusion of the arraignment and plea dockets, the prosecutor will call the time to pay docket. This docket is comprised of all defendants who have previously pled on their case but have not paid their fines in total.

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Public Works

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1. How do I reserve the gazebo at City Park?

The gazebo is used on a first come, first served basis. To access water and electricity, call 592-3317 during business hours.

2. How do I mark my city's utilities prior to digging?

It is required to call 592-3317 with your dig safe ticket number in order to dispatch a city worker to locate the utilities. More...

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Recycling

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1. Do I need to sort my recycling?

No. Recycled items can be commingled loosely in the recycling bin.

2. Do I need to break down boxes before recycling them?

Corrugated cartons should be cut or reduced to 2' x 2' and placed under the recycling bin.

3. Do I have to rinse out my containers before placing them in the recycling bin?

Yes. Containers should be thoroughly rinsed before recycling.

4. Can I leave the labels on my recycled items?

Yes. Labels may remain intact on recycled items.

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Residents

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1. How can I contact the Fall Festival Committee?

The City web site has a page for the festival, you can search for it, or you'll find links on the residents page.

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Utilities

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1. Why were the 2010 sewer rates increased?

Due to the recession and a dramatic decline in system development fees for 2008 and 2009, the fund’s only stable source of revenue is user fees. The current sewer rates do not generate enough cash each month to cover operating expenses and annual debt payments. Unless immediate action is taken, the sewer fund will see a deficit in 2010 of approximately -$400,000. 2010 Wastewater Rates Brochure

2. How will the sewer rate increase impact my monthly utility bill?

The adjustment increases customers' monthly sewer charge by 25% and adds a $9.00 service charge. The increase is applied only to the sewer portion of the bill and not the entire amount due each month.

Example:
Monthly Sewer Charge: $26.70
25% Rate Increase: x1.25
=$33.38
Plus $9.00 Service Charge: +$9.00
=$42.38

*Monthly increase of $15.68

3. When is large item trash day?

Spring Hill residents in Miami County may place bulky items at the curb for collection on the first Wednesday of each month. Spring Hill residents in Johnson County have a pick up date of the fourth Wednesday of each month. More...

4. Can I make payment arrangements on my bill?

We will set up payment arrangements; however we can’t extend the payment date beyond the last day of the month. To set up payment arrangements, please call our office at (913) 592-3664.

5. What do I do if I can’t pay my bill?

For payment assistance, please contact the Civic Center at (913) 592-2304. Also, call our office at (913) 592-3664 and let us know that you’re trying to get assistance.

6. Why am I paying more each month for the sewer portion of my bill than the water portion?

A. Sewer consumption is refigured every year, based on the average amount of water you use in January, February and March. The new average goes into effect on the April bill and will not change until the following year. If you are a new customer or have had a leak during the re-averaging period, we bill you for the median consumption. If you are set up at this median (4,900 gallons for example), but don't use 4,900 gallons of water each month, then it is possible for you monthly sewer charge to be higher than you monthly water charge.

7. What is consumption?

Consumption reflects how many galons you have used and are being charged for. For example, if your bill reflects a sewer consumption of 49, then you are being billed for 4,900 gallons. If your bill reflects a water consumption of 50, then you are being billed for 5,000 gallons of water.