Large-Item Pick-up Scheduled for April 14-18, 2008 -

Twice a year, the City of Merriam conducts a large item clean-up campaign for the residents in Merriam. The Merriam Public Works Department is responsible for this campaign, which occurs annually during the third week in April and October. There are some restrictions on the materials the City will accept.

The City of Merriam will conduct the spring clean-up campaign during the week of April 14 through 18, 2008.

For a schedule of the City's spring clean-up, click here. For additional information, call 913.322.5570 or e-mail PublicWorks@merriam.org.

City of Merriam Announces Franchise Fee Rebate Program
The City of Merriam is accepting applications for the franchise fee rebate program. This program provides Merriam families, whose income falls within the limits established by HUD, the opportunity to apply for a refund of the franchise fees paid on electricity, gas and telephone bills during 2007.

Franchise fees collected from utility companies are refunded to eligible low-to-moderate income households. This fee rebate program is a city-funded project, implemented by Mayor Wilkes and the Merriam City Council. This year will mark the 26th year that this program has been offered to Merriam residents. To qualify, residents must meet the following HUD maximum income limits:

For example, a family that averages $200 per month on utilities could receive approximately $120 per year in utility fee refunds.

Those wishing to participate should contact the Community Development Department at (913) 322-5520 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, to request an application form. Applications must be accompanied by gas, electric and telephone receipts, along with proof of income. For proof of income, residents can provide their 2007 W-2 or income tax forms, or social security papers. Applications will be accepted through May 1, 2008.

The South Park Sub-Area Plan prepared by 180 Degrees - In May 2007, South Park School will close its doors after serving students in the neighborhood since 1947. In an effort to understand what the community would like to see happen to the school building and surrounding site, the City hosted a public planning process called a “charrette” on March 7th -10th. Click here to view more information about the process and the final report prepared by 180 Degrees Design Studio.