Local Government

Step outside and look around — local government decisions impact nearly every aspect of your daily life. Whether it’s the number of potholes on your street, the speed of the fire department’s response, or the condition of the basketball court at your local park, city and county officials play a crucial role in shaping our community. We cover local government to ensure you are informed about how decisions are made, how tax dollars are spent and who is responsible for these actions.


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396,119

396,119 people live in Wichita.

$715M

The Wichita City Council oversees a $715 million budget.

24%

24% of registered voters went to the polls in the last city and county elections.

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