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Commercial Beautification

In 1995 the citizens of Liberal voted a 1% sales tax initiative, for seven years, to accomplish special items throughout the community. At the end of the seven years it was reinstated by a vote of the citizens for another 10 years. This sales tax is split into five different categories: 50% to Streets, Drainage and Capital Improvement; Economic Development 25%; Housing 10%; Crime Prevention 10% and Beautification 5%.

The Beautification Department is committed to making Liberal a "beautiful place to live". Commercial Beautification Program is an incentive for commercial property owners to create an attractive, somewhat green space at the entrance or across the frontage of their property.

One of the many things selected as a top priority for beautification was to have a large entrance sign at each of the four major entrances into Liberal, like the one pictured at the right. This sign is located on east US54.

Commercial Beautification
This is one of the many programs within the beautification department. The purpose of this program is to provide funds for specific commercial property beautification projects in Liberal, Kansas. In general; businesses will be reimbursed from the City of Liberal at the rate of 20% of the total cost , not to exceed $4,000. Applicants must provide the information listed below and follow all criteria as specified.

Must be commercial property and frontage or along a major thoroughfare.
Identify nature, scope and location of project.
Provide detailed landscape plan, expenditure outline, maintenance budget and provide irrigation/water plan, if applicable.
Must comply with State and local codes and ordinances.
Application and plans must be approved by City of Liberal, building, code and ordinance department to assure compliance with those regulations that apply.
Must conform and be compatible with any long term master plan.
In general this program refers to the area between the businesses and road, i.e. landscaping, plant material, irrigation, new sidewalks, furnishings and accessories, not items attached to buildings.
Beautification projects must be for existing landscapes - newly constructed businesses will not qualify.
Effective October 25, 2005

City staff will recommend eligible projects to the City Commission for their approval and reimbursement. The City Commission will have the ultimate authority to accept or reject any projects.

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Public Services

Fire Department

The Liberal Fire Department was established on June 5th 1906, and incorporated Liberal's first fire chief and thirteen volunteer firefighters. Liberal's first fire department apparatus was a newly bought American LaFrance fire truck, this apparatus was purchased at a price of $3000.

Municipal Court

The Municipal Court, presided over by the Municipal Judge serving on a full-time basis, hears misdemeanor criminal and traffic cases occurring within city limits. Types of cases include domestic violence, theft, disorderly conduct, DUI, animal control and city code violations. Court policies and procedures follow the Kansas Code of Municipal Courts K.S.A. 12-4101, et seq., The Municipal Court Supervisor oversees 6 full-time municipal court employees. The Municipal Court is located at 325 N. Washington, Liberal, Kansas.

Police Department

With an authorized strength of 42 sworn officers and 15 non-sworn personnel, we are committed to working with our community to keep all of our citizens safe and secure. Our principles of Professionalism, Accountability, Commitment, and Teamwork are more than just words; they are exercised in the daily work ethic of our employees. Our employees are well-trained, well-equipped, and eager to serve our diverse community. Our primary goals are to reduce crime and the fear of crime in Liberal.

Recycling

Liberal Recycling Program

In order to help contribute to a better environment, the City of Liberal is involved in a recycling program. Containers are located at the Recycle Center, 1931 Airpark Avenue, which is adjacent to the Mid-America Air Museum in the Airport Industrial Park. The containers are clearly marked to assist you in depositing your items.

Solid Waste

PICKUP SCHEDULES:
1. Polycarts curbside pickup two (2) times a week. Have out by curb by 7:00 AM.
2. Residential 3-yard dumpster pickup is one (1) time a week.
3. Commercial 3-yard dumpster pickup from one (1) to six (6) times a week.
4. All trash needs to be bagged and tied except for larger boxes.
5. Please call (620) 626-0136 for exact scheduled pickup day.

Water / Sewer

Located at City Hall, 324 North Kansas Avenue (620) 626-2230

In order to start service, please bring two (2) forms of identification, one of which must be a picture I.D. Examples are: Valid driver's license, social security card, student ID, Kansas ID or work ID. All services are billed monthly on one invoice.