UG Buildings will be Closed on Wednesday, February 12
Published on February 11, 2025
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS (UG) buildings will be closed on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, due to anticipated inclement weather conditions. UG Staff will be working remotely to handle the needs and services of customers. Our 3-1-1 call center will also remain available to community members 24/7 to report service issues.
Service Impacts
The District Court will continue any in-person hearings to a later date, to be rescheduled by the respective division. Court hearings that are scheduled to be conducted remotely may still be held at the discretion of the assigned judge. If your hearing was set to be held remotely, you should contact the assigned division to check on its status.
Due to anticipated inclement weather, the Kansas City, Kansas Municipal Court will be closed on Wednesday, February 12, 2025. All cases scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, 2025, will be continued. Notices will be mailed later this week. If you have any questions or change of address, please email kckmunicourt@wycokck.org or call (913) 573-5200.
Due to inclement weather, WM has announced a delay in residential trash and recycling collection beginning Wednesday, February 12.
The revised collection schedule for this week:
- Wednesday Collection – place your items at the street on Thursday, February 13
- Thursday Collection – put your items out on Friday, February 14
- Friday Collection – place your items at the street or curb edge on Saturday, February 15
Trash & Recycling Collection Delayed – Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City
Residents can get public transit service notifications from RideKC via text, email or voice message via RideKC Notify. Sign-up instructions available here.
The KCK Cold Weather Shelter will be open tonight, starting at 6:30PM. Located at 645 Nebraska Avenue, KCK 66101, the shelter has a capacity of 40 and is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Guests can stay until 7AM Monday morning. For questions, please contact coldweatherkckc@gmail.com.
The Shelter Hotline is available 24-7 at 913-725-0079. All UG Community and Recreation Centers will be closed on Wednesday, which means they will not be available as warming shelters.
Winter Weather: Always Be Prepared
Tips from FEMA Region 7
Have a Plan
Severe winter weather can include snow or subfreezing temperatures, strong winds and ice or heavy rainstorms. What would you do if you are stranded at home or on the road? How will your family reunite if separated by severe weather? Do you have food and supplies on hand to survive for at least three days, especially without power? Your plan should cover a range of hazards with an immediate focus on winter weather-related hazards including power outages. To learn more, go to: www.ready.gov/make-a-plan
Gather emergency supplies for your home
Include a three-day supply of food and water for each person along with items for any pets, as well as personal essentials such as medicine and clothing, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio, extra flashlights and batteries, and first-aid supplies.
Gather emergency supplies for your vehicle
It’s best to avoid traveling by car if there is a severe weather threat. If it’s unavoidable, make sure to have emergency supplies in the vehicle. These supplies should include the same essentials as you have at home, plus the following:
- Adequate clothing and blankets to help keep you warm – don’t forget mittens, scarves, hats;
- Sand to improve traction;
- A snow shovel;
- Cash (ATMs won’t work without power);
- Jumper cables;
- Bottled water and non-perishable snacks;
- A full tank of gas before the storm arrives.
If you need to go outside, limit your time outside and wear layers of warm clothing. During winter weather, it is important to watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia. Winter weather also increases the risk of heart attacks from overexertion, use caution when doing physical activity such as shoveling snow. For more information, go to: www.ready.gov/winter-weather
Monitor media for updated information on the storm and/or actions to take.
Follow the directions provided by local, state, or tribal officials regarding emergency operations.
If you are told to stay off the roads, don’t venture out. Shelter in place at your home or business.
Check on neighbors or friends.
Check on your neighbors or friends, particularly those who are vulnerable or need extra support. Older adults and individuals who are dependent on life-sustaining medical equipment or assistive devices such as a ventilator or mobility devices, may need additional support in areas that have lost power.