State Class & Government

Halstead is a "city of the second class" under Kansas statutes, but has retained the "city of the third class" governance plan that provides for an elected mayor, who serves a 2-year term, and 5 council members elected at-large for 2 and 4-year terms. The council members are determined by the vote outcome. Management of the city is delegated to a city administrator, hired by the governing body.

Services

Municipal services include:

• Gas utility
• Wastewater
• Water
• Weekly curbside refuse collection

The city also operates a large municipal cemetery and a mausoleum.

Other Services

Electric service is furnished through Westar Energy, the cable television server is Cox Communications, and local-call internet service is available through various providers.

 Vehicles & Equipment

All public service departments (including EMS, Fire, and Police) are equipped with up-to-date and sophisticated vehicles and equipment.