Annual Cold Weather Policy Reminder

The City of Osawatomie's regular Cold Weather Policy is in effect beginning tomorrow, November 1st, 2025. This policy, which mirrors those of regulated utilities such as Kansas Gas Service and Evergy, states that customers will not be disconnected for non-payment when temperatures are predicted to be below 35 degrees. Shut-off activity will resume when temperatures are predicted to remain at-or-above 35 degrees for 48 continuous hours. Once an account is shut off for nonpayment, the account must be paid in full for it to be turned back on.

If you have questions regarding your utility account, please call our offices at 913-755-2146.

For Further Assistance

The Kansas Housing Resources Corporation (KHRC) offers several services or programs for eligible households, including a weatherization program. Weatherization improves heating and cooling efficiency and energy savings by ensuring a home holds in heat and air conditioning while keeping hot and cold air out. The Weatherization Assistance Program is offered at no charge to income-eligible families. Weatherization projects may include:

• SEALING DRAFTS AND AIR LEAKS
• CAULKING DOORS AND WINDOWS
• WEATHERSTRIPPING
• TESTING, CLEANING, AND REPAIRING HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEMS AND WATER HEATERS
• INSULATING CEILINGS, WALLS, FLOORS, AND FOUNDATIONS
• UPGRADING LIGHTING, FANS, AND REFRIGERATORS

Learn more about available KHRC programs here.

Other places that may provide assistance:

• Ministerial Association - (913) 755-3964
• Salvation Army - (785) 242-7450 x7640
• United Way - (866) 320-5764
• Catholic Charities - (913) 433-2039
• SRS - (913) 755-2162