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Welcome to City of Carbondale City of Carbondale… Small Town Comforts - Big City Connections

In the City of Carbondale, we are defined less by boundaries on a map than by the sense of shared values our residents hold dear. Small town values, guided growth, preservation of historical, cultural, and natural heritage are just a few of the core principles that makes City of Carbondale a wonderful place to call home.

Carbondale is a Northeastern Kansas community with a population of 1,353 people located 12 miles south of Topeka on U.S. Highway 75 in Osage County. The city offers its residents a small town atmosphere with the convenience of being located just 10 minutes from the State Capital.

We are a full service community providing residents with a medical clinic, pharmacy, chiropractor, library, grocery store, bank and many other businesses. Carbondale has two parks, a swimming pool and a sports complex for summer youth activities.

Carbondale is one of three communities served by Santa Fe Trail School District 434 where students receive excellent academic and athletic opportunities.

Carbondale, Kansas, is an great place to live, work and raise a family! Our community has “Small town comforts, big city connections“.

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Community Connection Newsletter Oct. 2025

10/1/2025

Good morning Carbondale, and Happy October! Make sure to check out the 2nd issue of the Carbondale Community Connection Newsletter below, or by visiting: https://heyzine.com/flip-book/298dd5746a.html 

You can also view the Community Calendar and the...

Community Connection Newsletter Sept. 2025

8/29/2025

We hope you enjoy the inaugural issue of the Carbondale Community Connection Newsletter. The Community Calendar can be found on the website at Community Events | City of Carbondale  

Want your event featured in the Community Events section? Email details...

Carbondale Community Connection – August 2025

8/4/2025

Carbondale Community Connection – August 2025

Hello Carbondale neighbors,

August is a busy month in Carbondale! Between school supply drives, city meetings, and back-to-school excitement, we want to make sure you have all the latest updates right at your...

Boil Water Advisory LIFTED

7/15/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: July 15, 2025

Carbondale Boil Water Advisory Lifted

The City of Carbondale is pleased to announce that the Boil Water Advisory issued earlier this week has been officially rescinded. Recent water quality tests conducted in...

FIREWORKS SAFETY IN THE CITY

7/1/2025

Dear Carbondale Residents,

Independence Day is just around the corner, and we’re excited to celebrate with you!

To help everyone have a safe and fun holiday, the Carbondale Police Department wants to remind you about our city’s fireworks rules and a...

Boil Water Advisory RESCINDED

6/13/2025

Boil Water Advisory Lifted – Water is Safe! 

The City of Carbondale Public Works is pleased to announce that the Boil Water Advisory (BWA) issued on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, has been officially rescinded by the Kansas Department of Health & Environment...

Water Line Break Response and Service Update – April 26, 2025

4/26/2025

On the evening of April 25, the City of Carbondale Public Works Department responded to two separate water line breaks. Crews quickly mobilized and began necessary repairs to restore service to affected areas.

As of midnight, water service has been restored...

Water main break 4th & Melody Ln.

4/25/2025

The Public Works Department is currently working on a water main break in the area of 4th St & Melody Ln. Customers in the area may experience a loss of water pressure or may experience a complete water service shut-off. We apologize for the inconvenience...

Nexbill Pay is now live for City customers!

2/26/2025

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We’re making it easier than ever to pay your utility bills! The City of Carbondale has partnered with Nexbill Pay to launch a new online payment portal with enhanced features, including:
✅ Online Payments – Pay...

Stay connected with the City of Carbondale

1/30/2025

Stay Connected with the City of Carbondale!

We want to make it as easy as possible for you to stay informed and reach us when you need to. Here are all the ways you can contact the City of Carbondale:

ONLINE:
Visit our website at
www.carbondaleks.com to find...

Kansas Customer Water System Service Line Mandatory Inventory Questionnaire

8/29/2024

Dear Water Customer, 

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently issued regulations requiring all public water supply (PWS) systems to develop a Lead Service Line Inventory (LSLI) of both water system owned and your privately owned service...

Trash Rate Increase

7/3/2024

Dont forget the trash service rate increase of $0.75 will be on your next utility bill.

Join the Carbondale Community Video Network!

3/14/2024

Good morning!
We are very pleased to announce the launch of the Carbondale Community Video Network!
The CCVN is a voluntary information sharing program that our citizens can sign up for that allows the Carbondale Kansas Police Department to know where...

Important reminder of City Utility Policies and Dates.

2/26/2024

We are sending out a reminder of the policy regarding the City Utility Bills. This will be monitored closely and no exceptions will be made beyond this policy. 

Important Utility Dates:

  • The payment of your City utility bill is due on or before the 10th of...

Recent News

Special Meeting & Annual Budget Meeting

8/11/2025

Special Meeting Notice
The City of Carbondale will hold a special meeting at City Hall tonight August 11, 2025 at 5:45 PM to conduct an interview for the open Public Works II position.
Immediately following, at 6:00 PM, we will hold the previously scheduled annual budget meeting. 
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Boil Water Advisory - Update

7/11/2025

UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory & Road Closures

The Boil Water Advisory remains in effect — please continue to boil water for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth. 
Bring water to a rolling boil and boil for 1 minute then allow to cool completely before use. 
Boring crews are enroute to assist Public...

Carbondale Water Emergency Update

7/11/2025


 – July 11, 2025 2:45 PM

Crews continue working on the water line break that led to the ongoing Boil Water Advisory for the City of Carbondale. Public Works, RDR Excavating, engineers, and partner agencies are on site today to remove and replace broken pipe sections located under Highway 75.

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234 Main Street
Carbondale, KS 66414
(785) 836-7108
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