City of Wellington, Kansas

Welcome Home to the City of Wellington

The City of Wellington is the county seat of Sumner County in southern Kansas. This area produces vast quantities of winter wheat, with wheat still the driving force behind the local economy. Railroads and petroleum are also significant, and manufacturing, especially aircraft parts, is growing. Wellington is fortunate in its access to transportation facilities; it is served by Interstate 35, Highways US 81 & US 160, the UP and BN & SF railroads and an excellent airport. Wellington was first surveyed on April 4, 1871 and named for the Duke of Wellington. It was designated as the permanent seat of Sumner County in 1872, winning over competitor Sumner City. Trading with cattlemen moving their herds up the Chisholm Trail was an important factor in the early economy of the the town.

Wellington News Headlines

Street Closing [May 19 through May 23, 2008]

Street Closing As part of the West 160 Highway Project, a section of Circle Drive, North of Highway 160, will be closed May 19 through May 23, 2008. This will allow for replacement of the North two lanes of the Highway. A high strength, quick setting concrete mix will be used to ... More»

SIDEWALK PROGRAM 2008

  CITY OF WELLINGTON   Residential Sidewalk Replacement Program   The City of Wellington has a program to assist City residential property owners in replacing old and/or damaged sidewalks.   The City will cost-share with a property owner and reimburse up to $2.75 per ... More»

LAWN MULCHING REBATE 2008

City of Wellington, KSLawn Mulching RebateThis "Grass Cycling" program will provide an alternate to bagging.January 1 through June 30 - the City of Wellington, KS will give you:$30.00 with proof of purchase of a new mulching lawn mower $10.00 rebate with proof of purchase of a lawn ... More»