Cimarron City Hall will be Closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th to celebrate Thanksgiving with our families. We are thankful for every one of our amazing residents!
🎄✨ Only 8 Days Away! ✨🎄
Get ready for the Hot Cocoa Crawl, Community Tree Lighting, and Caroling — a magical evening to kick off the most wonderful time of the year!
Date: Tuesday, December 2nd
Time:3:30-6 pm Santa, tree lighting and Caroling @ 7 pm (Small City Park)
For the tree lighting and community caroling, we’ll be going LIVE on Facebook with our friends at the Shepherd’s Center so everyone can join in the joy — near or far!
Local businesses are invited to stay open late — perfect for holiday shopping, warm drinks, and festive cheer.
Be sure to register at City Hall to get your Blackout Board!
Once completed, please bring it to the Rec Center to claim your prize!
Caroling, cocoa, community, and lights — let’s celebrate together and make this season shine bright!
Get ready for the Hot Cocoa Crawl, Community Tree Lighting, and Caroling — a magical evening to kick off the most wonderful time of the year!
Date: Tuesday, December 2nd
Time:3:30-6 pm Santa, tree lighting and Caroling @ 7 pm (Small City Park)
For the tree lighting and community caroling, we’ll be going LIVE on Facebook with our friends at the Shepherd’s Center so everyone can join in the joy — near or far!
Local businesses are invited to stay open late — perfect for holiday shopping, warm drinks, and festive cheer.
Be sure to register at City Hall to get your Blackout Board!
Once completed, please bring it to the Rec Center to claim your prize!
Caroling, cocoa, community, and lights — let’s celebrate together and make this season shine bright!
!!Attention Cimarron Residents!!
For those that have Tuesday Trash Pick Up: On Tuesday, November 24, trash pick up will be earlier than normal as Gray County Disposal needs to get ahead due to the holiday this week. Please make sure your bins are out *early* as they plan to be finished by 10 am.
For those that have Tuesday Trash Pick Up: On Tuesday, November 24, trash pick up will be earlier than normal as Gray County Disposal needs to get ahead due to the holiday this week. Please make sure your bins are out *early* as they plan to be finished by 10 am.
Beyond Faucet to Flush: Cimarron Youth Dive into the City’s Hidden Systems
On Saturday, November 15th, Cimarron’s Youth Leadership Advisory Council took a deep dive—literally and figuratively—into the systems that keep their city running. What began as a simple phrase, “faucet to flush,” quickly transformed into a powerful lesson on infrastructure, responsibility, and the unseen work that sustains everyday life.
The day began with a city tour that followed the journey of water from its source to its return to the earth. At the water tower and wells, students learned how water is drawn, stored, and delivered with precision and care. But the real eye-opener came when they followed the water’s path after it leaves homes and businesses.
At the lift station, they discovered that Cimarron processes an average of 137,000 gallons of wastewater every day—a mix of what’s flushed and what shouldn’t be. The group learned that non-flushable items like wipes, hygiene products, and even toys often clog the system. To combat this, the city uses cameras to inspect underground pipes and routinely cleans the sewer lines to prevent backups and damage.
They were surprised to learn that once wastewater leaves the lift station, it takes 120 days to complete its journey through the treatment process before being safely released into the wetlands—a slow, steady cycle of purification and return to nature.
The tour also highlighted the challenges Cimarron faces with aging infrastructure. Many of the city’s water lines are too small to meet today’s flow demands, and miles of clay sewer pipes—some decades old—require ongoing maintenance and eventual replacement. These issues come with significant costs, often addressed through a mix of grants and low-interest loans.
Back at City Hall, the council reviewed the city’s budget, gaining insight into how these infrastructure projects are prioritized and funded.
To wrap up, students completed a SWOT analysis of themselves and their city, reflecting on leadership and infrastructure. The tour gave them a new perspective: water is more than faucet to flush—it’s about responsibility, systems, and sustainability. They left City Hall not just informed, but with a deeper sense of responsibility for the future of Cimarron.
On Saturday, November 15th, Cimarron’s Youth Leadership Advisory Council took a deep dive—literally and figuratively—into the systems that keep their city running. What began as a simple phrase, “faucet to flush,” quickly transformed into a powerful lesson on infrastructure, responsibility, and the unseen work that sustains everyday life.
The day began with a city tour that followed the journey of water from its source to its return to the earth. At the water tower and wells, students learned how water is drawn, stored, and delivered with precision and care. But the real eye-opener came when they followed the water’s path after it leaves homes and businesses.
At the lift station, they discovered that Cimarron processes an average of 137,000 gallons of wastewater every day—a mix of what’s flushed and what shouldn’t be. The group learned that non-flushable items like wipes, hygiene products, and even toys often clog the system. To combat this, the city uses cameras to inspect underground pipes and routinely cleans the sewer lines to prevent backups and damage.
They were surprised to learn that once wastewater leaves the lift station, it takes 120 days to complete its journey through the treatment process before being safely released into the wetlands—a slow, steady cycle of purification and return to nature.
The tour also highlighted the challenges Cimarron faces with aging infrastructure. Many of the city’s water lines are too small to meet today’s flow demands, and miles of clay sewer pipes—some decades old—require ongoing maintenance and eventual replacement. These issues come with significant costs, often addressed through a mix of grants and low-interest loans.
Back at City Hall, the council reviewed the city’s budget, gaining insight into how these infrastructure projects are prioritized and funded.
To wrap up, students completed a SWOT analysis of themselves and their city, reflecting on leadership and infrastructure. The tour gave them a new perspective: water is more than faucet to flush—it’s about responsibility, systems, and sustainability. They left City Hall not just informed, but with a deeper sense of responsibility for the future of Cimarron.
REMINDER: Bills are due tomorrow, Thursday November 20th by 5:00 pm to avoid receiving late fees. You can pay online at www.cimarronks.org, on your FrontDesk account, put it in the drop box, or come into the office.
🎄 Santa Is Coming to Town! 🎅
Let’s gather together to create the kind of holiday memories that warm hearts for years to come.
Join us for an evening of community caroling, where voices young and old will rise in harmony, and the last sips of hot cocoa from the Cocoa Crawl will keep our hands warm and spirits brighter.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, December 2nd
🕕 Time:7 p.m.
📍 Location: Small City Park
✨ In a special moment of connection, we’ll be Facebook Live-streaming our caroling to the local nursing home, so our neighbors there can feel the joy and love of the season right along with us.
Bring your voice, your laughter, and your love for the little things that make this season magical. Whether it’s a shared song, a warm drink, or a smile exchanged in the cold—this night is about togetherness.
Let’s make memories that matter. 💖
Let’s gather together to create the kind of holiday memories that warm hearts for years to come.
Join us for an evening of community caroling, where voices young and old will rise in harmony, and the last sips of hot cocoa from the Cocoa Crawl will keep our hands warm and spirits brighter.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, December 2nd
🕕 Time:7 p.m.
📍 Location: Small City Park
✨ In a special moment of connection, we’ll be Facebook Live-streaming our caroling to the local nursing home, so our neighbors there can feel the joy and love of the season right along with us.
Bring your voice, your laughter, and your love for the little things that make this season magical. Whether it’s a shared song, a warm drink, or a smile exchanged in the cold—this night is about togetherness.
Let’s make memories that matter. 💖
REMINDER: Bills are due Thursday November 20th by 5:00 pm to avoid receiving late fees. You can pay online at www.cimarronks.org, on your FrontDesk account, put it in the drop box, or come into the office.
The Western Kansas Community Foundation has officially launched MatchDay 2025, running from November 17th through Giving Tuesday, December 2nd!
Donate online at matchday.wkcf.org starting November 17th — it's fast, secure, and you can watch live results as donations roll in!
Or join in person on December 2nd at First United Methodist Church in Garden City from 7 AM to 7 PM. Meet local nonprofits, drop off donations, and celebrate the incredible generosity of southwest Kansas!
This year, Cimarron has four amazing organizations to support:
Friends of Cimarron City Library
Gray County Over 50
Linger Gig Lab
Shepherds of the Plains Foundation
Let’s come together to uplift our communities and make a lasting impact. 💙
Exciting News for Cimarron Families!
We’re thrilled to announce that the City of Cimarron has received a $5,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas to help bring a toddler playground to life at Cimarron Crossing Park!
This new play area will be located next to the old shelter house, making it easier for families to enjoy gatherings, cookouts, and celebrations while keeping their littlest ones safe and in sight. No more chasing toddlers across the park — now moms, dads, and caregivers can relax and visit with guests while the little ones play nearby.
A huge thank you to the Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas for supporting our vision of a more inclusive and family-friendly park experience!
Stay tuned for updates as we move forward with this exciting project!
We’re thrilled to announce that the City of Cimarron has received a $5,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas to help bring a toddler playground to life at Cimarron Crossing Park!
This new play area will be located next to the old shelter house, making it easier for families to enjoy gatherings, cookouts, and celebrations while keeping their littlest ones safe and in sight. No more chasing toddlers across the park — now moms, dads, and caregivers can relax and visit with guests while the little ones play nearby.
A huge thank you to the Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas for supporting our vision of a more inclusive and family-friendly park experience!
Stay tuned for updates as we move forward with this exciting project!
☕❄️ Hot Cocoa Crawl – Sip, Stroll (or Drive), and Support! ❄️☕
Join us for a heartwarming community event on Tuesday, December 2nd, from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM as we celebrate Cimarron’s local resource businesses and organizations!
🎉 Start at City Hall to register and pick up your Hot Cocoa Blackout Board – or begin anywhere, make sure your final stop is the Cimarron Rec Center!
💬 What’s a Hot Cocoa Crawl?
It’s a cozy adventure through Cimarron where you’ll:
• Enjoy delicious hot cocoa at each stop
• Collect stamps or stickers for your Blackout Board
• Discover local resources, share smiles, and enjoy great conversations!
🎁 Special Perks!
✨ First 50 registrants: FREE, thanks to Mayor Benton!
✨ All others: Just $5 to join the fun and receive your Blackout Board
✨ Complete your board and finish at the Rec Center to receive a gift, cookies, and a visit with Santa! 🎅
Join us for a heartwarming community event on Tuesday, December 2nd, from 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM as we celebrate Cimarron’s local resource businesses and organizations!
🎉 Start at City Hall to register and pick up your Hot Cocoa Blackout Board – or begin anywhere, make sure your final stop is the Cimarron Rec Center!
💬 What’s a Hot Cocoa Crawl?
It’s a cozy adventure through Cimarron where you’ll:
• Enjoy delicious hot cocoa at each stop
• Collect stamps or stickers for your Blackout Board
• Discover local resources, share smiles, and enjoy great conversations!
🎁 Special Perks!
✨ First 50 registrants: FREE, thanks to Mayor Benton!
✨ All others: Just $5 to join the fun and receive your Blackout Board
✨ Complete your board and finish at the Rec Center to receive a gift, cookies, and a visit with Santa! 🎅
🚧 Community Update: 2nd & 5th Street Railroad Crossings 🚧
We hear you, Cimarron — and we’re taking action.
The City of Cimarron has reached out to BNSF Railway regarding the condition of the railroad crossings at 2nd and 5th Streets. We understand your concerns and want to keep you informed.
BNSF has responded and confirmed that both crossings are scheduled for rehabilitation during the first quarter of 2026.
Thank you for your patience and for continuing to share your feedback. We’re committed to keeping you updated every step of the way.
We hear you, Cimarron — and we’re taking action.
The City of Cimarron has reached out to BNSF Railway regarding the condition of the railroad crossings at 2nd and 5th Streets. We understand your concerns and want to keep you informed.
BNSF has responded and confirmed that both crossings are scheduled for rehabilitation during the first quarter of 2026.
Thank you for your patience and for continuing to share your feedback. We’re committed to keeping you updated every step of the way.
🎄✨ The Outdoor Christmas Décor Contest is BACK! ✨🎄
Bring out the twinkling lights and garland. It’s time to deck the halls, light up the lawn, and show off your holiday spirit!
🎁 How to Enter:
Decorate your outdoor space with your most dazzling holiday display.
Snap a photo and post it on https://www.facebook.com/cityofcimarronks
Get your friends and family to like and react to your post!
🏆 Top 3 entries with the most likes/reactions by December 19th WIN! 🎉 Winners will be announced on December 22nd!
Bring out the twinkling lights and garland. It’s time to deck the halls, light up the lawn, and show off your holiday spirit!
🎁 How to Enter:
Decorate your outdoor space with your most dazzling holiday display.
Snap a photo and post it on https://www.facebook.com/cityofcimarronks
Get your friends and family to like and react to your post!
🏆 Top 3 entries with the most likes/reactions by December 19th WIN! 🎉 Winners will be announced on December 22nd!
Cimarron City Hall will be closed Tuesday, November 11th, to honor those who have served our country.
☕❄️ Hot Cocoa Crawl – Sip, Stroll (or Drive), and Support! ❄️☕
Join us for a heartwarming community event on Tuesday, December 2nd from 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM as we celebrate Cimarron’s local resource businesses and organizations!
🎉 Start at City Hall to register and pick up your Hot Cocoa Blackout Board – or begin anywhere, make sure your final stop is the Cimarron Rec Center!
💬 What’s a Hot Cocoa Crawl?
It’s a cozy adventure through Cimarron where you’ll:
• Enjoy delicious hot cocoa at each stop
• Collect stamps or stickers for your Blackout Board
• Discover local resources, share smiles, and enjoy great conversations!
🎁 Special Perks!
✨ First 50 registrants: FREE, thanks to Mayor Benton!
✨ All others: Just $5 to join the fun and receive your Blackout Board
✨ Complete your board and finish at the Rec Center to receive a gift, cookies, and a visit with Santa! 🎅
Join us for a heartwarming community event on Tuesday, December 2nd from 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM as we celebrate Cimarron’s local resource businesses and organizations!
🎉 Start at City Hall to register and pick up your Hot Cocoa Blackout Board – or begin anywhere, make sure your final stop is the Cimarron Rec Center!
💬 What’s a Hot Cocoa Crawl?
It’s a cozy adventure through Cimarron where you’ll:
• Enjoy delicious hot cocoa at each stop
• Collect stamps or stickers for your Blackout Board
• Discover local resources, share smiles, and enjoy great conversations!
🎁 Special Perks!
✨ First 50 registrants: FREE, thanks to Mayor Benton!
✨ All others: Just $5 to join the fun and receive your Blackout Board
✨ Complete your board and finish at the Rec Center to receive a gift, cookies, and a visit with Santa! 🎅
Ayuda a llenar una Caja de Comida de Acción de Gracias.
¡Pasa por Cimarron Foods para comprar una comida de Acción de Gracias!
Hemos facilitado el proceso con una lista de compras para cada caja de comida. Puedes comprar una comida completa o solo una parte — cada pequeño aporte cuenta.
¿Prefieres donar? La Alianza Ministerial y el Banco de Alimentos del Condado de Gray tienen una cuenta en Cimarron Foods para aceptar efectivo, cheques o Chamber Bucks. Tu generosidad ayudará a servir a nuestra comunidad.
🧡 Hagamos que esta temporada sea más brillante — una caja, una comida, un acto de bondad a la vez.
¡Pasa por Cimarron Foods para comprar una comida de Acción de Gracias!
Hemos facilitado el proceso con una lista de compras para cada caja de comida. Puedes comprar una comida completa o solo una parte — cada pequeño aporte cuenta.
¿Prefieres donar? La Alianza Ministerial y el Banco de Alimentos del Condado de Gray tienen una cuenta en Cimarron Foods para aceptar efectivo, cheques o Chamber Bucks. Tu generosidad ayudará a servir a nuestra comunidad.
🧡 Hagamos que esta temporada sea más brillante — una caja, una comida, un acto de bondad a la vez.
Help fill a Thanksgiving box for the Gray County Food Bank. Stop by Cimarron Foods to shop for a Thanksgiving meal!
We’ve made it easy with a grocery list for each food box!
You can shop for an entire meal or just a portion - every little bit helps.
Prefer to donate? The Ministerial Association and the Gray County Food Bank have an account at Cimarron Foods to accept cash, checks, and Chamber Bucks. Your generosity will help serve our community.
🧡Let‘s make this season brighter - one box, one meal, one act of kindness at a time.
REMINDER: The shut-off date for utilities is Monday, November 10th. If you have a past due amount, please place your payment in the drop box, come into the office, or pay online by 10:00 a.m. to ensure your services stay connected. You can pay online at www.cimarronks.org or on your FrontDesk account.
In the coming week or two, the City of Cimarron will begin crack sealing in the highlighted area to help preserve and maintain our streets.
As soon as we receive confirmed dates and times, we’ll share updates so you can plan and move vehicles out of the affected areas.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience as we work to keep our roads in great shape!
Stay tuned for more details.
As soon as we receive confirmed dates and times, we’ll share updates so you can plan and move vehicles out of the affected areas.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience as we work to keep our roads in great shape!
Stay tuned for more details.
Meet the Future of Leadership — Today!
In a historic move to elevate youth voices and foster civic engagement, Mayor Gilbert Benton has officially appointed the City of Cimarron’s first-ever Youth Leadership Advisory Board. This groundbreaking initiative empowers local youth to take an active role in shaping the future of their community. They are a passionate, diverse, and driven group of young leaders ready to make a difference in our community.
Created to ensure that young people have a meaningful voice in decisions that affect their lives, the Youth Leadership Advisory Board is already making an impact. From education and mental health to civic engagement and equity, these changemakers aren’t just joining the conversation — they’re leading it.
Their bold ideas, strong voices, and commitment to service are exactly what our world needs right now.
Now more than ever, they need our support. Whether it’s showing up, speaking out, or simply cheering them on — your encouragement matters. Let’s stand behind these young leaders as they shape the future, one idea at a time.
Photo Caption:
Back row, left to right: Mark Pingsterhaus, City Administrator; Aaron Dyke; Banks Kopper; Jelena VanRuiten, Secretary; Harlee Renzelman, Vice-President; Tim Nation, Code Enforcement
Front row, left to right: Charlotte Neuschafer, Community Development Coordinator; Mayor Gilbert Benton; Halee Batman; Mia Mendez, President; Daisy McDougal, Sergeant at Arms.
Not pictured: Maci Breig
In a historic move to elevate youth voices and foster civic engagement, Mayor Gilbert Benton has officially appointed the City of Cimarron’s first-ever Youth Leadership Advisory Board. This groundbreaking initiative empowers local youth to take an active role in shaping the future of their community. They are a passionate, diverse, and driven group of young leaders ready to make a difference in our community.
Created to ensure that young people have a meaningful voice in decisions that affect their lives, the Youth Leadership Advisory Board is already making an impact. From education and mental health to civic engagement and equity, these changemakers aren’t just joining the conversation — they’re leading it.
Their bold ideas, strong voices, and commitment to service are exactly what our world needs right now.
Now more than ever, they need our support. Whether it’s showing up, speaking out, or simply cheering them on — your encouragement matters. Let’s stand behind these young leaders as they shape the future, one idea at a time.
Photo Caption:
Back row, left to right: Mark Pingsterhaus, City Administrator; Aaron Dyke; Banks Kopper; Jelena VanRuiten, Secretary; Harlee Renzelman, Vice-President; Tim Nation, Code Enforcement
Front row, left to right: Charlotte Neuschafer, Community Development Coordinator; Mayor Gilbert Benton; Halee Batman; Mia Mendez, President; Daisy McDougal, Sergeant at Arms.
Not pictured: Maci Breig
Cimarron City Council will meet as schedule on November 3rd, 2025 at 6:30 PM at City Hall (119 S Main St, Cimarron, KS). The agenda is available to view at https://5il.co/3ruus. As always, members of the public are welcome to attend the meeting.
