Welcome to Whitewater, Kansas City of Whitewater… “A Little Town With a Big Heart”
Whitewater, Kansas offers a serene small-town vibe while still being conveniently close to larger cities like Wichita, El Dorado, and Newton. You get the best of both worlds - a quieter community with easy access to the amenities and opportunities of larger urban areas, all without the higher costs of living typically associated with big cities. It’s a balance that many find appealing.
Incorporated on April 15, 1890, you can find the city of Whitewater situated in the central part of the United States, specifically in the NW corner of Butler County. Whitewater is approximately 20 miles northeast of Wichita, which is the largest city in Kansas.
Vintage Bank, Whitewater
126 S. Main
316-799-2137
*see website for Calendar https://www.vintagebankks.com/
LOBBY HOURS : M-F, 9AM - 3:30PM
DRIVE-UP HOURS : M-F, 8AM - 4PM
SATURDAYS : 9AM - NOON
City Council Meetings
City Council Meetings – You're Invited!
Whitewater City Council meets every 4th Monday at 7PM.
- Open to the public
- Public comment welcome (5 min per person)
- Want on the agenda? Contact the City Clerk by noon the Wednesday before.
- Agendas posted online & at City Hall.
Your voice matters—get involved!
Butler County K-State Research and Extension
206 N. Griffith, El Dorado, KS 67042
316-321-9660 || 316-321-2302 fax
Pet Registration for 2026
Annual registration for 2026 is now open, any updated vaccine docs, etc. are needed. If there are no changes and you just need the 2026 tags please submit your payment to the office and get that new annual tag. Contact Anne for any additional help.
Featured News
PUBLIC NOTICE - Court April 21
4/21/2026
PUBLIC NOTICE
Municipal Court Date Postponed
City of Whitewater, Kansas
Posted: March 5, 2026
All Whitewater Municipal Court hearings scheduled for Monday, March 17, 2026, are postponed.
Rescheduled to:
April 21, 11:00AM
Location: City Hall / Municipal Court
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City of Whitewater Updates Wayfinder Signs
4/15/2026
The City of Whitewater is proud to announce new wayfinder signs are now being installed!
On March 23, 2026, the City Council unanimously approved the purchase of replacement wayfinder signs for approximately $500. The updated signs feature our current city...
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